8 Symptoms of a Bad Shift Solenoid

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Published 2022-11-14
When your car’s transmission starts to slip, stall or produce weird sounds, it may be time to replace the shift solenoid. A bad shift solenoid can cause all sorts of problems, from a loss of power and hesitation when accelerating to complete transmission failure.

In this video, I’ll show you how to identify a bad shift solenoid and how to go about replacing it.

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All Comments (21)
  • @lucky4u697
    This is the absolute best video online!
  • Just changed the fluid in my 07' accord but noticing more when I let off the gas feels like the trans isn't locked. Drives and shifts fine only when I let off the gas 🤔
  • @katcarvajal7286
    I have a subaru and took it to the dealership they recommend a flush and if that doesn't work a new transmission.... I bet getting a flush and replacing the solenoid will resolve the issues....
  • @norbertosoto3733
    The bad news is that every transmission shop they're going to try to sell you a new one or rebuild it and it's 5k dollars and up this why everyone sell their car instead of fixing it
  • @EatMyYeeties
    Whelp, just learned my shift solenoid was on the way out, and I learned it the hard way. My shift B solenoids for my 3-4 clutch pack in my 4L60e was fresh from a transmission rebuild, and it was only partially actuating. As a result my 3-4 clutches were slipping without me realizing, and I just had a complete 3-4 failure. Pulled out the solenoids and yep, Shift B clicked great, Shift A when having 12 volts applied barely clicked.
  • @ArturoGarzaID
    Would this cause rear tires to stop in reverse? Checked the pads and everything, everything seems ok there. Can’t figure out what’s wrong it’s a old Dodge 2001 dually.
  • What are the reasons for the 20-minute delay in engaging the Daihatsu automatic transmission?
  • @tallthinwavy3
    My 2001 Infiniti I30t obd2 shows code for celioniod transmission assembly but it shifts smoothly however do hear scratching noises on 1st and 2nd gears sometimes. It has 163,000 miles.
  • VW DSG09 transmissions are notorious for valve body (shift solenoid) problems. Changing the ATF will not fix the problem of hard shifting and flares. There are some good videos on YouTube all about this VW transmission. Don't undertake this job if you are not confident in your abilities and have good jack stands and hydraulic jacks for backup. Always stay safe before getting under a car!