So finally got the last shift solenoid replaced. Seems to be shifting through the gears well. Every now and then it clunks at a red light. Which probably means it is the transmission. Its full of brand new fluid and still clunks from time to time. Uggh Service tech from Toyota...
They seem to think its the Shift Solenoid E. Another couple hundred dollars. I think it will work. I'm not sure though. They said the dealer just wanted to put a new transmission in just because its easier.
I had it flushed when I took ut into transmission shop. I hope that replacement of shift solenoid E will finally fix it. I hope not to buy a new or refurbished transmission.
I took my 4Runner to a transmission mechanic and had two shift Solenoids replaced. On the drive home the check engine light came on. At a stop light I took off and it jerked. Towed it back because I was afraid to drive it. Killed the battery and reset the light. Jumpstarted...
Not worth 8700. If it had 85k it should be, but I would ask for the VIN and run a background check on it. Ask as well to have your mechanic look at it.
Do you know what the maintenance schedule is for its year? Do buy a nightmare.
So I did somemore digging. And took my truck to several different shops in my town here. The shop I ended up at suggested that my issue was electronic and not the transmission. This is a certified transmission shop since 1959. I settled up with the shop and drove it home after...
Good evening all. Im brand new to the form and Im looking for some information about this topic of shift Solenoids. My new to me 2000 4runner limited is pulling a P0753 code. Any suggestions would be great! Thank you in advance!