Q: Trouble shifting gears

Hi There, Depending on the speed at which the car is moving, the transmission control module and computer will not allow the car to downshift to a lower gear unless the car is moving at a slow enough speed. This is a safety feature of the vehicle which allows it not to damage the engine and transmission when downshifting from a higher gear. If the car does not go into a lower gear when sitting still or at a very slow speed, this may indicate that something else may be wrong such as low transmission fluid or potentially a faulty solenoid. I would suggest having a professional from YourMechanic come to your location to diagnose and inspect your vehicle.