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Discussion in '348/355' started by judd10, Dec 17, 2007.

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  1. judd10

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    #1 judd10, Dec 17, 2007
    My F1 transmission works with the engine off. When I start my engine and try to shift into first or reverse, the gear flashes on the LED display, but then goes into neutral with a loud beep. It won't shift into gear with the engine on. Does anyone have any idea what might be happening? Everything worked last week. Any suggestions greatly appreciated! Thanks, Judd
     
  2. No Doubt

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    #2 No Doubt, Dec 17, 2007
    Check your transmission fluid level first, then check your F1 hydraulic fluid level. If you're lucky, it's something simple like that (best to check the free things first).
     
  3. 2NA

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    #3 2NA, Dec 17, 2007
    Make sure the engine cover is latched. It won't stay in gear if it isn't.
     
  4. UConn Husky

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    #4 UConn Husky, Dec 17, 2007
    2nd that...check doors and front trunk too. And I think foot on the brake too...
     
  5. UConn Husky

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    #5 UConn Husky, Dec 17, 2007
    and woohoo for 1000 posts!!! :D
     
  6. judd10

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    #6 judd10, Dec 18, 2007
    I turned off the power for a few minutes & turned it back on. Funny thing is... it works now! Really bizarre. I hope it doesn't stick in neutral when I'm on the road! Any thoughts? Judd
     
  7. 2NA

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    #7 2NA, Dec 18, 2007
    Ain't technology wonderful.


    Just be glad Microsoft isn't involved.
     
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    #8 ernie, Dec 18, 2007
    Check the relay for the F1 pump.
     
  9. PAP 348

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    #9 PAP 348, Dec 18, 2007

    Yet..........;);)


    +1. :):)
     
  10. Monteman

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    #10 Monteman, Dec 18, 2007
    I'm willing to bet that one of your trunk or door sensors is very close to being out of tolerence or thinking that it is open. This will prevent the car from going into gear. The usual culprit (on my car anyway) is the engine cover. It's right underneath the engine cover release latch on the body. When you look down at it from above, you can see if it's opening and closing correctly if you simulate the trunk closing by moving the latch by hand (watch your fingers). It's a simple fix and rarely any tools required. Hope this helps but let us know if this worked.
     
  11. judd10

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    #11 judd10, Dec 18, 2007
    It looks like it may have been the sensor on the rear latch. Great to know for future reference.... I never realized that that sensor could prevent putting the car in gear. Thanks again for the helpful tips everyone! Judd
     

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