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[napopoki]

Hi everyone: I'm retired and an owner of a 93' Toyota truck, Xcab,with V6, 98,000 miles. I am just getting into self maintenance of my truck and am not a seasoned mechanic, but have lots of time. Problem is I think with the shift solenoids because of erratic shifting from dead stop the trans gear starts in 3rd or 4th gear. I can get going by down shifting to low and then progress upwards once I get moving. Also, while driving on the road the O/D light flickers on my dash board even though the button for the O/D light is not pushed in. Any one out there having this problem at 98,000 miles? If its not the solenoids, then maybe a relay switch or sensor? I found out that the vulva of the transmission might have up to 3 solenoids (I think I can drop the trans pan and get to them myself). Should I even attempt to diagnose the problem myself, or should I take it to the dealer? Got a good site to purchase a solenoid (I suppose all the solenoids are the same?) Your opinions would be gladly appreciated!

[-SCWEET1-]

Sorry I cannot help you, but welcome!!

[eyeball96]

Sorry I can't ya either, but I bet somebody in Truck forums will chime in with an Idea of what ur problem may be. Welcome to TN

[MR2Jedi]

Welcome to TN. The guys in the truck forum are best suited to answer your questions.

[toku58]

Welcome! Glad to see a fellow Hawaiian!

[napopoki]

Hey, thanks for responding! Nice looking car! I'll check truck forum now.

[napopoki]

Thanks for looking into my concern! I'll look into the truck forum and check this site out. Nothing like getting close to one's truck. I've got a good one. Thanks again.

[MR2Jedi]

I'm from Ewa Beach. Been living on the mainland for over 20 years now. Got 1 brother in Kaimuki, 1 Sis in Kailua and 1 more Sis and Mom live in Ewa Beach. I would kill for some manapua, poki and steamed rice cake!