2000 f150 4x4 Transmition problem- Need Help-
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2000 f150 4x4 Transmition problem- Need Help-
Have a 2000 f150 5.4 4x4 - noticing delay in switching gears on automatic trans.mostly 2-4th . Its not real bad but i can notice.I play with the gas petal a little and it switches gear and rpm drops,The fluid seems fine.Checked it warm not cold.anyone have any input ?Thanks
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how old is the fluid ? how many miles? ckecking level is only part of maintenance. if you have some crud floating, it can stick on to valve spools and cause them to drag, slow down, stick, etc.. that causes poor shifting.
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Thanks steave That is a great answer!
The truck has 160,000 bought it used 2 years ago.Dont know when the trans has been serviced.I change oil regularly have not touched the trans yet.Thanks again for the response! Johnny
The truck has 160,000 bought it used 2 years ago.Dont know when the trans has been serviced.I change oil regularly have not touched the trans yet.Thanks again for the response! Johnny
