27th Jan 2011, 18:46

Luckily, I've never had any problems with my 05 Echo, including automatic transmission. However, my 98 Suzuki Swift automatic would often stall when shifted into drive or reverse, and it made a loud clunking noise. I took it to two dealerships, and of course it wouldn't stall then. They never repaired it. All I remember is being told something about solenoid gears if I can remember. I suppose that doesn't help you much.

1st Apr 2012, 05:37

The screeching sound is the fan belt. It needs an adjustment.