Transmission Kick Down Solenoid

Engages the transmission’s kickdown function, allowing for downshifting during acceleration.

The transmission kickdown solenoid engages the transmission’s kickdown function, allowing the transmission to downshift when additional power is needed for acceleration or passing in automatic transmission vehicles.

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Typical part cost

$100–$300🔒

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Typical labor cost

$150–$300🔒

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Typically lasts

100,000–200,000 mi

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Or about

7.0–10.0 years

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DIY difficulty

5/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the Transmission Kick Down Solenoid is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

Difficulty downshifting

Poor acceleration

Transmission slipping

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Transmission Kick Down Solenoid

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Inspect Transmission Kick Down Solenoid

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Test Transmission Kick Down Solenoid

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