Wont shift out of 1st gear please help

EDGAR599

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1989 TOYOTA SUPRA
6 CYL
RWD
AUTOMATIC

My 1989 toyota supra automatic
When I drive the car it wont shift out of 1st gear my rpm goes to high by the time I catch speed but some people tell me its my speed sensor but I want to know if it is or not all my gears work just doesnt shift
I appreciate if you can help me out thank you

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Is the speedometer working correctly?

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Tuesday, December 8th, 2015 AT 6:27 PM

EDGAR599

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No it doesnt

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Tuesday, December 8th, 2015 AT 6:30 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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The VSS, vehicle speed sensor runs the speedometer and from that, the transmission knows when to shift. If the computer things the car isn't moving, it won't shift from first.

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Tuesday, December 8th, 2015 AT 6:46 PM

EDGAR599

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I really appreciate it thanks
But by any chance do you know hpw much would that cost if I take it to a transmission shop?

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Tuesday, December 8th, 2015 AT 6:50 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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There are actually two sensors on this vehicle. One is on the transmission and the other behind the dash. I wouldn't expect either to take more than an hour labor. The parts are another story. I can't find a listing for them.

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