The engine computer uses the solenoid pack in the transmission to change which clutches get hydraulic pressure to control what gear is applied.The engine computer uses the solenoid pack in the transmission to change which clutches get hydraulic pressure to control what gear is applied.
it is inside your trans
To change the transmission control solenoid in a 2002 Pontiac Bonneville, first, disconnect the battery and safely lift the vehicle. Remove the transmission pan by unbolting it and draining the fluid to access the solenoid. Locate the solenoid, typically found on the valve body, and unbolt it from its position. Replace it with the new solenoid, reassemble the transmission pan, refill the transmission fluid, and reconnect the battery.
Where does trans control solenoid go on a 1998 ford taurus
If it has a 4L60E then you need a new transmission control solenoid inside the transmission. If you have the 4L80E then you need to find and change the transmission control module
About 6.5 hrs for a professional, from what I can gather. Generally, a non-professional should not work on an automatic transmission. You have to remove the transmission valve body and remove the solenoid & clean all the parts w/ GM brake cleaner or equivalent. This is what I have found after researching it for my car. I am taking mine to a transmission shop.
Hello, Cars equipped with automatic transmissions contain many intricate components that work together in harmony in order to provide a seamless operation for the driving experience. The transmission control solenoid is a cylindrical device that can regulates the flow of transmission fluid through them. When particular control solenoids are opened, they permit transmission fluid to flow to particular clutch packs. (which change the gears engaged with your car's engine) For an example of a transmission control solenoid diagram, I chose to illustrate the solenoid from a 2000 Honda Civic. Note in this diagram of the automatic transmission housing that the transmission control solenoid is reference number #32. The control solenoid also comes with a gasket (ref #33) and a bolt (ref #27). To view this diagram simply click on the 'related links' feature below:
A bad transmission solenoid will cause hard shifting and can eventually damage the unit. You should change the solenoid if it is bad.
Starter solenoid?
What does the solenoid control?
Can't!! EVAP is the system that purges and burns vapors from gas tank. It either holds pressure like it should or has leak. Or the vent solenoid or control of solenoid is inop.
On the side of the transmission. It is called a solenoid pack. To change a shift solenoid you must replace that. Having been in the transmission business for a long time you probably have more wrong than that with that particular transmission.