I have a 96 eddie 4.0 the transmission will engage into drive and reverse but when in drive wont shift it will do a max of like 30, I think its stuck in first, I believe it could be the modulator but let me kno what you think
Thanks

 

A modulator yes. Or a stuck servo. Have you ever had a fluid and filter change on the trans.? Can you start in low and manually shift it up?

 

fluid was changed but i dont believe the filter was and even if i manually shift ,it stays in the same gear. i recieved the car from a friend because he didnt want to deal with the trans problem.

 

Filter would have been the main point of changing the fluid. Anyhow do you know what color the old fluid was when it was drained? The modulator would be a good place to start - it is one think that controls shifting. (some modulators on dirrerent vehicles have a small actuating shaft in behind them - don't lose it if you put on a new one). The other thing is the servos. If your filter is clogged it will starve the servos of fluid and they won't shift. Also if they're repeatedly starved the rubber seals on them will eventually wear out - then you'll need new servos. Changing the filter would be a step in the right direction. If your fluid is nice and new and red - you may be able to catch it in a clean drain pan and pour it through a decent paint filter to remove any dirt/debris and reuse it. If the old fluid was brown or black when it was changed or now - you may end up having to rebuild the trans. for a lot less hassle.

 

thanx for the advice, the old fluid according to my knowledge was burnt which is the reason why they changed it, its not burnt at all now. Im hoping for an easy solution but it looks like my only option is gonna be a tranny shop, i was talking to some of the local mechanics that come into my job and i asked them about the modulator and they told me pretty much what you did except with an added dirty valve body wich means i should try a fluid and filter change.
once again thanks

 

I would like to discuss my outrage against Ford Motor Company regarding their lack of concern for consumers of the above vehicle. Shortly after purchasing this vehicle (new) I immediately noticed transmission issues. The vehicle was purchased 09/06. The transmission issue is that when the vehicle is at a full stop - it lunges back into 1st gear hard. If you dont have your foot on the brake you will most certainly go into the vehicle directly in front of you. This problem was reported to Ford immediately for this problem and has been in and out of the repair shop numerous times. The latest is Im not the only consumer having this issue there are hundreds of individuals experiencing the exact same issue. My last repair bill a week ago states this and I quote "There is no immediate solution to the problem.....our engineers at Ford are well aware of the problem and are trying to come up with an effective action to resolve this issue". However what they are doing is forcing people back into their defective and unsafe vehicles while they try and solve the problem. Ford is well aware of this issue and are not doing a damn thing concerning consumers safety. They are treating us like guinea pigs while they find a solution. There are currently (documented) 19 other individuals with the exact same make and model vehicle experiencing the exact same problem as I described. These individuals are concerned about their safety as well. The link to view this is www.carcomplaints.com/Ford/Explorer/2006/transmission

The Ford Motor Co. has turned an automotive backside to almost every customer complaining this transmission issue, leaving them the option or repairing the truck and keeping it or dumping the vehicle on the used-truck market.
More and more Ford mechanics and technicians are siding with consumers, charging that the troubled automaker is fully aware of a major flaw in Ford transmissions causing them to lunge forward and even go out of gearwithout warning.
The mechanics complain that Ford is covering up the defect while squeezing and short-changing technicians and mechanics tasked with repairing the problem for Ford consumers
Many previous Ford modelswere also prone to lunge forward or slip out of gear while parked, so if you buy one, park it outside and leave a brick under the wheel. And never leave children, pets or disabled people alone inside -- even for a minute. ...

]I personally wish some attorney would have the ***** to take this on as a class action lawsuit against Ford. The problem is not only blatant but their lack of sympathy and compassion for a consumers safety just blows me away. I have been in touch with Ford Relations as well and honestly they are a big joke. The only thing they state is that Ford is working on a solution. I have also filed complaints with the BBB and also The National Highway Safety Association. If any other consumers are experiencing this issue and would like to contact me directly please feel free to give them my e-mail address.