my son bought a 1996 cougar that felt like the transmition was slipping and we had the transmission flushed and it fixed it.
The Bands in the transmission are slipping/ the tranny is bad.
yes and it may cause damage to the transmission if filled too much.
No. A slipping transmission is caused by a low fluid level, or failure of friction parts inside the transmission. Though a failing Vehicle Speed Sensor(VSS) can cause symptoms that can make it appear that the transmission is slipping, even though it is not.
the transmission could be going out or slipping or your transmission fluid could be low
If the transmission is healthy and any/all adjustments are done properly there should be no slippage.
The primary cause for jerking on a 99 Mercury Cougar is the engine not getting enough fuel. This can be a sign of a clogged fuel filter, bad fuel pump, or clogged fuel injectors.
I was reading online that a common cause is the TR/MLP sensor (Transmission Range sensor, or Manual Lever Position sensor) You may want to look into that.
It could. When overfull the fluid can aerate, which will cause slipping and a loss of lubrication.
you dont need to cause it has a factory tachometer
The AT check signal light means that there is something is wrong with the transmission. A slipping transmission can be the cause of this.
Replace your transmission pump or get a new transmission.
probably the fuel pump?