Check Engine Light/TC Disabled/Can't Shift Above 2

2006 PONTIAC G6
135,000 MILES
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LUCKYNUMBER85
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After a 2+ hour trip, we took off from a stop light and the check engine light came on, the Traction Control disabled light came on, and the car would not shift above 2nd gear-automatically or manually.

After sitting for 30 minutes, started car & check engine light was still on. After shifting to drive, TC light came on and shifting problem seemed to resume.
Jun 14, 2013 at 12:01 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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Alright here's what I need from you I need you to get a scan done on the cars computer we will start with generic obd2 scan.Please post the exact code numbers not code descriptions. We may have to have a professional scan tool scan it later that can scan all the computers in your car.
Jun 14, 2013 at 12:44 PM
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LUCKYNUMBER85
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Thanks for the reply--is that something I can get done for free somewhere (O'Reilly, Auto Zone, etc)
Jun 14, 2013 at 10:01 PM
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LUCKYNUMBER85
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Just got back from OReilly's & Got this code: Shift Solenoid B Electric, if that helps. THanks.
Jun 14, 2013 at 11:20 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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I need the exact number it will be a letter followed by a four digit number did you get that?
Jun 15, 2013 at 12:00 AM
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