Transmission Skip Shift Solenoid - Operation

OPERATION

The PCM controls the skip shift solenoid, locking out second and third gear when all of the following conditions are met:

- Engine coolant exceeds 41°C (106°F)
- Vehicle speed is between 12 and 20 MPH
- Engine operating above 1322 RPM
- The PCM verified first gear speed/RPM
- Throttle position sensor (TPS) signal is less than 0.68 volt above closed throttle (23 percent throttle opening)

The solenoid resets when vehicle speed drops below 3 MPH.