What’s causing the gearbox fault on my Vauxhall Zafira?

The automatic gearbox on my 2002 Vauxhall Zafira has stopped working. The engine starts fine, as does the gear stick, but the car doesn't move. Is there anything inside it that should be working or is there an air lock system inside it?

Asked on 17 August 2013 by shah123

Answered by Honest John

This is loss of drive through the torque converter. Requires the attention of an automatic transmission specialist. www.fedauto.co.uk

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