What are the transmission problems on a Ford Taurus?

On two separate occasions vehicle commenced to accelerate while in gear, but vehicle would not move. Vehicle had been to the dealer, and they were unable to duplicate the problem. Consumer states transmission shifts hard from 1st to 2nd shift. Also the check transmission light comes on.

Why does the transmission go into reverse but not drive?

Transmission goes into reverse but not drive. ford transm… Q: Transmission goes into reverse but not drive. Well my car goes into reverse fine but not drive idk what’s wrong changed filter also

Why does my car not move when I put it in gear?

If when you put your vehicle into gear and it won’t move, this may be a problem with low transmission fluid due to a leak, the shifter, shifter cable, or it could even be a problem in the valve body of your automatic transmission.

Why is the torque converter on my Taurus not working?

The torque converter is suspect. They will be fine one second, and dead the next and often die without warning. The splines for the pump shaft wear out. Known issue on these as well as Windstars. On one Taurus it was clockwork.. 80k failed, 165k failed. Another Taurus 160k failed.

Why does my Ford Taurus not shift or engage?

But the interesting thing was I found a little known blog that said, disconnect the battery (clear the codes) and the transmission would still kick into gear, even when the transmission fluid was low. Evidently the torque converter, if it doesn’t catch too well or not at all, sends a message somewhere to not try at all.

What kind of transmission does a Ford Taurus have?

I have a 2004 Ford Taurus ses with a 24v duratec 3. 0l dohc engine and 4f50n transmission. My wife was pulling out of a parking lot on July 19, 2011 around mid-day, when the transmission lost all forward power. She stopped the car and tried the other gears with no result.

When does the transmission slip on a 2003 Ford Taurus?

The transmission slips around 45, and when making a sharp left at any speed. The contact owns a 2003 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that as the gear was shifted from park to drive, the gears slipped.

Why is my transmission not shifting to higher gears?

Other possibilities could be an engine related problem that will cause the computer to not allow the transmission to shift into higher gears. This condition can also be caused by low transmission fluid, contamination due to lack of maintenance or water intrusion, or internal wear and tear on the transmission parts inside the transmission.

How do you get under a Ford Taurus?

Use an automobile creeper to move around under the vehicle. Your Ford Taurus Owners Guide should also have information on the transmission, which the guides also refer to as the transaxle. If you don’t have your guide, find a copy for your year through the Ford Fleet link in Resources. Do not crawl under the vehicle without employing a jack stand.

What does it mean when your transmission solenoid is stuck?

If the trouble code is telling us that it’s stuck or an electrical problem, it is most likely a wiring or shift solenoid problem. A lot of the shift solenoid codes could be solved by trying to make a transmission fluid replacement or a carry out a transmission flush.

Why is fluid coming out of my transaxle?

Some 2000-2007 Taurus, 2000-2005 Sable, 2000-2003 Windstar, and 2004-2007 Freestar/Monterey vehicles, equipped with a 4F50N, AX4N, or AX4S transaxle, may exhibit an erratic fluid level reading on the transaxle dipstick and possible leaks around the filler tube and grommet. The condition may be due to a restricted transaxle vent.

How to check the transmission fluid in a Ford Taurus?

Check the fluid with the car RUNNING in park fully warmed up. Read the dipstick it will tell you where it should be. With the car off and the key in, foot on the brake pedal. Rapidly go through all of the gears. Sometime the PRNDL switch can get gummed up. How many miles are on the car and when was the last time the fluid and filter were changed?

What kind of gear linkage does a 2005 Taurus have?

I have a 2005 Ford Taurus se, was driving n outa the blue it was as if i nocked it into neutral. Pulled over an took a look…went through the gears testing each one…wouldn’t engage into any of them besides park. Idk if the gear linkage is has a striped gear so slipping….or trans is shot.

How much does it cost to change transmission on Ford Taurus?

It was $500 at a salvage yard but the garage charged me $700 plus $500 to install, thus the $1200. I hope it last. 15 people found this helpful.

Why does my transmission shift hard from 1st to 2nd gear?

The fluid gets dirty over time and when it does, it causes plenty of troubles. Hard shifting is one of them. If the color is dark brown or burnt, changing it is likely to solve this issue. Dirty transmission fluid. (Photo Source: procarreviews)

What does code p0171-system too lean mean?

Code P0171 – System Too Lean: Symptoms, causes, common problems, diagnostic. The OBDII trouble code P0171 – System Too Lean (Bank 1) means that the engine air-fuel mixture is too lean, or there is too much air and too little fuel.

What is the diagnostic code for bad throttle position sensor?

Using a code reader, you should be able to confirm whether a faulty TPS is the culprit or a different component. Diagnostic trouble codes P0120, P0121, P0122, P0123, and P0124 are what will commonly appear. The engine can stall for no reason and without any warning. This happens when the TPS gives incorrect information to the ECM.

What causes transmission to shift hard from 2nd to 3rd Rd?

Mind you, lack of adequate lubrication on transmission could cause rough shifting too. Fluid leakage is the next possible cause of transmission shifting hard from 2nd to 3 rd The transmission is a sealed system which needs to retain is fluid in it in other to function properly.

Why is it so hard to shift gears?

The automatic shifter has numerous sensors that regulator when and how the transmission changes gears. When anyone of this sensors is bad it hard to shift gear. So if the sensors fail to receive and send the right signal readings, shifting problems can occur due to the wrong signal transmission.

Why does my transmission shift hard after replacing the fuel filter?

Even experienced mechanics struggle to find out the exact reasons for this problem. The shifting hard problem can persist even after replacing the fuel filter and pressure control solenoids. Sometimes, it happens when the engine is cold and you try to kick it off right away without warming up first.

Is there anything wrong with my 2002 Taurus?

2002 Ford Taurus, 103,000 miles. No issues since I’ve had it (bought it with 84,000 miles on it), had it serviced three times since then. No indication that anything was wrong when changing from park to drive to reverse etc…the lever is in the steering column.

What to do when automatic transmission won’t shift into 3rd gear?

Check the Throttle Cables. Changing the fluid solves plenty of transmission issues but if the problem of automatic transmission won’t shift into 3rd gear persists, the parts you should check are the throttle cables. A defective cable with excessive slack is likely to create issues with smooth shifting of the gears.

How often should you change the transmission fluid on a Taurus?

Sometime the PRNDL switch can get gummed up. How many miles are on the car and when was the last time the fluid and filter were changed? Th is should be done AT LEAST every 60k on this car, but its better to do it every 30k. $100 every 30k will save you a big bill in the future. 25 people found this helpful.

What to do when Ford Taurus starts but doesn’t drive?

For normal driving, leave the transmission in overdrive. If the TCS button is pressed, the PCM will turn on the Transmission Control Indicator Lamp (TCIL), which is the O/D OFF overdrive light. This will prevent the torque converter from locking up or the transmission from going into 4th gear while driving.

Where is the Transmission Control switch on a Ford Taurus?

The Transmission Control Switch (TCS) is on the end of the gearshift lever, and is used to turn overdrive on and off. For normal driving, leave the transmission in overdrive. If the TCS button is pressed, the PCM will turn on the Transmission Control Indicator Lamp (TCIL), which is the O/D OFF overdrive light.

When does a Ford Taurus downshift to lower gear?

The transmission will downshift to a lower gear when the vehicle is slowing down, when an increase in the load on the transmission requires a higher gear ratio (as when driving up a steep hill), or when the accelerator pedal is floored (kickdown).

Why does my Ford Taurus have a flashing check engine light?

Crank/Cam Sensor- When the cam or crank sensors are not being read by the ECM/PCM, it’s impossible to get the ignition timing right. If you Taurus does start at all, it’ll run rough. It could be a more serious mechanical issue, such as as bent valve, bad lifter, etc….

What causes a Ford Taurus engine to misfire?

There are other misfire related codes as well, but those are the most common ones. Keeping in mind that any engine needs air, fuel, and spark for ignition, your Ford Taurus’s fuel system can often cause the engine to misfire. It can run too lean or rich.

Is the PTU on a Ford Taurus bad?

When did I buy a 2005 Ford Taurus?

Fotunately I had bought it as a cetified used car in 2005, warranty was still in effect. 47 people found this helpful. Thanks for the answers. I went to Ford and was quoted $2900.

What are transmission problems on a Ford Taurus?

Dealer found transmission cooler hose leak the emptied the entire amount of tranny fluid on the highway. 1 day to locate problem, 28 days to wait for a hose fitting part…. Noticed burnt oil smell under hood. Noticed oil toward back of engine bay. Dealer found PTU power take off unit to be bad which is a known problem on awd fords.

Why does my Ford Taurus engine not start?

There are a lot of issues that can cause your Taurus to crank, but not start. The engine needs air, fuel, and a spark in order to run. It is highly likely that if the engine is cranking, but not starting that it has thrown an OBDII code. It is definitely worth it to use an OBDII scanner to check and see if the engine has thrown any trouble codes.

Why is my Shift Solenoid not working properly?

Diagnosis is key when it comes to transmission problems, as various issues can cause similar problems. Trouble with wiring or sensors could be at fault instead. A faulty shift solenoid should be replaced. In some cases, the solenoid is integrated into the valve body and isn’t serviceable.

Why did my car converter shaft not work?

The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the converter and converter shaft had failed. The vehicle was repaired at the contact’s expense. The manufacturer would not provide any assistance. The failure recurred and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer. The converter and converter shaft had failed again.

Are there any problems with the 2004 Ford Taurus?

11 problems related to automatic transmission have been reported for the 2004 Ford Taurus. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 Ford Taurus based on all problems reported for the 2004 Taurus.

Are there any recalls on the Ford Taurus?

Dealer found PTU power take off unit to be bad which is a known problem on awd fords. Replaced free and would have been 2400$ if warranty hadnt covered. The fuel pump recall was performed along with the front axle TSB for clinking. Its been a few months since the repair, but something still seems loose in the front end. Half-shaft recall performed.

What to do about a Ford Taurus transmission problem?

TSB 10-12-11 removed the valve separator plates, removed check ball and reassembled topped off w/fluid, reprogrammed the PCM. Still jerking from 1st to 2nd gear.

What are the transmission problems on a Ford Taurus?