Why does my car keep dropping out of overdrive?

Why does my car keep dropping out of overdrive?

Hi there. If the transmission is coming out of overdrive and back into overdrive, either the downshift solenoid has an internal leak or there is an internal issue with the transmission overdrive clutch. Check the downshift solenoid and see if it’s functioning.

Is there a problem with my Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Very often, this will solve the problem. But Jeep Grand Cherokees seem especially prone to more serious transmission problems, and some owners are quite vexed at their inability to determine the causes.

Why does my Jeep Grand Cherokee not shift gears?

For example, you may find that you’re only able to drive the car in the automatic transmission’s third gear, only being able to select the other two gears when you shift the transmission manually. The most common cause of transmission problems is the easiest to fix: check the fluid level in the transmission and restore it to the proper levels.

What do the flashes on a Jeep Cherokee mean?

There will be two sets of flashes, separated by a pause. The number of flashes in each group indicates the first and second digit in the flash codes. A code 55 identifies the end of flash code transmission. Below, you’ll find the list of Transmission Fault Codes for Jeep automatic transmissions.

Why does my Jeep Cherokee turn off while driving?

IF it just quits while going down the road, or if it starts running rough while at an idle then quits it could be this problem. It will also crank right back up sometimes or it may take 10 minutes or longer. To correct the problem remove the reservoir on the passenger side. The computer mounts to the firewall directly behind the reservoir.

Why does my Jeep Grand Cherokee stall while driving?

My 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee just started stalling while driving this week. It would stall while driving and then it wouldn’t crank at all. I thought it was bad gas so I added Sea Foam and it started right up. But, that after a few minutes it died again.

Are there any faults in the Jeep AW4 transmission?

Diagnosis of faults in the Jeep AW4 transmission. The automatic transmission used in the Jeep XJ Cherokee is nearly bullet proof. Seldom does it ever give trouble. Maybe that is why it is so hard to find good information on how to fix it when it occasionally does act up.

Where does the torque converter lock up in a jeep?

In the 1-2 position, the torque converter can lock up in first or second gear. In 3 or D it will only lock in 3 or four. The normal sequence is to shift to second, and then third, then forth and then the torque converter will lock up giving an engine speed of about 2700 RPM at 55 MPH.