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High rpms at start, stuck in gear

Right after starting the car at 15-20mph, 2nd gear the rpms shoot up to 6000/7000 when I push the gas until it kicks into gear. It does this 2-3 times until it warms up to 190 thermostat. Car is fine all day until it sits a few hrs and cools completely. Then I have the problem again.Diagnostic said nothing is wrong, no lights or indicators. thanks

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You have a sticking spool in the valve body of trans or, low trans fluid. The fluid you can take care of. The trans shouldb e taken to shop for confirmation its the valve body and repair.Good luck.

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