That's a
red flag right there. Your mechanic is replacing parts hoping to fix a problem. And so far clearly that's not working.
I definitely would not allow the ECU swap ($$$) right now. Not at least he is able to rule out the valve body fluid circuit and at least check main line pressure and then inspect the valve body.
From what you are describing, you are having problem with clutch packs/brake bands wear in that transmission. And some of these problems now may stem from that. I suspect the friction material (like brake pads) may be half way shot. But you should try the easy stuff first:
1. You already did the strainer and cleaned the pan.
What did the mechanic find in terms of debris?
2. The OLD shift E solenoid, is it working properly? That is, not plugged up by metallic debris (the solenoid coil is like a magnet and traps steel debris from clutch packs). Do you see any of that metal debris causing problems?
3. Have a tranny shop check the line pressure. Is it above the minimum at idle and at 3000 rpm?
After this it can get involved:
4. With all the debris in the system, it's possible that the valves in the valve body can stick. I would pull the valve body and inspect it. Clean the
VB and replace the gaskets while at it.
VB gasket kits are relatively cheap at tranny supply shops, like
www.transtarindustries.com.
Steps #1-4 can all be done while the transmissions is in the car and are relatively cheap compared to #5.
5. If Steps #1-4 don't solve your problem you
may be looking at a new torque converter or transmission rebuild. Call up Jasper Engines for a quote on a decent rebuilt transmission. IIRC they started carrying A140 series?
www.jasperengines.com. Maybe a "new" junkyard salvage with a 90-day warranty? I hope it doesn't come to this.
Click on the blue "Find a Shop" tab near the top:
www.atra.com
I found these two in your area on ATRA.COM:
Master Tech Transmissions ATRA Golden Rule Warranty (Approx. 16.1 miles.)
502 State Route 17k
Walden, NY 12586-3015
County: Orange
Phone: (845) 567-0312
email:
mastertech@mastertechtrans.com
Website:
http://www.mastertechtransmissions.com
Sharp Transmissions ATRA Golden Rule Warranty (Approx. 17.6 miles.)
712 Ulster Ave
Kingston, NY 12401-1710
County: Ulster
Phone: (845) 339-5141
email:
sharptransmission@verizon.net
Website:
http://mysite.verizon.net/sharptransmission
Transtar Industries supply shop in your (not so local) area:
68 Miles
125 Newtown Road, Suite 400
Plainview, NY 11803
Phone: 516-249-2270
Toll Free: 800-645-2242
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Originally Posted by Camry LE 94
Well my mechanic hasn't gotten anywhere with the CEL "Shift Solenoid E" yet. He's replaced a sensor, put a new tranny filter on, changed the actual Solenoid E (which fixed the problem for 3 days but the CEL came back)... Now he's going to try putting a new 'computer' in. I don't know whats going on anymore. He said my car is a 'problem car'...
Does anyone have any specific ideas as to what the problem could be to help me out? Let me know please... This is very frustrating.
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