Non-TR Tranny Problem

[84GNTTYPE]

I recently bought a 1991 Grand Am with a 2.3L Quad 4. Sometimes when I try to stop the car acts like the transmission is still pulling. It's the same feeling as driving a car with a manual transmission and trying to stop without using the clutch. I would appreciate any help you all could give me. Thanks!

 

[blackplague]

That trans has problems with

lock up solenoids too. There is a blue or black square connector in the front of the trans. Unplug the connector and see if the problem goes away. It sounds like the lock up solenoid need replacing.

 

[84GNTTYPE]

That must be what it is. I unplugged it and now everything seems to be fine. Will it hurt anything if I drive it for awhile like that before I replace the solenoid? Is that something I can get at a parts store or do I need to get it from GM?

Thanks!

 

[blackplague]

I don't recommend driving too far

with the connector disconnected. It was just a test to see if the tcc solenoid was the culprit. I don't know if you'll be able to get the solenoid from a napa or not, but any trans shop should be able to get you one.