posted 09-22-2016 12:01 AM                  

Trans sensors will burnout eventually and it doesn't matter how many miles you have on your Kat. My went at 9K.

posted 09-22-2016 05:28 AM                  

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posted 09-22-2016 06:52 AM                  

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Originally posted by Michael T:
If you have a 2nd gear transmission sensor go out while traveling, it's imperative to have the right tools to make a quick fix and be on your way. You will need to have on board a socket wrench ( I think it's 1 1/14" )to fit the sensor as well as a breaker bar. Now thru 9/26, Harbor Freight has a "Super Coupon" online for a 25" x 1/2" breaker bar for $8.99 - great deal to have with on the road!

Trans sensors will burnout eventually and it doesn't matter how many miles you have on your Kat. My went at 9K.

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posted 09-22-2016 07:48 AM                  

Common Chrysler product replacement item. 1" deep socket is needed

^^^ picture of what the sensor looks like:

VVV picture of sensor(s) locations, Output sensor is towards the rear,,,,,,,the other forward one is the input sensor. Very easy to change,,,5/10 minute job:

posted 09-22-2016 09:39 AM                  

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Originally posted by ClayD:
What happens when one of those sensors fails and how do you know which one?

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Goes in limp mode, only have 2nd gear going forward, yes reverse still works

In a pinch and no new sensor might be able to remove and clean the tip of the sensor

Don't remember how to tell the difference. Went mine went out just changed both.

Do a search and it will explain, with one speedo will not work

They are available at auto parts stores and $ 20 or so got mine at Napa.

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Larry & Sue Mayes

posted 09-22-2016 10:22 AM                  

If your tranny goes into limp mode the engine light comes on but the speedo still works it's failure of input tranny sensor

If your tranny goes into limp mode the engine light comes on and the speedo doesn't work it's failure of the output tranny sensor

posted 09-22-2016 10:27 AM                  

This is the emergency kit I carry in the trunk of my Prowler

The bag is the toiletries bag sold in the POA Store. It takes up very little space in the trunk. It will hold much more than what I carry in it, I need to add a small flashlight and spare batteries.

It contains the following

mechanics gloves
3/8" inch Rachet
3/8" drive extension
3/8" Drive 1 inch deep well socket
2 spare input tranny sensors
2 spare output tranny sensors
Instructions and info on the sensors printed off the POA(which includes the symptoms they cause when they fail)
small rachet style screw driver that takes exchangeable tips
small rachet that uses exchangeable tips
a complete assortment of tips (phillips, common, torxs etc)
10MM Wrench
extra mud flap nuts
extra top latches (stainless)
extra top latch clips
small vise clips
extra headlight vents

posted 09-22-2016 04:26 PM                  

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Originally posted by ALLEY CAT:
Michael T ,,, didn't you use to use your left-handed, metric, crescent wrench to change out a transmission sensor?

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Actually my sensor burned out returning from one of the Utah Mountain Parks and lucking I was only 10 miles from home and got off the 15 and drove 20 miles an hour on back streets to get home. My Kat had a rear roll pan and it would have been very hard to R & R along side the road unless I was 100 lbs. It was a lot easier using a floor jack in the comforts of my garage.

posted 09-22-2016 04:53 PM                  

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Originally posted by garryforrestuk:
Hi is the bag still available.Garry

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Sorry, I just looked in the Prowler Mall and it's apparently no longer offered.

posted 09-25-2016 07:25 PM                  

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posted 09-26-2016 11:54 AM                  

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Originally posted by garryforrestuk:
Hi is the bag still available.

Garry

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Garry,,,, If Sears still carries this box,,it fits perfectly between the rear trunk hinges and doesn't take up much room.............was about $10

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Carry the sensors, tools, and other useful needs

posted 09-26-2016 07:30 PM                  

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While I have one of these in my garage, I can't imagine using one to change those sensors. I carry a deep socket and a cheap ratchet. Not a lot of room to get to the sensors and a 25 inch breaker bar might be hard to use. I had to change my sensors a few years ago and the ratchet worked well for me.

posted 09-27-2016 05:16 AM                  

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Originally posted by ALLEY CAT:
Greg,,,,,You could always use one of those bars to extract some teeth from your patients, no?

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