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01 ram1500 with 46re. Runs fine till hot then won't shift
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Unplug the 8 pin connector on the drivers side of the trans, about halfway back. This will disable the electronics in the trans. So, NO automatic function at all, no overdrive, no torque converter clutch. You will have to shift manually. If it goes into the gear you tell it to, when you tell it to, replace the electronics.
Since I've had a total lack of commentary, I'm going to try easy first. I''m goint to replace the solenoids and the sensors - and check the wiring harness. Plan of blowing out the tranny cooler pasages as well....