2002 Toyota Rav4 slipping between 1st and 2nd gear

2002 TOYOTA RAV4
71,456 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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LACH1234
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the car started to slip gears then check transmisson fluid. I had add to a quart of fluid but car still slip between first and second gear ocassionally. Sept 2008 had ecm reflashed. Does the car ecm need to be reset or can it be a bigger problem? Should the ecm be replaced?
Sep 20, 2009 at 8:03 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If the trans is slipping, then the clutch plates are worn. I would have it checked by a trans shop, but to me it sounds like it may need a soft parts overhaul.
Nov 23, 2009 at 3:59 PM
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