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For 1990-2009 cars only

First and Fourth Gear Only

Checks

Cause

DEFINITION: The transmission only provides first and fourth gear in Drive range. The shift pattern as the vehicle accelerates from a stop is 1-1-4-4. First gear ratio is 2.921:1 and fourth gear ratio is 0.705:1

Control valve body assembly

    • A faulty 1-2. 3-4shift solenoid valve asembly (315A) is stuck On
    • Debris is found in the control valve body (301) or the spacer plate assembly (370)