Transmission goes into "limp" mode after 3 miles.

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BADWOLFEN
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I have the 2.5L 3sp.automatic 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. Fluid levels are normal.After traveling a short distant transmission drops into low gear.
Could this be the transmission solenoid?
Jan 30, 2012 at 5:44 AM
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CARADIODOC
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The three speed is not a computer-controlled transmission. For shifting problems, check the fluid level first.
Jan 30, 2012 at 8:25 AM
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