Shift Concerns: No Manual 2nd Gear

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SHIFT CONCERNS - NO MANUAL 2ND GEAR

Possible Component	Reference/Action
217 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
Electrical inputs/outputs, vehicle wiring harnesses, PCM, shift solenoids, digital TR sensor	Carry out self-test. Refer to the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE article for diagnosis and testing of the Powertrain Control System. GO to PINPOINT TEST A or GO to PINPOINT TEST C . Repair as required. Clear DTCs, road test and repeat self-test.
317 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE
Shift Linkage, Cable, Digital TR Sensor
Damaged or incorrectly adjusted	Inspect and repair as required. Verify transmission shift cable adjustment; refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS . Adjust transmission shift cable as necessary. After repairing transmission shift cable, verify that the digital TR sensor is correctly adjusted. Adjust the digital TR sensor as necessary.
Main Controls
3-4 shift valve, 1-2 and 2-3 shift valve, 3-4 capacity modulator valve stuck, damaged or assembled incorrectly	Inspect for damage. Repair as required.
Bolts not tightened to specifications	Tighten bolts to specifications.
Gaskets damaged	Inspect for damage and install a new gasket.