Ford f150 questions transmission problems cargurus. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the n neutral. Ford truck transmission problems were common on fseries models of the early and mid1990s. Determining if a lack of transmission fluid is an issue can be done by looking at. These reasons include poor engine performance, hydraulic problems, improper adjustments, mechanical malfunctions and computer malfunctions. Ford f150 transmission problems and repair descriptions. For the 20152017 ford f150, common problems range from interior mishaps to issues with functional components. Car complaints, car problems and defect information. There were no warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. View and download ford 2004 f150 owners manual online. The f150, the most popular variant from ford fseries, is a fullsize pickup truck from ford motor. This transmission is the subject of a massive number of lawsuits alleging ford lied in order to sell cars ford knew had defective transmissions. I have a 2004 ford f150 fx4 and ive been having a hopefully minor problem for the past 15k miles or so.
Transmission gear slipping problems of the 2004 ford f150. Likewise, f150s from this period and even earlier have had issues with the alternator belt, ball joints and suspension. Remanufactured ford f150 transmissions street smart. These trucks are getting older, and it is hitting the point that your 2004 silverado may be having. One of the common problems of a ford truck transmission is that the transmission fluid can get low very easily. Manual transmission problem of the 2004 ford f150 2. If your truck works as hard as you do, then youre going to need a permanent solution to your f150 transmission problems. Search from 335 ford f150s for sale, including a used 2004 ford f150 2wd regular cab lightning, a used 2004 ford f150 2wd. What are the most common problems with manual transmission. Just had my 2002, f150 with 60000 miles lose the sun gear weld broke this in turn destroyed the clutches, torque converter, and overdrive. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in p park or the manual transmission is in gear. Manual transmission problems can develop due to high mileage, abuse, or lack of proper maintenance. Like all things though, the transmission is susceptible to damage. These are the common problems of the ford f150 pickup truck from 2004 to 2008 with the 5.
The worst complaints are windows windshield, engine, and transmission problems. The 2004 ford f150 has 2 nhtsa complaints for the power train. Common ford truck transmission problems it still runs. While driving approximately 40 mph on normal road conditions, the overdrive switch was activated and the transmission slipped between gears. Ford f150 truck common problems 2004 to 2008 these are the common problems of the ford f150. The bulk of ford f150s and f250s are equipped with automatic gear boxes that require little to no maintenance. See good deals, great deals and more on a 2004 ford f150. These reasons include poor engine performance, hydraulic problems, improper adjustments. We have diagnostic walkthroughs and repair howtos that will keep your ford f150s gearbox humming smoothly. Truck is a 1st year proto that i purchased in summer of 96. The contact stated that there was a hole found in the muffler on the bottom which he noticed after seeing a puddle under the vehicle.
Truck shudders between 45 and 55 mph 2004 ford f150 fx4. If you have one of these ford f150s, or if you are thinking of buying. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired at the time of the. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Ford f150 transmission problems, repair how tos fordtrucks. The job of the clutch is to transfer power from the engine to the transmission. On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the.
This could be a quick and cheap fix, or could mean you need a new transmission. It guides you to diagnosis the problem of a ford pickup truck and provides you the best and cheapest solution. Automatic transmission problems of the 2004 ford f150. The first time was 207 with 42,000 miles on the vehicle. When a clutch slips, the engine will rev, but the car doesnt move as it. The 2004 chevy silverado was the 6th model year of the gmt800 platform truck. I own a 1989 f150 with a straight six 5 speed manual trans and 2wd. Diagnosing symptoms of a bad manual transmission axleaddict. At normal city driving speed, 4555 mph, big red thats her tends to shudder a bit.
When the overdrive was deactivated, the vehicle operated normally. See realworld ford f150 transmission problems and repair histories as reported by other ford f150 owners. Common issues with 19871996 ford f150 pickup trucks. Ford f150 truck common problems 2004 to 2008 youtube. Ford f150 2004 2005 2006 service repair manual click here to download the manual. Automatic transmission problems on ford f150s can be caused by any of five main reasons. Used ford f150 with manual transmission for sale cargurus. Ford f150 truck common problems 2004 to 2008 these are the common problems of the ford f150 pickup truck from 2004 to 2008. Everything that i am reading now said that this recall came out in april of 2016. Page 3 ford f150 forum community of ford truck fans. As with any repair, it is best to start with the simplest resolution first. Complete auto transmissions for 2004 ford f150 ebay. If you have one of these ford f150s, or if you are thinking of buying one, this video will. Common ford truck problems by year ford f150 issues.
Every manual available online found by our community and shared for free. I had serious transmission problems and had to have the transmission replaced. Most recent 2004 ford f150 recall on august, 2007, ford recalled 3,600,000 ford f150. Furthermore, the clutch on the manual transmission would not shift correctly. To achieve this, each street smart transmission remanufactured. I had a problem just like this earlier in the year where when running it wont shift into any gear with. This could be a quick and cheap fix, or could mean you need. Ford fseries transmission problems page 10 car forums. Transmission problem 2004 ford f150 v8 two wheel drive automatic hi my f150 has been having some shifting problems from. Using a properly formulated transmission fluid for your ford trucks f150 pickup can protect your vehicle from costly problems down the road.
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