[bjaymo3]

Originally Posted by Mbriggs

In my pretty extensive experience with these vans, the instrument cluster solder issue has not affected the transmission, and I've had to solder 4 in my time. I also don't recall the speedometer acting wierd unless it was a speed sensor issue. When the tranny's really went, and I was stuck in limp mode, the speedo worked for me.

Do you know if it still has the original transmission? If so, 194k is getting up there. Mine have gone between 120k and 200k.

Have your tried disconnecting the battery for 10 minutes?

If you know a honest repair shop, a code reader will usually give a good idea of what is wrong. I've had really bad luck with dealers and transmission chains. I don't think that any parts stores still read codes for free.

Good luck!

Parts stores will read the codes and supply a printout explaining the codes. All of this is free. They will NOT reset the codes as that situation could cause them to be liable down the road.