Transmission whines when it changes gears

1998 JAGUAR XJ8
170,000 MILES • 4.0L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JOHN RAGLAND
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Will not pull a hill from stand still. Shuts off out when quick acceleration.
May 14, 2019 at 7:28 PM
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STRAILER
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Hello,

The transmission whine can be due to a clogged transmission filter. lets service the unit first. here is a guide to help walk you through the steps:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-service-an-automatic-transmission

Please run down this guide and report back.

May 16, 2019 at 11:43 AM
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JOHN RAGLAND
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Thanks Ken for responding. I will take those steps first and see what happens.
May 17, 2019 at 6:55 PM
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STRAILER
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Please let us know what you find. We are interested to see what it is.
May 18, 2019 at 10:57 AM
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JOHN RAGLAND
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I will, I'm in the process of getting the filter.
May 19, 2019 at 4:58 AM
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