f150 trans problem

[blaster12s]

so i have a 93 f150 and recently it has been shifting very hard from 1st to 2nd (automatic trans) is there anything i can do to prevent failure or is just a ticking time bomb.

[Ruby Soho]

not really, change the trans fluid/filter that might help alittle.

[Kickstarts-suck]

What trans? E4OD?

Pull codes first.

Could be the TPS, MLPS, or the rear ABS. Very common on the E4OD.. Been there done that :ermm:

Also is the OD off light flashing?

[CJM]

Pull codes, check fluid-does it look like tar and smell burnt=bad. Could try changing fluid too.

[blaster12s]

also check engine light went on at the same time.

[CJM]

Def check the codes if the CEL came on.

[Kickstarts-suck]

This will help you if you haven't ever pulled codes before.

http://fordfuelinjection.com/?p=13


Or if your not good at counting flashes pick up an Equus 3145 code scanner for like $25

[wilkin250r]

AND, if you're clunking or banging during a shift, check other possible causes other than transmission. Bad or worn U-joints, as well as too much slop in the rear differential, could also create noise during shifting. I've seen both of these problems on early 90s fords.

[bbender85]

Originally posted by Kickstarts-suck
This will help you if you haven't ever pulled codes before.

http://fordfuelinjection.com/?p=13


Or if your not good at counting flashes pick up an Equus 3145 code scanner for like $25


autozone will pull codes for free too.

[blaster12s]

ok, the old man is bringing home a scaner tonight hopefully.

[Kickstarts-suck]

Originally posted by bbender85
autozone will pull codes for free too.

IDK about where everyone else is but auto parts stores only scan OBD2 around here. For OBD1 your on your own.

[blaster12s]

yuup i only have an obd 2 scanner and none of the local places have ob 1's so im in the hunt for a shop that will do it for free.