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Transmission won't go in gear

Would anybody know why I can't get my coach to goin gear. I'm trying to get it in for service to have the slide worked on. The slide is partially out presently. I know the contact switch is not showing contact. I have gone in the bay and override the travel mode. The air tanks are at 150# front and rear.
On the control pad inside when I press travel mode it blinks about 6 times and goes out. On the dash I have a level system light on. When I engage the transmission  the coach will not move.
I have a callin to Mot and Triano. Waiting for them to call back.
John & Kathy and Reggie the Westie (RIP)
2002 40' U320
Build# 5996
2011 Jeep Wrangler

Re: Transmission won't go in gear

Reply #1 –
I don't have a slide, but from reading other posts, there is probably a slide switch or maybe 2 that must be closed before the transmission will go in gear.  Doubt if it is safe to drive with the slide not fully retracted, also probably illegal as you would be too wide.  Sorry you are having the problem, maybe someone else can help.
Jerry Whiteaker former owner 96 U270  36' #4831 Austin,TX-Owner Mods LCD TV w/front cabinet rebuild - LCD TV bedroom - Dual Central AC, either can cool coach w 30 amp - Skylights at roof AC openings - Drop ceiling for ducting of AC - Shower skylight white gelcoat/wood/epoxy frame - Air Springs/Shocks replaced - 2014 CRV - 8K Home Solar - Chevy Volt

Re: Transmission won't go in gear

Reply #2 –
 Depending on how familiar you are with your system you should be able to open up the nuts on the solenoid valves and push the slide in , then  you should be able to set the locks  I don't believe the override switch will allow the motorhome to go in Gear with the slide extended slightly  I currently own a 2002 with the train system
John Patrick
2002 U270

Re: Transmission won't go in gear

Reply #3 –
Here's a trick that I haven't heard before. I was able to get it in gear and move it for service.
Apparently the override switch is bad and needs to be replaced but..... in the meantime
 1. With the engine running .
 2. Press and hold down the HWH reset switch on the control panel next to the seat.
 3. While holding the switch select the transmission into gear.

This got me to the service center. After letting it sit for a few mins with the engine off. It wouldn't go into gear again. I repeated the procedure and was able to move it.
This trick was provided by the excellent people at MOT. Also the diagnosis of the travel override was made by Mr Triano at Foretravel.

John and Kathy
John & Kathy and Reggie the Westie (RIP)
2002 40' U320
Build# 5996
2011 Jeep Wrangler

Re: Transmission won't go in gear

Reply #4 –
Another cause of not going into gear is too high an engine idle speed.  The Allison shift pad will just blink.
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020

Re: Transmission won't go in gear

Reply #5 –
Quote from: Hatchet –
Also the diagnosis of the travel override was made by Mr Triano at Foretravel.
Just so you will know, in case you ever need his help again, it is James Triana (surname ends with "a") at FOT.  8)
1993 U280 SE 40' WTBI, Build: 4359
C8.3 300hp, 6-Speed, Exhaust Brake
960 watts on the roof (6 x 160)
Sorento (or BOLT) on a Kar Kaddy SS
"Nature abhors a vacuum"

Re: Transmission won't go in gear

Reply #6 –
When my slide wouldn't quite go all the way in a few years ago, I turned the override switch and drone 400 miles to home and a repair shop. It should work.
Tom Lang K6PG (originally  KC6UEC)
and Diane Lang
2003 38 U295 build 6209
2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Ecodiesel
still have tow-ready 2006 Acura MDX 
Temple City, California
Motorcade 16681 California Chapter President
SKP 16663 member of SKP Park of the Sierra, Coarsegold California
FMCA F071251
Retired electrical and electronic engineer
 

Re: Transmission won't go in gear

Reply #7 –
Thanks for the responses

Jerry, you are correct with the switches not being made. The slide was out about 2 inches but I had it blocked it so it wouldn't move either way.

John, i did that previously but couldn't get the pins to lock. I had to use the override. This time the override didn't work.

Brett, Thanks for providing to my list of what to check for. Would you happen to know what the limit is for the high  idle RPM?

Chuck, thanks for the correction, I definitely don't want to disrespect Mr Triana. He has been very helpful through my process.

Tom, I wish it would of been that easy.

I should not of started this thread, as I had one opened earlier ( Slide Locking Pins ) this is a continuation of my saga.


Happy New Year
John and Kathy
John & Kathy and Reggie the Westie (RIP)
2002 40' U320
Build# 5996
2011 Jeep Wrangler