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A shift solenoid is a component of a vehicles transmission system regulating the transmission fluid levels in a car.
Purpose
A shift solenoid opens and closes the valves that allow hydraulic fluid to flow in and out of a transmission. It is computer-controlled and electronically activated. Its purpose is to allow the vehicles transmission system to function efficiently.
Description
This computerized component of a car automatically controls the transmissions fluid levels, allowing the right amount of fluid to flow in and out of the transmission. The shift solenoid is located on the transmissions internal valve body or on the outside of the transmission case.
Details
If a shift solenoid fails, most likely the vehicle will not be able to shift into low gears or overdrive. Typically when a shift solenoid fails, the car suddenly will not shift properly. They typically fail from corroded or loosely connected cables on the battery.
