Automatic Transmission Up Or Downshift, Or Engagement Concerns
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Pickup, 2003 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2003 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2003 Ford Excursion, and 2003 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Check Transmission Fluid
Ensure engine is at normal operating temperature. Check transmission fluid level and condition while engine is running and transmission in Park or Neutral. If fluid is okay, go to next step. If fluid level is low or fluid needs to be changed, service transmission as necessary. - Check Automatic Transmission
To diagnose automatic transmission, see appropriate DIAGNOSIS article in AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS.