Q: My transmission keeps slipping and the cars shuts off completely while I am driving I need help

asked by on December 22, 2017

My transmission is slipping and my car just goes dead while in drive . It’s shakes then cuts off while I still keep rolling forwards or backwards

My car has 175667 miles.
My car's transmission is unknown to me.

This may be a result of a faulty transmission control module. A faulty transmission control module may cause a delay in acceleration or erratic shifting of gears. The transmission control module has various sensors such as vehicle speed sensors, wheel speed sensors, throttle position sensors, turbine speed sensor, and transmission fluid temperature sensors that all direct information to it in order for it to perform it’s function. Other functions controlled by the TCM are components such as a kick down switch, traction control system, and cruise control module. Any of these may also affect the way the transmission control module performs and controls the transmission and the shifting of your vehicle. The erratic operation of the transmission control module may also impact the shutting down of the vehicle due to incorrect inputs to the ECM. I would suggest having a professional from Your Mechanic come to your location to properly diagnose your transmission problem.

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