Subject: 1997 Mitsubishi Galant auto trans
Question: will you answer a question about a 1997 Mitsubishi
Gallant 2.4L 4cyl ES auto 4 speed W/Overdrive?
it slips going into 4(OD)-tach goes up 300rpm and
then drops back down.Also under hard acceleration
same thing going in to 3rd.Dealer suggests a remanufactured trans ,are these these trans known
for early failures ?
Answer: Rick,
The Galants have always been known to have sticky transmissions. I don't know if your issue would really require you to get another transmission. I think that Dealer just wants to sell you a VERY expensive fix. Depending on how much they would charge you for a remanufactured tranny, you might as well use your car as a trade-in for a new Galant.

Don't feel shy to shop around if you really want to keep this car, and just go for a remanufactured tranny. Call around to transmission specialty shops in your area and get price quotes. I can guarantee they will quote you lower prices than the Dealer in most cases.
Good luck!