Could be caused by low Transmission Fluid, the modulator valve or even a vacuum line being off. It could also mean that you need to have your transmission serviced.
Replace your transmission pump or get a new transmission.
There are several things that can cause your automatic transmission not to go into first gear. The most common cause is low transmission fluid.
Sounds like a grenaded transmission
Stripped transmission, low transmission fluid.
yes it would cause the gears to slip more or less
if i change the screen on transmission will help it? sometime it slow going into gear.
change both filters and be sure both are tight
Is your transmission fluid full?
Several things can cause your transmission to be stuck in second gear. Broken or detached shifting linkage will cause the problem. A broken shifting for in the transmission can also cause the problem.
Check the transmission fluid level.
A transmission that is sticking would cause a 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager to die after shifting it into gear. A problem with the ignition system could also cause this.
Sensors got wet