SHIFT CONCERNS: NO MANUAL 1ST GEAR (1st in "D" is OK)

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Possible Component	Reference/Action
216 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System	-
Electrical inputs/outputs, vehicle wiring harnesses, powertrain control module, shift solenoids, transmission range (TR) sensor.	Run On-Board Diagnostics Tests. Refer to INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE . GO to PINPOINT TEST A and GO to PINPOINT TEST D .
316 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE
Internal and External Shift Linkages	-
Damaged, out of adjustment or misassembled	Inspect and repair as necessary. Verify linkage adjustment. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE-TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS - CD4E . After repairing linkage, verify that the transmission range (TR) sensor is correctly adjusted.
Main Controls	-
Bolts out of torque specification	Adjust bolts to specification.
Gaskets damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
Pull-in valve stuck, damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
SSB stuck "ON"	Activate solenoid using Transmission Tester. Repair as necessary.
Hydraulic passages damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Separator plates damaged, blocked	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.