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Stuck in 2nd gear & no RPM Gauge

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Old Apr 7, 2011 | 11:43 PM
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Checked the wiring harness underneath the Power Steering Reservoir and the wiring looked fine. Don't know where to go from here. I had the computer scanned and only come up with the code for Battery Disconnected within 50 starts. I did notice the van running a little rough but very little. I have seen in a few other forums where they talk about the fuse buses get a little rusty, is this true? I have pulled all of the fuses and the relays out and put them back in. Is there a RELAY that might be causing this?
 
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Old May 2, 2011 | 02:47 AM
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Well i actully got my van fixed and the problem was that the wiring going straight to the computer had bad wires (corrosion) on 2/4 plugs going to the computer ,thats probably the same thing with yours
 
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Old May 2, 2011 | 12:13 PM
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Turned out to be the TCM (Transmission Control Module) for the transmission. The fix cost $435 and now it runs as good as new. The RPM gauge still doesn't work but I can live with that. I was told that the cluster is probably bad and needs to be replaced. Thanks for the help!!!
 
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Old May 2, 2011 | 02:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Grogerygetter
Turned out to be the TCM (Transmission Control Module) for the transmission. The fix cost $435 and now it runs as good as new. The RPM gauge still doesn't work but I can live with that. I was told that the cluster is probably bad and needs to be replaced. Thanks for the help!!!
Try a cluster self test. If the tach moves look at the crankshaft sensor circuit.
 

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Old May 3, 2011 | 12:54 PM
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I did replace the Crankshaft Sensor already. How would I check the circuit? Please remember I do have some mechanic skills but at a novice level.
 
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Old May 31, 2011 | 11:11 PM
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check the "eatx" relay....
 
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Old Jun 18, 2011 | 08:54 AM
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disconnect the battery, turn key to start and hold for 30 seconds, that will reset pcm, once in limp mode stays there till reset
 
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Old Apr 29, 2012 | 01:01 PM
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