Torque converter clutch solenoid

DANNY TANNER

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1994 GEO PRIZM
1.6L
4 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
138,000 MILES

Car purrs like a kitten until I put it in gear, then it drops dead replace it in park are neutral and starts right up.

Sunday, August 14th, 2016 AT 7:39 PM

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HMAC300

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48,601 POSTS

Scan for codes and check fuel pressure with a gauge auto parts rent it. also clean throttle plate on both sides and iac hole with choke cleaner.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

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Monday, August 15th, 2016 AT 7:13 AM

HMAC300

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It may not be torque converter clutch solenoid causing problem. Check engine light would be on as well.

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Monday, August 15th, 2016 AT 7:14 AM

DANNY TANNER

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Got code 13 says no crank angle. But I replaced distributor and timing belt. All OME parts.

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Monday, August 15th, 2016 AT 8:45 AM

HMAC300

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Check for a cracked distributor or rotor cap and connections at ECM then follow checks on chart. That code means there is no rpm signal so it may be a bad ECM.

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Monday, August 15th, 2016 AT 9:33 AM

DANNY TANNER

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Okay, l will do that, and get back to you! Thanks for all the information. Man, I am glad fellows like all of you are willing to help guys like me! I will be in touch. Thanks again!