i don't know if this is exactly an answer but I've noticed mine does that on cold mornings (around 32 degrees)
The selector lever.
An automatic transmission is a type of car transmission that shifts gears on its own. Therefore, cars with automatic transmissions will not have a clutch pedal and will have a selector lever as opposed to a shift knob.
It's below the gear selector lock button on the automatic transmission cosole shift
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Transmission hot, car on a level spot, selector in park.
To adjust the automatic transmission linkage on a 1991 Mazda MX-6, first, ensure the vehicle is on a level surface and the engine is off. Locate the linkage adjustment screw on the transmission, then shift the gear selector to the "Neutral" position. Loosen the adjustment screw slightly, then move the gear selector through all positions while ensuring the linkage moves freely before retightening the screw. Finally, check the gear operation to ensure proper adjustment.
To adjust the selector switch on a 1994 Ford automatic transmission, first, ensure the vehicle is in the "Park" position and the ignition is off. Locate the adjustment mechanism, which is typically found near the transmission linkage. Loosen the retaining bolts, align the switch with the proper gear position, and then tighten the bolts securely. Finally, test the selector switch to ensure it functions correctly through all gear positions.
That means the switch on the gearbox or lever is stuck for some reason.
You can find it about midways back under the vehicle, middle left hand side.
On a 2002 Ford Explorer : The automatic transmission gear selector lever is on the steering wheel column ( if you are asking about the automatic transmission fluid level dipstick , starting with the 2002 model year of the Ford Explorer four door , there isn't one )
The button on the end of your automatic transmission gear selector lever " P " " R " etcetera got pushed , push it again and that will allow the overdrive feature and the light will turn off
You could have a : ( C6 ) - 3 speed automatic transmission ( check the sticker on the end of the drivers door for the transmission code " K " or an ( E4OD ) - 4 speed automatic transmission ( code " E " ) Has an overdrive cancel switch on the end of the gear selector lever and displays P R N (D) 2 1