The 1992 Chrysler New Yorker has undergone two recalls, but neither dealt with the transmission shifting problems reported by some New Yorker owners. Edmunds.com reports 32 different technical service bulletins (TSB) published by the manufacturer; 10 of these TSBs concern transmission problems. New Yorker transmission problems can be determined by symptoms such as jerking when shifting gears, hesitation when shifting into gear or the transmission fluid becoming black and emitting a burnt smell.
Transmission Fluid Usage
The 1992 Chrysler New Yorker has a TSB published on the automobile concerning the excessive usage of transmission fluid. This usage causes the transmission fluid level to become low and create shifting problems on the New Yorker. Edmunds.com reports that the TSB recommended the replacement of fluid with an ATF+4 transmission type. The TSB does not record a particular reason for the excessive transmission fluid usage, but the flushing of the old transmission fluid and installation of the new transmission fluid will fix the shifting problem. Check the fluid levels periodically to ensure that the transmission fluid level is maintained at the recommended level.
Transmission Range Sensor
According to Edmunds.com, the 1992 Chrysler New Yorker has published three different TSBs concerning problems with the transmission range sensor, which can create shifting problems in the car. The transmission range sensor on the New Yorker determines all the shift points during acceleration. When this sensor fails, it causes the car to shift harshly or not shift at all. The range sensor must be replaced immediately or it can create major transmission problems, such as damaging the linkage or burning the transmission, causing it to fail completely.
Converter Clutch Problems
Problems with the electronically modulated converter clutch cause the car to shift harshly from third gear and fourth gear. This converter clutch makes the trans-axle shudder when shifting gears because of the transmission problem. A TSB published by the manufacturer also states that the transmission will partially shift into third and fourth gear. A faulty converter clutch is attributed to this shifting problem in the New Yorker. When this shudder begins, you should take the car to a Chrysler dealership to have the converter clutch repaired or replaced.
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