Q: why won't my overdrive work
my car will only shift into two gears. the overdrive won't work
My car has 100000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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Hi there. The overdrive clutches in the transmission could be slipping causing the transmission not to shift into overdrive. I recommend seeking out a professional, such as one from Your Mechanic, to help you diagnose your transmission.
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