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Old Nov 14, 2009 | 12:07 PM
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New tranny question

Ok guys. Last week while pulling my horse trailer on the interstate, the transmission light and check engine light came on. I took the truck to the dealer and they determined it was a failed shift solenoid. While replacing the solenoid they found lots of metal shavings and clutch material, and decided to just replace the tranny.

I should be getting the truck back early this week, and here is the question. Do I need to take it easy for a while with the new tranny, or can I just hook up to my trailer and go?

2008 F250 V10 Crew
 
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Old Nov 14, 2009 | 12:21 PM
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Rebuilt or brand new I'd drive it per the manual directions for a new truck.
 
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Old Nov 14, 2009 | 02:49 PM
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Just drive it like a wasp and u will be fine.
 
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Old Nov 14, 2009 | 03:13 PM
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Originally Posted by hwm3
Ok guys. Last week while pulling my horse trailer on the interstate, the transmission light and check engine light came on. I took the truck to the dealer and they determined it was a failed shift solenoid. While replacing the solenoid they found lots of metal shavings and clutch material, and decided to just replace the tranny.

I should be getting the truck back early this week, and here is the question. Do I need to take it easy for a while with the new tranny, or can I just hook up to my trailer and go?

2008 F250 V10 Crew
The 5 speed auto in your 08 went bad?
 
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Old Nov 14, 2009 | 03:52 PM
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There is no break in time for a transmission. Just drive it like you normally do.
 
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