Transmission only works in reverse

2006 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
70,000 MILES • 2.7L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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The problem is it could go on revers but not on drive.
Sep 30, 2019 at 12:53 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

Is the check engine light on?

Did you check the fluid level?

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/automatic-transmission-problems

Roy
Sep 30, 2019 at 3:04 AM
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Engine light off fluid level okay.
Sep 30, 2019 at 3:36 AM
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Okay, thank you.

It sounds like you have an internal failure in the transmission such as clutch, drum or seals for forward application.

Looks like you will need a rebuild or replacing the transmission.

Roy
Sep 30, 2019 at 3:38 AM
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Thanks for the information.
Oct 3, 2019 at 4:34 PM
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You are welcome.

Always glad to help.

Roy
Oct 3, 2019 at 4:37 PM
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