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Ford Explorer Transmission Questions

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#260 of 387 2003 Ford Explorer O/D light flashing by ctownsell

Mar 07, 2010 (8:26 am)

Mine seems to be a little different. My O/D light is flashing on my 03 explorer. But, I have not gotten a service engine light or a check transmission light. Also, it may have a hard shift from 1st to 2nd or 2nd to 3rd. But, there is no excess RPMs and it has been doing this for about 10k miles. So, in my situation, what should I look to replace?

#261 of 387 Re: 2003 Ford Explorer O/D light flashing [ctownsell] by redruby529

Mar 08, 2010 (9:16 am)

Replying to: ctownsell (Mar 07, 2010 8:26 am)
In the manual it says that the blinking O/D light basically means it needs to be checked out as soon as possible. Mine started blinking one morning and by the next afternoon it was shifting really rough and with the excessive RPMs. It may be a little different but I would still have the transmission check out...BTW I never had any other indicators other than the blinking O/D light.

#262 of 387 changing atf fluid and filter by benbizniz

Apr 13, 2010 (1:01 pm)

There is nom dipstick to check atf fluid levels. There is a drainplug on resevior. How will I refill? 4.0 liter 2005 explorer

#263 of 387 94 Explorer 2WD Tranny Issues by dwilson80

Apr 19, 2010 (5:47 pm)

Hello, I have a 94 explorer with the A4LD6 transmission. A couple days ago it started shifting wrong from 1st to 2nd. Here's the scoop- if started for first time of the day and driven it will high rev (lag) before shifting to 2nd gear 1 or two times then it will drive normal until it cools off, then it will do the same thing also if I let it idle for a while it will shift normally. I think it 's the torque converter but I'm not certain and was wondering if anyone has some input for me. There is another post on here with the same issue but I couldn't figure out how he solved the problem. Any info/help would be GREATLY appreciated.. thanks in advance!!!

#264 of 387 Shifting out of Park by razorback_ron

May 18, 2010 (6:27 pm)

My 2000 Explorer has >150k miles. When I step on the brake to shift out of park, I have to stomp hard several times. Often, it takes 3-4 min to shift. Once it's out of park, it's fine. Is there an override switch or something that I can bypass pressing the brake while shifting? thx.

#265 of 387 Re: Shifting out of Park [razorback_ron] by dwilson80

May 19, 2010 (9:43 am)

Replying to: razorback_ron (May 18, 2010 6:27 pm)
I honestly don't think there is a override switch but I would think it's just the cable is stretched and needs to be replaced. Good luck
F-fix
O-or
R-repair
D-daily
but I love my explorer and mustang....

#266 of 387 only goes in 4wd by helpmeplz5

Jun 29, 2010 (2:04 am)

i just got a 95 v6 exsplorer and the 4th day having it the 2wd will not work. i did notice a winding noise prior when i would let off the accelorater when going over 35. as i was driving at about 45 mph it made a horrrorble clunck and it did not go no more. i pulled over and when i put it in park it grided as if it were a manual (its not) so i tried 4wd low and drive locked in... i tryed it again in 2wd nothing.... someone tell me what i need to do with this thing befor i push it off a cliff. i can drive in 4wd fine but its not fine to do.... i need fixed asap and just put all my $ into buying it

#267 of 387 transmission lurching by 2008explorer

Jul 08, 2010 (7:43 am)

Have a 2008 explorer limited. Took in to dealer this morning to address transmission lurching in low gear - usually near a stop or while accelerating. Also within the past week, the explorer started to stall - first time while in park, next several times while the car was actually driving (approx 30 mph). Any advice on what to discuss with dealer - I'm sure they'll call back and say nothing is wrong and I'm hallucinating.
 
Please note - I posted this same message in "starting and stalling" forum
 
Thanks for any help

#268 of 387 Re: transmission lurching [2008explorer] by kam327

Jul 08, 2010 (9:25 am)

Replying to: 2008explorer (Jul 08, 2010 7:43 am)
My '06 V8 lurches too. I'm very interested to hear what your dealer says since I've been thinking about taking mine in. I think I read before that it's a programming issue and they can reflash the software to fix it, or at least minimize it.

#269 of 387 2002 Ford Explorer transmission by pjford

Jul 13, 2010 (6:36 pm)

I have a 2002 Ford Explorer 6cyl 4.0l engine 4x4 XLT. My Transmission is shot and I'm looking for a best fit, used transmission from another vehicle. Could you tell me what make, model, and year vehicle that I could use as a replacement for my vehicle?
 
 Basically, can a 2002 Ford Explorer transmission be replaced with transmission from any other year?

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