tranny trouble

[SilverBullet75]

I'm taking mine in to Carmax to fix this weekend. But, I want them to read these threads and be convinced that the mode selector is the problem.

I second the request for pics of the wiring problem area... I couldn't find it on mine either.
Also:
If there is no fraying in the harness, what else can cause the transmission mode selector to go bad?


Thanks!

[kpv]

I have since replaced my mode switch and it completely solved the problem. I actually was charged and sent two mode switches by mistake. The other one is brand new, unopened in the shipping box from the dealer. I have procrastinated returning it to them. If you are interested in it, let me know by emailing me at kvolpe@thekpvgroup.com.

[SilverBullet75]

Hi Ken,
I received the mode selector on Saturday and installed it within 10 minutes. (very easy!).. Car drives like new now, and fixed the problem!
Thank You!!!

One question though.. (Input from anyone appreciated)...

There is a little bit of adjustment available by rotating the unit a few degrees. Will this make much difference? Should I take the time to play with this adjustment?
Thanks! ---JIM---

[SilverBullet75]

Tone,
you are widely known as a guru of VXs... (May I call you Gandalf?) Would you happen to know about this issue? You have answered previous questions about the trans interceptor...

Thanks!

[GoIsuzu]

This probably isn't related to the original poster's problem but there is a Technical Service Bulletin for the VehiCROSS that includes hard shifting as a symptom. The cause? Installing a remote start kit.

[SGT.BATGUANO]

Usually these type of things have an alignment hole that a pin goes through to hold it in the correct position when you mount it. After mounting you pull the pin, or if it's a breakaway pin, after mounting , it will breakaway the first time you shift.

How much play is at the mount?

[Tone]

Shifting between 3rd and D (really Over Drive) can safely be done at any reasonable speed but you can hear the engine overreving if left in 3 too long - I'd say highway speed would be a good time to shift out of it unless you are pulling a trailer or going up a steep hill where the tranny would be shifting in and out of D by itself.