Transmission Will Not Shift to Forward or Reverse

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Condition	Action
Engine RPM too high	Reduce the engine RPM. It may be necessary to select Neutral, and then D or R again.
Low fluid level	Add the fluid to proper level Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure .
Faulty throttle signal from engine	Correct the engine throttle signal.
Shift selector is not functioning properly	Repair the shift selector.
Speed sensor or sensors not functioning properly	Repair or replace the speed sensor or sensors or circuitry. Refer to Speed Sensor Replacement .
Mechanical failure to C5 clutch	Repair the transmission.
Mechanical failure in transmission torque converter, shafts, or planetaries	Repair the transmission.
Low pressure	Repair the transmission.
Faulty wiring in TCM input/output function circuits	Correct the circuit wiring.