I recently had a reverse light problem with my Neon which had been rectified after two attempts. I am now having problems with my car not shifting out of First and taking until 4000 rpms or higher to do so. I think I may have a speed sensor malfunction, but my Check Engine light is not staying lit. This leads to my second problem: Could this cause the car not to downshift? I was "standing" at a red light when I noticed that I was a little too far from the car in front of me. I went to accelerate, and It felt like it was still in Second. I almost had to stomp on the accelerator to get the car to creep forward. I am aware that this car has a "fuzzy logic" program which enables the car to adapt to the driver's habits and I an concerned that I may have "confused" it. You see, I like to drive my Neon like the car's a "Manual" by shifting gears to improve performance. Can I reset the PCM by disconnecting the battery or is there some other problem that requires service?
2006-11-03 06:59:49 · 2 answers · asked by theequalizer 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
The program isn't confused. That's typical behavior for a slipping transmission. Your car needs to go to a shop for repair. Expect the bill to be around $1200 drive out. If you are handy with repairs and have the tools you can replace it with a factory rebuilt unit for maybe $200 more.
2006-11-03 07:56:35 · answer #1 · answered by ModelFlyerChick 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
plymouth/circumvent neons have been the multiple worst autos outfitted.. this vehicle will final you yet another couple of months thats approximately it.. wait until you initiate having transmission problems with this piece of crap neon... why do you think of your getting the vehicle for subsequently low priced??? do your self and your wallet a choose and purchase a used honda toyota or nissan< will fee extra yet will final you 10 circumstances longer then any neon and characteristic much extra effective resale values
2016-12-09 01:58:50 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋