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SHOP BY SERVICE TYPEWhat are the symptoms of a shift solenoid?Plenty of transmission shifting problems can be traced back to a malfunctioning shift solenoid, including:. Delayed or unpredictable gear shifting. ... . Skipping gears. ... . Getting stuck in certain gears. ... . Vehicle sluggishness. ... . Inability to downshift/upshift. ... . Check Engine light / transmission warning light.. What happens when a shift solenoid fails?You experience delayed gear shifting and a sense of pulling or slipping when trying to shift between gears. The vehicle will not downshift as you slow down. An inability for the solenoid valve to operate may prevent your car from downshifting, and the engine will continue to rev as you attempt to brake.
Can shift solenoids be repaired?If the problem is in the wiring, simply replacing the shift solenoid will not fix the problem. In most situations, you'll need to remove the transmission fluid pan to reach the solenoid, and in some vehicles, you'll need to replace the entire solenoid pack to fix the problem.
Where is the transmission shift solenoid located?Transmission Shift Solenoid Location
The Transmission shift solenoids are located inside the valve body of your automatic transmission. They are integrated into the valve body, and on some car models, you can see them without removing the valve body, while on others, you have to remove the valve body to reach them.
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