Transmission howl when cold

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Dec 19, 2005 | 02:50 PM

oldrifleman

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Transmission howl when cold

I have an 02 F250 V10 auto. Since it has gotten a little cold around here (Seattle Area) recently I have had a strange howl from the transmission when cold. After I start and it will warm up a little (scrape the windows) I take off and for the first 1/2 mile to a mile it will sound like I have jet engine hooked up. Then the transmission will feel like it has shifted again and the sound is gone. From then on it has no problem. Anyone have anything similar happen? Is it a TC not locking up? StevenG

Dec 19, 2005 | 05:28 PM

MassBassin

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i remember last year when it was real cold i would get a loud howl as you described. although i cant recall if it stopped when the tranny shifted. i don't have a clue to what it is and i never looked into it. i'm just assuring you that your not the only one. it hasnt done it this year and we've had some cold days in MA.

Dec 19, 2005 | 05:56 PM

marcs724

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The three super duties I've had have all done that. (two v-10, current one is a psd) Don't know what it is but it sure sounds tough doesnt it? I've also noticed my diesel does it sometimes when its really heavily loaded too.

Dec 19, 2005 | 06:25 PM

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All my Fords have done it - my SD is no exception. Don't know what it is, but does not seem to be a problem.

Dec 20, 2005 | 07:40 AM

Casey

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It's the cooling fan running. The oil in the fan clutch needs to warm up a bit to disengage the clutch and release the fan.

Dec 20, 2005 | 11:44 AM

oldrifleman

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Cool Thanks! You always know where to ask the questions. StevenG

Dec 20, 2005 | 04:09 PM

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I have a 99 5.4. The fluid in the transmission and the filter were replaced at 115,000 miles. Since i've used a block heater, I haven't noticed a loud noise from the transmission on cold days