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Holden Cruze 2009: automatic problems

My 2009 Holden Cruze drives fine for 40 minutes or so then it starts to drive as if it is stuck in first gear. If I leave it until it cools down it drives fine again until same thing happens. Checked transmission oil and it was very black so replaced, but still happening. Do they have a filter? We can't see one anywhere. We are the second owner so not sure if Holden will assist.

It sounds like it could have the dreaded Cruze auto transmission problem. Take it to a Holden dealer, or an automatic transmission mechanic and have them check it.

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