Transmission Pressure Control Solenoid Failure May Cause Erratic Shifting: Pontiac Montana Transmission & Drivetrain

Problem overview

The transmission pressure control solenoid may fail causing erratic shifting. Our technicians tell us that partial dis-assembly of the transmission is necessary to replace a failed pressure control solenoid.

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8 model years affected

Average mileage: 144,546 miles

(60,000 - 305,000)

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Transmission Pressure Control Solenoid Failure May Cause Erratic Shifting on Pontiac Montana

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