Saturn Ion (2005) Automatic transmission solenoid

The 1-2 shift solenoid valve on a Saturn Vue 3.6 is typically located in the transmission. The exact location of the solenoid valve can vary depending on the year and model of the vehicle, but it is commonly found inside the transmission's valve body. The valve body is the area of the transmission that houses the shift valves and controls the flow of transmission fluid to control the gear shifts.
It's important to note that accessing and replacing a shift solenoid valve on a transmission can be a difficult and complex task that requires special tools and knowledge. It is not recommended to attempt this repair unless you have experience working on transmissions and have the proper tools and equipment. It's also important to consult the Saturn Vue 3.6 service manual or a professional mechanic or transmission specialist to have the proper steps and safety procedures to follow.

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It sounds like you have clutch issue if it's a manual stick shift or if it's an automatic it could be associated with your transmission..... I'd definitely recommend it being looked at my a mechanic asap

You need to replace the "B" shift solenoid inside the transmission.

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Modern transmission use a specific combination of shift solenoid ... hi everyone i just purchase a 2001 L200 ...

those are all codes for the shift solenoids in the transmission. very easy to get at.

This is normal down shift, if it is slight. If it is harsh then it could be a software problem or a seal problem. ie.. sticking solenoid piston. You can get some transmission additive that helps with the seals. But again if it is slight and not throwing you threw the windshield I wouldn't worry about it.

frozen, no. the computer did see a problem though, the transmission was put in what is called limp home mode, basically 2nd gear. there is a code that would of set in the transmission computer. have the code pulled and then post the code. more then likely a sensor is going bad.

DEXRON® VI Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)

The transmission in 05 that one has a filter and takes close to 7 quarts. It has a level hole, no dipstick. You fill it idling in park till it just starts to come out of the level hole.

Actually there is an "I" on the shifter in a Saturn ION automatic. It means "Intermediate" It's just the shift position between "D" for "Drive" and "L" for "Low"