Symptoms

- Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light) - Transmission will not shift gears.

Possible Causes

- Faulty shift solenoid 1 valve - Shift solenoid 1 valve harness or connectors - Shift solenoid 1 valve circuit is open or shorted - Low transmission fluid level - Dirty transmission fluid

When Detected

ECM has detected a mechanical fault with the solenoid energized, valve stuck off

Description

Shift solenoid valve 1 is turned ON or OFF by the Transmission Control Module (TCM) in response to signals sent from the park/neutral position (PNP) switch, vehicle speed and Engine Control Module (ECM) (throttle opening). Gears will then be shifted to the optimum position.