Thanks Dodgem.
I have decided to check the current setting of the front band first. I will count how many turns out it is and if it is too loose, I will reset it to 1-3/4 turns out then test drive the car. If it still acts up, then I will pull the pan and proceed from there. I have printed out your picture just in the case that I need to open up the pan.

I need to replace the extension housing seal to while I am under there.

I will reply back once I know how many turns out mine is currently to see if that explains my current issue.

thanks again.