Car not shifting correct and has lost power wont go higher then 55 mph.
Jul 31, 2019 at 6:04 PM
Not shifting right
2001 BUICK REGAL
DANNYBOY13
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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At 55, is the engine revving really high? Have you checked the transmission fluid to confirm it is clean and full? Also, a major power loss can be cause by an engine issue and not the transmission. When I hear of a major power loss, my first suspect is a catalytic converter being plugged.
Take a look through this link and let me know if it mirrors what you are experiencing.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/bad-catalytic-converter-symptoms
Also, if the check engine light is on, you need to have the computer scanned to identify diagnostic trouble codes. Here is a quick video showing how it is done:
https://youtu.be/YV3TRZwer8k';
I realize most people don't own a scanner, but most parts stores will do it for free or lend/rent you a scanner.
Let me know.
Take care,
Joe
At 55, is the engine revving really high? Have you checked the transmission fluid to confirm it is clean and full? Also, a major power loss can be cause by an engine issue and not the transmission. When I hear of a major power loss, my first suspect is a catalytic converter being plugged.
Take a look through this link and let me know if it mirrors what you are experiencing.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/bad-catalytic-converter-symptoms
Also, if the check engine light is on, you need to have the computer scanned to identify diagnostic trouble codes. Here is a quick video showing how it is done:
https://youtu.be/YV3TRZwer8k';
I realize most people don't own a scanner, but most parts stores will do it for free or lend/rent you a scanner.
Let me know.
Take care,
Joe
Jul 31, 2019 at 8:44 PM
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