#2265, "RE: Only have second gear?!?!?" In response to In response to 0
The car going into 2nd isnt your problem. It is just in what you call safe mode or limp home mode.
This can be a good thing or a bad thing. When it goes into safe mode it can hinder further damage. But, it doesnt allow you to "feel" for the problem.
There are scanners that can pin point your problem, of you can go replacing sensors. The IP OP would be my first choice. If that doesnt help drop the pan and check out your magnet.