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Hi I have a 1988 F250 with the 7.5L C6 transmission 2 wheel drive, truck was parked for 8 years before I bought it. I have very little experience with the older AT, I have always had manual transmission, my question is, how does the kick down cable work? On my truck their is a lot of play in the cable buy the intake. When I remove the cable from the transmission the lever only moves about a 1/4 " with the truck in park not running
sounds like it is perfect. The "kickdown" cable and lever on the transmission commands the transmission to downshift based on throttle input. It is basically set up so that when you are cruising along and then suddenly push the go pedal you get a downshift to accelerate. You would only want it to operate with significant throttle opening, hence the intentional slack in the cable. Once your foot gets used to it it is very predictable compared to computer controlled transmissions.
Your C6 transmission shifts are largely controlled by a vacuum modulator, which has some adjustment, so normal shifts are a function of engine RPM and load as indicated via the vacuum signal to the modulator. So make sure the modulator in in good working order and that the vacuum line to it is in good working order. Any manifold vacuum leaks will impact this function.
As the C6 only has 3 forward gears it will not be kind on fuel at speeds faster than 60 mph or so. But, it is a very durable heavy duty transmission. If you tow big loads install a large transmission oil cooler.
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