Additional information is required. if the car fails to shift into 4/5 gear it is likely a problem with the vavle body or solenoid pack. I am attempting to resolve this problem at this time and my research so far shows that is the problem with my car. The Dealer was not concerned about damage to the transmission in this condition.
If a 1991 Lincoln Town Car will not shift out of first gear, the car should be checked for a vacuum leak. Another item to check is the vacuum modulator which is next to the transmission.
Your '01 Lincoln Town car might not shift gears because it is low on transmission fluid or because the transmission is damaged.
It's on the drivers side of the transmission.
I'm not a mechanic, but you should check your transmission fluid level first, then take it to someone to check the clutch either automatic or manual.
Check the fuse for the brake lights. If that fuse is blown it will not come out of park.
If it won't shift in all the gears.
The most common reason for a transmission not to shift properly is low transmission fluid. Make sure the transmission fluid is up to the full mark.
Low transmission fluid will cause your transmission to not shift properly. Check the transmission fluid and make sure it is at the appropriate level.
Check your transmission.
shift solenoid, never heard of that. ill check that out and get back to you.
Check transmission fluid level Change transmission fluid and filter
A 1992 Oldsmobile may not shift out of park because the transmission is stuck. Check to transmission fluid to ensure it is at the proper level.