Can you drive a vehicle if the reverse has gone out on it?
The reverse on our vehicle went out this weekend. I know this means there is a transmission issue. However we are stationed in South Korea and the closet English speaking mechanic is 1.5 hours away. We could have it towed down there but the would cost us close to $200. The vehicle is still under warranty amd we don't have the money for the tow bill. Can we drive it down there or will that cause more of a problem? I obviously know we can not back up but I just want to make sure we can drive it forward without it blowing up or something half way down there.
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1 :
If it is still under warranty, that should pay for the tow charge to the mechanic. i am assuming you are military.
2 :
Well, yes if you really wanted to you could drive it, however its not recommended do to putting more stress on your transmission but if you are going to have it fixed anyway then the decision is all yours. Go ahead!
3 :
it will go. but consider, if something went away, and there is particulate matter trapped in there that the filter can't get, you may have more than a reverse pump/band to deal with after your drive. those are spensive, but a new tranny costs way more. and "Brian" brings up a good point re- warranty/towing.
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First of all automatics cars cannot just be towed like ordinary gear shift cars, you have to be very careful and further you do not know what damage is already occurred in your transmission. Since it is under warranty surely they should come out to check what the problem is with your car. Make sure there is oil in the transmission and it has not leaked dry, otherwise your warranty might be void.You cannot drive as it is either, or you are more likely to create more internal damage to the transmission and again that means your warranty will void.
5 :
you should be fine to drive it as long as you don't need reverse, the damage is already done so another 1.5 hrs. on it won't hurt it anymore.
6 :
Yes you can - I've done it - no problem. First, make sure that the transmission fluid level is OK - check it with the car in park and the engine running. If you are OK there, you can drive it to your heart's content. Note that you should be extra careful not to drive somewhere that you will need reverse (some gas stations, for example).
