if you have an aw4 trans you should try cleaning your trans range switch there are instructions and pics on line it might fix you problem new trans range switch is around 200+$ all you need to clean and fix it is electrical cleaner and dielectric grease about 12$ and a little time
There is a problem with the valve body in the automatic transmission. It may stay like that, or it may get worse - no accurate prediction can be done without pulling the transmission apart to see what the cause is.
You Check the Transmission fluid by pulling the transmission reseviour dipstick. It is located near the Firewall under the air ducting that goes to the intake. It has loop for a handle.
You can manually roll up a power window by pulling on it. You can also remove the door panel and pull the window up.
It is by all means better, and easier to change the clutch & pressure plate by pulling the transmission. Just remember to "block up your engine" before pulling the transmission.
That means the torque converter will not start pulling until the engine reaches 2800 RPMS. Nother words transmission will not start pulling.
No, pulling the transmission is not required.
If the handle is broken, then you'll have to manually open it. If the locking mechanism is frozen, you will have to manually open it. Generally that means pulling the back panel off and pulling the latch cables by hand. Sequoia forums have detailed information on how to remove the rear panel - fairly simple.
No you do not, you can leave the transmission were it's at. Just put a jack under the transmission to keep it from falling out.
There are several things that can cause your transmission to slip, while first pulling out. The most common cause is a worn drive gear.
No, but it could cause higher then average wear on the transmission.
There is also the possiblitly of the valve body gasket blowing out and causing loss of vacuum in the tranny. That is what happened to mine @ 100,000 miles. Transmission problems are best left to a pro. The basic thing you should concern yourself with is the transmission fluid. A higher, or lower level can cause shifting problems. Or of course, if the transmission fluid is dark or burnt, that can mean transmission problems too. But make sure the level is ok. If the fluid is ok, i'd get it inspected at a trusted transmission shop. Usually problems in transmissions start small, and if you catch them they can be remedied. Best of luck.
Pulling a trailer requires more energy than carrying a heavy load.