[Shotimes] Strange ATX behavior

David P jpotter8@bellsouth.net
Thu, 17 Oct 2002 11:40:09 -0400


Tranny won't lock until it warms to temp. Sensor may be bad. More likely it
simply isn't warm enough yet.
Tranny shift seem normal for a Ford FWD ATX...

David P

95MTX



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From: "sho2go" <srfdude@cox.net>
To: <shotimes@autox.team.net>
Cc: <TechSHO@topica.com>
Sent: Thursday, October 17, 2002 11:17
Subject: [Shotimes] Strange ATX behavior


> My fairly new '95 ATX doesn't seem to shift into OD until 10-15
miles/minutes
> after driving somewhat sedately down the freeway, first time of the day.
The
> engine temp has long since stabilized, outside air temp ~70, what controls
> this final shift?  Does it take this long for the tranny to come to temp?
> Also, the kickdown at lower speeds (40-60) seems to leave a lot to be
desired,
> first a pause, then high engine revs, then a kick in the butt.  I still
have 3
> mos. left on my ext. warranty; is it time to use it, or will Ford tell me
this
> is normal?
> Mike
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