How do I know if my shift solenoid is bad?
How do I know if my shift solenoid is bad? 3 Signs of Transmission Solenoid ProblemsUnpredictable Gear Shifts. One of the most common sign that one or more of your transmission solenoids are going bad is unpredictable gear shifts. Inability to Downshift. Delays In Shifting. Can you fix a shift solenoid? Why? If the problem is in the wiring, simply replacing the shift solenoid will not fix the problem. In most situations, you'll need to remove the transmission fluid pan to reach the solenoid, and in some vehicles, you'll need to replace the entire solenoid pack to fix the problem....