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Problem of tiptronic shifting into fifth gear

Tiny
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  • 1999 SUBARU LEGACY
  • 85,000 MILES
Hi there. I have a 1999 Subaru Legacy GT which has 85k on it. I have noticed it cannot shift into the last gear - fifth gear, whether in auto or sport shift. Also I have noticed the power/hold button wont illuminate on the dashboard when pressed on 'ON'. Before that it could illuminate and also shift to fifth gear. What could be the problem? The transmission fluid seems to be just okay, both the level and viscosity. Please help, what should I do to correct this. Thanks in advance
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Monday, April 29th, 2013 AT 1:20 AM

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Tiny
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Start with a check for tyrouble codes. If no codes are present, check the power/hold switch and its circuit.
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Monday, April 29th, 2013 AT 4:55 AM
Tiny
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Thanks for a prompt response, am greatful. However, how do you check for trouble codes though? Whats the procedure or how do I go about checking the trouble codes? Thanks
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Monday, April 29th, 2013 AT 5:02 AM
Tiny
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You need a scan tool to check for trouble codes. Most parts stores provides this service but being transmission related, the parts store might not have the appropriate scan tool.
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Monday, April 29th, 2013 AT 5:19 AM
Tiny
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Thanks again for a prompt response. I will chek in the auto/parts store. But what should I do in case they dont stock the tools as u suspect? Thanks
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Monday, April 29th, 2013 AT 5:34 AM
Tiny
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If they don't have the appropriate scan tool, you would either need to go to a repair shop that has it or the dealer.
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Monday, April 29th, 2013 AT 9:52 AM

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