Transmission issues in a 1998 Plymouth Breeze can stem from several factors, including low Transmission Fluid levels, a faulty transmission control module, or worn-out internal components. Additionally, problems with the throttle position sensor or speed sensors can prevent the transmission from shifting properly. It's also possible that a clogged filter or a malfunctioning solenoid could contribute to the shifting issue. A thorough diagnostic check is essential to pinpoint the exact cause.
check your water...
Have the transmission checked for codes. That will tell you the possible causes.
electronic solenoid
a bad radiator -automatic portion of radiator not cooling off transmission
The most common cause of a automatic transmission jerking, when shifting, is low transmission fluid. Fill the transmission to the full mark.
Possibly low fluid.
Your transmission is breaking down inside. ether watch for it. or extensive transmission is required.
There are several causes that an automatic transmission will not want to shift into second gear. The two most common causes are transmission pump issues and trouble with the vacuum modulator.
This behavior is programmed into the transmission controller so that when its self-diagnostic capability has detected a fault that could cause damage it will only drive in 2nd gear which uses a minimum number of circuits. It is called "limp-in" mode. the best ting to do is to get a "readout of the transmission computer" (not th same plug as the engine computer) which is an electronic test for the presence of coded numbers representing different faults that the transmission is experiencing at the time when it locks up into 2nd gear.
low gear oil or gears are worn.
could it be low fluid
No get up and go on take off? That's because it's not supposed to fly...