4L60E Shift Solenoid - Part 1 (Basic Operation)

Learn how the 4L60E Shift Solenoid works (1-2 shift solenoid)(Shift Solenoid A)(2-3 shift solenoid)(shift solenoid B). When there are problems with the shift solenoid, it leads to number of 4L60E problems; 1). 4L60E no 1st gear. 2). 4L60E no 2nd gear. 3). 4L60E no 3rd gear. 4). 4L60E no 4th gear. 4). Etc. Before we can address the problem areas, it's important to first understand the basics of how a healthy system works. Buckle up! 🚨 Don’t get left behind — join our email list. https://southpawautoworks.com/bypass-... Help this Channel Grow:    • Help This YouTube Channel Grow   **More 4L60E Videos** Pump:    • 4L60E Pump: How Does It Work? (Part 1)   PR Valve (Part 1):    • 4L60E Pressure Regulator Valve (Boost Valv...   PR Valve (Part 2):    • 4L60E Pressure Regulator Valve (Boost Valv...   PR Valve (Part 3):    • 4L60E: PR Valve (Part 3) Torque Signal Oil...   AFL Valve (Part 1):    • 4L60E: AFL Valve (Part 1) How it Works   1-2 Shift Valve + Solenoid (Part 1):    • 4L60E: 1-2 Shift Valve + 1-2 Shift Solenoi...   1-2 + 2-3 Shift Solenoid (Part 1):    • 4L60E Shift Solenoid - Part 1 (Basic Opera...   Planetary Gearset:    • Planetary Gearset - How it works (automati...   Power Flow (OD Gears):    • 4L60E Power Flow (1st, 2nd, 3rd, & 4th Gea...   Power Flow: (Manual Gears):    • 4L60E Power Flow - Manual 1st, Manual 2nd,...   Teardown:    • 4L60E Rebuild: Teardown (Disassembly)   Teardown Time-Lapse:    • 4L60E Teardown (TimeLapse) (GM Automatic T...   Output Shaft Swap (2WD to 4WD Conversion):    • 4L60E Output Shaft Swap - 2WD to 4WD Conve...   RESOURCES: 1) 4L60E Tools: (Paid Links) Electrical Harness Case Connector Tool: https://amzn.to/3uJeqXZ Torx Plus Bit/Socket: https://amzn.to/3l4Ad8X Teflon Seal Ring Installer (Sizing Tool Kit): https://amzn.to/3BWwQZP Shift Shaft Seal Puller/Installer: https://amzn.to/2Oa2sat Universal Transmission Pump Puller: https://amzn.to/3t7uDFH 3-Ton Arbor Press (12 inch working height): https://amzn.to/2Reqmyx Lip Seal Installer: https://amzn.to/2Gz4KI5 Lip Seal Installer (Huge Time/Headache Saver): https://amzn.to/2MxUC8O Pump Alignment Band: https://amzn.to/2J13lNF Universal Clutch Spring Compressor (Use in trans & drums): https://amzn.to/2YHQGn6 Adjustable Clutch Spring Compressor (Use with shop press): https://amzn.to/2W2DAQs Universal Bushing Driver Kit (Larger Sizes): https://amzn.to/2M1aQHn Universal Bushing Driver Kit (Smaller Sizes): https://amzn.to/2Et1ON3 Snap Ring Pliers (Clutch Spring Compressor Snap Ring): https://amzn.to/2GwwixP Snap Ring Plier Set (Pump Circlip Snap Rings): https://amzn.to/2IUxpdu 2) 4L60E Parts: (Paid Links) Over-Sized Pressure Regulator Valve: https://amzn.to/3CbAHm1 0.500" Boost Valve: https://amzn.to/3Af6ccP Bell Housing Bolts (Torx): https://ebay.us/vZLBiN Pan Gasket (Fiber): https://amzn.to/2N4Ykba Filter: Shallow Pan: https://amzn.to/3t7AtH7 Deep Pan: https://amzn.to/30sVoYL Output Shafts: Heavy-Duty: 2WD: https://amzn.to/3dxjw4q. 4WD: https://amzn.to/2NRN9m0 Standard-Duty: 2WD: https://amzn.to/3pKoptk 4WD: https://ebay.us/cDwiJt Rebuild Kit: 93-03: https://amzn.to/3chb3Qw 04-Up: https://amzn.to/2OaYJcL Molded Pistons: https://amzn.to/3chRbNb 2-4 Band: Stock: https://amzn.to/3rvW2ke Hi-Perf: https://amzn.to/2N3JRw2 Sun Shell: Upgrade: https://amzn.to/3cbPmRK Heavy-Duty: https://amzn.to/3rzAEuv 3) Safety-Wear: 😷 (Paid Links) A) Comfortable Safety Glasses: https://amzn.to/2JguhZN B) Work Boots: https://amzn.to/2GD9eP7 C) Nitrile Gloves: https://amzn.to/2Y6XwSN 4) Tools: 🔧 (Paid Links) Craftsman 230-Piece Tool Set: https://amzn.to/2L0AtWv 1/2 Impact Gun (Ingersoll Rand): https://amzn.to/30zUuHA 3/8 Impact Gun (Ingersoll Rand): https://amzn.to/30l5gpm Air Compressor (60 Gallon)(Ingersoll Rand): https://amzn.to/2QkisXt 1/4 Air Hose (Flexzilla): https://amzn.to/2QjJQ7W Pocket Screwdriver: https://amzn.to/2OdoR44 Spring-Loaded Center Punch: https://amzn.to/304x3dx Yellow Paint Pen: https://amzn.to/2LZRQWq Brass Punch: https://amzn.to/2QlSAe1 Bench Vice (Craftsman): https://amzn.to/2LFnKbZ 5) Shop Supplies: ✏️ (Paid Links) Thread Locker: Medium: https://amzn.to/2YLtmFk Heavy: Brake Parts Cleaner: https://amzn.to/2HxQ1Pz DISCLOSURE: 🕵 Links provided are affiliated links with the associated websites. While there is no extra cost to the purchaser, a small portion of the sale goes to support this YouTube channel.