Torque converter lockup solenoid circuit code

2002 ACURA MDX
175,000 MILES • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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KATHY SOWDEN
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Engine light on, gears sometimes rough. Was told car gave "torque converter lockup solenoid circuit" and that I need to replace transmission as the solenoid is an integral part of the transmission. Is this true?
Nov 1, 2016 at 2:38 PM
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the solenoid is part that attaches to valve body. However the solenoid may be working and it is actually the torque converter that is bad. a transmisison specialist should check this out, but do not be surprised if he tells you to rebuild the whole transmission due to age and mileage. see picture
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Nov 1, 2016 at 3:21 PM
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