Today we have a 2008 Jeep Compass with a transmission issue. My mother-in-law is looking for a vehicle, so I decided to get her this one and fix it up. When I bought it, the seller mentioned a transmission problem, and upon test driving it, I felt it kicking and binding. Despite this, I saw potential in the vehicle and decided to make the purchase.
The Jeep Compass is in good physical condition with 156 km. The seller claimed they never encountered any check engine lights, but one day, while driving, the check engine light came on with four codes: p0700, p0730, p0717, and p0777. I had the car towed to a reliable shop and found out that they had put automatic transmission fluid instead of CVT fluid in it, potentially causing the issue.
The vehicle has a few dings and paint issues, but overall, it’s a decent car. The interior is in good shape and suitable for my mother-in-law’s needs. I’m in touch with a reputable transmission shop and confident that we’ll be able to resolve the problem. We’re planning to replace the transmission fluid and go from there.
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What vehicle is being featured in the video?
The featured vehicle is a 2008 Jeep Compass.
What was the reported issue with the vehicle?
The vehicle was reported to have a transmission problem, with symptoms such as kicking, binding, and a check engine light coming on.
What was found to be the cause of the issue?
Upon inspection, it was discovered that automatic transmission fluid was mistakenly used instead of CVT fluid, potentially causing damage to the transmission.
What are the next steps for resolving the problem?
The plan is to replace the fluid with the correct type and monitor the vehicle for improvements. Additionally, the video creator recommends Lehigh Valley Transmission as a reliable shop for transmission work.