Notices
1999 - 2003 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel  
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by: DP Tuner

Shift trouble

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Jul 4, 2021 | 01:52 PM
  #1  
conor98's Avatar
conor98
Thread Starter
|
5th Wheeling
Joined: May 2021
Posts: 32
Likes: 0
Shift trouble

Hey folks having some issues and before I drop much more money I need another opinion. 2002 f250 with the 4r100 I know it’s not stock it’s painted blue but it won’t shift in drive it will start in 3rd and stay there. I can row from 1-2-d to go and it doesn’t stall out. It has a new solenoid pack. I’m looking at the harness next, followed by PCM. Am I missing anything /should I go check anything else?
 
Reply
Old Jul 4, 2021 | 02:14 PM
  #2  
Mark Kovalsky's Avatar
Mark Kovalsky
Frmr Ford Trans Engr
25 Year Member
Liked
Community Favorite
Top Answer: 3
Joined: Aug 1999
Posts: 24,732
Likes: 2,661
From: SE Florida
You should read the codes. The best way is to download Forscan free at www.forscan.org. Their page shows how to select and adapter to plug into the OBDII port. Once you have the codes we can help direct where to look. Without the codes, all I can tell you is that something is wrong.

If you don't want to get Forscan, you can take it to a good independent shop or a Ford dealer to read the codes. The places that read codes free CANNOT read Ford transmission codes.
 
Reply
Old Jul 4, 2021 | 02:36 PM
  #3  
cleatus12r's Avatar
cleatus12r
Butt-Head
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 9,453
Likes: 2,936
From: Reed Point, MT
Originally Posted by conor98
Hey folks having some issues and before I drop much more money I need another opinion. 2002 f250 with the 4r100 I know it’s not stock it’s painted blue but it won’t shift in drive it will start in 3rd and stay there. I can row from 1-2-d to go and it doesn’t stall out. It has a new solenoid pack. I’m looking at the harness next, followed by PCM. Am I missing anything /should I go check anything else?
Are you sure it's 3rd gear? The 4R100 failure mode for having no power (both shift solenoids "off") is 4th gear. I can't tell by your post whether you have M1 or M2 but I assume you have reverse too.

Does it start out in 1st or 2nd if the shift lever is placed in "1" or "2"?

 
Reply
Old Jul 4, 2021 | 02:57 PM
  #4  
conor98's Avatar
conor98
Thread Starter
|
5th Wheeling
Joined: May 2021
Posts: 32
Likes: 0
I’ve got a scanner on the way for forscan I’m not sure the gearing it does 50 at 2k ish and I do have reverse
 
Reply
Old Jul 7, 2021 | 11:17 PM
  #5  
conor98's Avatar
conor98
Thread Starter
|
5th Wheeling
Joined: May 2021
Posts: 32
Likes: 0
Help obelisk ex

Folks I picked up an obdlink ex. When I try to get it plugged in I get a red green red cycle then it stays red. Any suggestions?
 
Reply
Old Jul 8, 2021 | 06:48 AM
  #6  
Listor's Avatar
Listor
Fleet Mechanic
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Sep 2011
Posts: 1,613
Likes: 106
From: Albuquerque
Originally Posted by conor98
Folks I picked up an obdlink ex. When I try to get it plugged in I get a red green red cycle then it stays red. Any suggestions?
turn the key to the on position, no need to start
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
seevee
1999 - 2016 Super Duty
1
Aug 18, 2007 02:11 PM
martyfowler
Clutch, Transmission, Differential, Axle & Transfer Case
1
Feb 4, 2003 02:34 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 11:49 PM.

story-0
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-1
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-3
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-6
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-8
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-9
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE