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Old Sep 15, 2013 | 06:53 AM
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Trans problem

Its a 2004 f 150 5.4 2 wd auto , i think is a 4r70w , when i first start out in the morning i get a trans malfunction on the dash and the od light flashes , if i shut the truck off and restart it goes away for the rest of the day , when it does this the speedometer dosn't work right , vss ?? any thoughts , thanks.....
 
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Old Sep 15, 2013 | 07:13 AM
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Sure it sounds like it could be a problem with the VSS because the speedo is malfunctioning, but you really won't know until you get the trouble codes.
 
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I will get the codes , the check engine light is on , is the vss in the trans tail shaft or rear end ?? , want to have a look at the connector ....Thanks
 
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