Transmission not shifting properly

1994 MAZDA MPV
140,000 MILES • 3.0L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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CHRISTOPHER PERRY
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Transmission goes into drive and reverse no problem but when driving it will not shift into any high gears. where should I start to look for to try to get it out of limp mode?
Sep 15, 2021 at 11:06 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

If you haven't already, confirm the transmission fluid is clean and full. If it is, there could be an issue with a shift solenoid, transmission line pressure, or an electrical issue.

If the fluid is full, next check for diagnostic trouble codes. Take a look at this link. It explains how to retrieve them:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/diagnostic-trouble-codes-for-1995-and-earlier-mazda-cars-obd1

Let me know what you find or if you have other questions.

Take care,

Joe
Sep 15, 2021 at 9:06 PM
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