97 GSX - Poor Acceleration

[gh0st1981]

My 97 GSX AWD Turbo has horrible acceleration problems! I was warned about the problem when I bought the car, but was assured it was a relatively easy fix. My check engine light came on, so I took it to Autozone and hooked it up to get the codes. It gave me the P1750 code which is a faulty transmission solenoid assembly, poor electrical connection, or dirty/low fluid levels. Autozone doesn't carry the solenoid assembly, and can't even order one. I changed out the fluid and the internal filter and it accelerates a little better. I also noticed it seems to be taking longer to shift out of first gear than it should. The RPMs seem consistent with the acceleration and it doesn't feel like the transmission is slipping, it just takes forever to get up to speed. Is replacing the solenoid an easy fix or should I start looking for a transmission shop?

 

[noid]

Internal transmission repair is generally not for the dyi customer the is why alot of autoparts stores do not sell many internal trans parts. Try downloading the Dsm shop Manuel to see the difficulty of the job. If you search here you will find te link to the download. I would find it but I don't have time now. Hope this helps

 

[johnmarines]

Is replacing the solenoid an easy fix or should I start looking for a transmission shop?

Replacing the solenoid is fairly easy. Jack up the car, put it on stands. drain the trans fluid. drop the trans pan. Disconnect the wires going to the vb and run it back into the trans so its coming back into the trans. The vb is right there when you drop the pan. As far as buying the solenoids, just stop by any trans repair shop and have them order you a set. Good luck.

 

[gh0st1981]

thanks for the tips. I'll try to find the manual and see if I want to attempt it myself. This is my DD so I don't want to put it out of commission if I can help it.