Because it is in "Safe" mode.
your transmission is out. your transmission is out.
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.
the tcm has a hard code stored and has gone into safe mode
The governor is stuck.
your transmission is stuck in what we call limp mode. Take it to a transmission shop and have an electrical scan done. Does your speedometer work or not ? If not then it could be as simple as a output speed sensor or broken wire
Is this a manual transmission? If so, this is a pretty common problem for these cars. Probably going to have to replace the shifter cable. About $50 at Advance.
The transmission computer defaults to second gear when it detects a malfunction and sets a code. You need to have the system checked with a scan tool to know possible causes.
Sounds like the front pump in the transmission is tired.
If it's in limp-in mode you need to take it to a transmission shop and have it diagnosed.
you could either have a bad syncranizer or the throw out bearing is up
The transmission defaults to second gear when it detects a malfunction.The transmission defaults to second gear when it detects a malfunction.
The automatic Toyota may be stuck in park because of transmission problems. The transmission may be jammed or stuck in that gear.