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Are there any issues with the transmission of the 2002 Ford F150?

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Laurie Klein

Ford F-150 owners have experienced common transmission problems like tough shifting, loss of overdrive, gear failures, shifting issues, and clunking or vibrating in overdrive. To maintain optimal transmission performance, it is advised to change the transmission fluid every 60,000 miles. For towing or extended road trips, it is recommended to check and replace the fluid every 45,000 miles due to increased usage. If you encounter transmission issues like slipping, shuddering, or jerking while accelerating, promptly bring your truck to a service center to prevent significant transmission damage.

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  • Paul F

    Common issues experienced with the Ford F-150 include challenges with shifting, specifically hard shifting and loss of overdrive, as well as gear failures, shifting problems, and potential transmission issues or failures.

  • Jonathan C.

    My 2002 Ford F-150 is not able to go in reverse or overdrive, even though it operates normally in other gears. I already replaced the filter and fluid, which appeared to be in good condition, so what could be the issue?

  • Ava F.

    After starting the car, it takes a few minutes to accelerate smoothly. Sometimes it pauses briefly before resuming a smooth acceleration. Shifting gears is easy and smooth without any issues.

  • George L

    Change the solenoid that controls the gear shifting. Investigate the error code that is being generated.

  • Larry Henson

    Disconnect the positive cable from the battery. Allow 10 minutes to pass, then attach the positive cable to the vehicle's chassis ground. Reconnect the positive cable to the battery. Ready to hit the road!

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