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98 4R70W no drive

iraceitall

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Montana
Year, Model & Trim Level
98 EB
I just bought a 98 EB, 5.0/4R70W, with a little trans problem. Vehicle has 202k, trans was rebuilt 30K ago. It will not take off in D (sometimes briefly, then it kicks out), but goes in R, 1, or 2. No codes for engine or trans, O/D light does not flash, but have ABS codes C1102 (accelerator sensor) and C1230 (rear speed sensor circuit fault) Fluid is clean and full.

I had it in the shop and tried powerbraking against D, it engaged, but then as I revved to 2000 rpm, it kicked out. I let off the gas, and it engaged again, hard.

Any ideas?
 






No fluid leaks, range switch is secure and wiring good, neutral start switch works properly, no bad fuses or wiring I could see either...
 






Could it be a linkage problem, where the trans selector is straddling N and D?
 






UPDATE: fixed it!

After about 6 hours of online searching and phone calls, I decided to check the main pressure regulator valve in the valvebody, since the OE one is prone to wear. Sure enough it had a big worn spot. I ordered a new valve (Sonnax 76948-09) and gaskets, and it's working great!
 






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