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Shifting problem and loss of power?

Tiny
BIG DEAN
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  • 2005 SATURN VUE
  • 2.2L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 155,000 MILES
When I drive from a stop and give gas to go it winds up and not fast it won't change into 2nd gear until I let off the gas and it then is not moving very fast. When I go to kick it down to gain speed it barely will get up and go. What problem do you think I have? My thought is it's the TCM. What are your thoughts? Can you help me? Thank you
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Monday, September 12th, 2022 AT 6:19 AM

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Tiny
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It could be but it sounds more like you have a clogged exhaust system which will cause low power and late shifts, to find out for sure follow this guide which can let you know if the catalytic converter is bad:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-a-catalytic-converter

Also, we should run the codes to see what comes up. You can get a code scanner from Amazon for about $20.00.

Here is a guide/video to show you how:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Here is a scanner link:

https://amzn.to/3Qi1SS6

Let me know what you find so we can get the problem fixed for you.
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