I am a idiot i washed my engine today and try to stay clear of any wires and sensors. When i went for a drive the car wouldn't get out of first gear (automatic). Did i get the one of the transmission sensors wet or what caused
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In reference to the springs, yes.

 

You could've very possibly got something wet that wasn't supposed to..

I know the stickies Ive read on this website regarding engine detailing clearly states that you should saran wrap all electrical connections in the general area, as well as bag the air filter to protect that.

Otherwise you just coat it with some GUNK Degreaser and then use a slow stream of water and a brush to scrub at parts with alot of buildup.

 

I know so what did i do to it, why isn't shifting is it a sensor?

 

FSM indicates the most likey cause for failure to shift from D1 to D2 is Inhibitor switch or Throttle position switch adjustments. I'm not sure where these switches are located. But if you can find them there are probably wires/connector going to these switches. Pull the connectors off and see if water got in there.

 

Throttle position switch /sensor is behind air intake manifold. Inhibitor switch is located on the transmission. I would think it's more likely throttle position switch /sensor is the problem.

 

If I could post a pic I would but you should be able to find it if you have any kind of manual.

 

thats odd, I can hose down my engine bay start the car up and it will run no problem, my guess is water got into one of the fuse boxes but u never know

 

If all else fails get a leaf blower and point it at your engine.

 

Or just let it dry overnight...

 

I let it dry all day and i still had the same problem. I am going to see what happens tomorrow and i will let you guys know.

 

this is weird...ive been hosing down the under carrige of my rides for years..engine bay and all and never once had a problem, maybe a squeaky fan belt for a few mins...but if u think about it...a rainy day and some puddles will have the same effect...as long as its not high pressure, whats to harm then again i live in the desert and things dont rust here...

 

I'm guessing it's the TPS.

 

Still have the same problem today. What the hell

 

Start inspecting electrical connectors for water. Unplug them, look, blow compressed air, reconnect. I'd be looking at the TPS connections and the tranny connections first. Should take only a few minutes to check them all.

 

could be plugs or something more serious. Next time try cloth and cleaner spray and clean the engine. Dont hose it down.

 

Ive never had an issue doing this. However, I cover my filter and sometimes started/atlternator. I also do not spray a lot of water. First I just mist it, then simple green the shiz out of it, then rinse enough to get dirt/simple green out. No more than needed.

 

I still have the same problem. It was running good for about 4 days then it happened again, i would start to drive and it wouldn't get out of first gear(automatic) then it would get out then it would shift really hard. I cant find the problem.