Automatic transmission downshifts at high speeds + check engine light

missyyssim22
Mon, 11 Jan 2010 18:30:08 +0000
Maintenance/Repairs

2003 automatic five speed (original owner)124,585 mi.

1) will not shift to 5th gear (via selectronic)

2) downshifts to 3rd after 12 miles @ >60 mps

3) amber check engine light comes back on @ each time of above refereed to downshift

4) transmission shop unable to diagnose point of failure, wants to replace the speed sensor for $350

5) symptoms repeat each drive and have been present for > month.

6) fluid and filter never replaced

Help, please help : ) - Missy

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