Check to see if the brake lights are working - brake lights and shift interlock are the same circuit. If brake lights are not working check the fuse or thealignment and operation of the stop light switch or try the following as a temporarty measure: Turn key to 1st position (Unlock) without starting vehicle Shift to Neutral to start vehicle Then shift to Drive
You need to have the transmission computer checked for trouble codes. When the computer detects a malfunction it sets a code and defaults to second gear.
Incorrect gear ratio, the transmission is slipping.
its probobaly broken get it a service
Trouble code P0733 means: A/T Additional Gear Ratio Error In Third Gear
On top of the steering wheel gear cover
check the brake pedal switch
The transmission computer has deteced a malfunction and set a code. Have the system checked for codes.
Your 2000 stratus has a governer in it's engine computer that limits rpm in high gear, thus limiting top end speed if that's what you mean.
It requires a special tool to pull it off.
To repair a stuck gear shift in a Dodge Neon, it is best to refer to a manual for the vehicle. A full explanation should be found in it. This is considered a major repair so it may be best to have a professional to fix the issue.
I would definitely check to see if your speed sensors are working correctly. If you own a 99 like I do, you should have 2, an input and an output. If one or both of those speed sensors stop working then the RPM gague stops working and the car will not shift.
I think it;s called the shift solenoid in the transmission!