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Old 07-19-2008, 08:25 PM
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I have a 1990 camry 4cly,auto,200,000+miles Will not go into rev. All other gear seem to be ok. When I put it in rev. you can feel it change to that gear but will not move no matter how much gas you give it. filter changed about 45 days ago and looks clean on the stick. Need HELP[:@]
 
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Old 07-20-2008, 09:29 AM
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Could be the 1 to 2 or 2 to 3 shift valve. If so the valve can be removed for cleaning.
 
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Or a clutch, brake, etc. This requires removing the transmission.
 
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Old 07-20-2008, 12:50 PM
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Thanks, Where do I find the valves for cleaning? Are this elect. valves or spring ball valves?
 
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Old 07-20-2008, 04:41 PM
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Can't post over 1 line without getting an error message.
 
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Check your private messages for a link. Go to Gen 2 section of link for trans info.
 
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Old 07-20-2008, 04:43 PM
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Check drivers side door for sticker with trans model number.
 
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Old 07-20-2008, 04:44 PM
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Could be A140E or A140L (or maybe H).
 
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If A140E, trans has electric shift solenoids but don't think this is the problem.
 
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Old 07-20-2008, 04:46 PM
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If may be the manual shift valves inside the valve body bolted to bottom of trans.
 

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