It MAY be related to the "downshift" linkage. Some vehicles use a linkage between the throttle body/carburater and the transmission. If the downshift linkage is adjusted wrong you could have the problem you are describing. On the other hand, if it's a computer controlled transmission, it could just be a sensor. But yes, it could also be a transmission problem.Have the transmission serviced. Complete fluid change and new filter. If that doesn't help, then take it to a professional.AnswerAnswer to my own question. I changed fluids, there were large broken pieces of metal in the pan. Took it to a shop, and there is no second gear, it was shifting from first to third. Victoria Transmission would rebuild one from old parts ($800) or a new rebuilt ($1300) and $500 to install or $100 from PicknPull and take a chance.
Will a 1997 Aerostar transmission fit in a 2000 ford ranger?
On a 1993 Ford Aerostar : The automatic transmission modulator is on the passenger side of the transmission ( it might be behind a heat shield )
The Bands in the transmission are slipping/ the tranny is bad.
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WHERE DO I PUT LUCAS TRANSMISSION FIX IN A 1992 AeroSTAR
For a manual transmission: 5.6 pints. For an automatic transmission: 19 pints.
Sam place you check it.
dipstick tube
On the rear of the engine on the passenger side
According to the 1997 Ford Aerostar Owner Guide : ( Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid is used as the power steering fluid )
where to put transmission fluid at in 93 ford areo star
Near where the motor and transmission connect