kickdown not reacting
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From: leeds uk
Year: 1996
Model: Grand Cherokee
Engine: 4.00
kickdown not reacting
driving down road felt the need for speed,kickdown didn't work, couldn't beat a mini. anybody got a clue. cheers
its a grand 2001
its a grand 2001
Last edited by straight six; Jun 3, 2016 at 03:22 PM. Reason: missed something
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From: Manlius, east of Syracuse, NY
Year: 2000 XJ Sport & WJ Laredo
Model: Grand Cherokee (WJ)
Engine: 4.0L
Is the transmission throttle cable connected? Sometimes the connector on the end breaks off. Once in a great while it will become disconnected inside the transmission. Both of these usually change the shifting points as well. If it's connected, make sure it's adjusted correctly. The last little bit of travel causes the downshift.
This may be electrical as well. The PCM monitors rpm, vehicle speed, throttle position, and manifold vacuum. If more power is needed, it signals the Transmission Control Module it make the downshift. This function will show up a lot on cruise control when climbing hills.
This may be electrical as well. The PCM monitors rpm, vehicle speed, throttle position, and manifold vacuum. If more power is needed, it signals the Transmission Control Module it make the downshift. This function will show up a lot on cruise control when climbing hills.
Last edited by dave1123; Jun 4, 2016 at 10:59 AM.
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