How can I tell if my transmission is still running?
Accelerate slowly in drive and listen to whether the torque converter noise will get quieter as the vehicle moves forward. Place your foot on the brake with the engine in neutral and idling. Raise the rpm slightly over idle. Put the shift selector in drive, while maintaining pressure on the brake.
What does it mean when your transmission slams into gear?
When your transmission slams into gear it can be a sign of abnormal pressures, worn components or even a low fluid level. Start by checking your transmission fluid level and condition on the dipstick. If you find a low fluid level, ad BlueDevil Transmission Sealer and top off the fluid to get things back to normal.
Why is my transmission making a clunking noise?
Check the transmission cross member mount (rubber dampers) for excessive wear or splits. A noticeable vibration in the chassis frame during the heavy clunk will point more toward a defective transmission mount rather than a torque converter problem.
Can a bad check engine light be a bad TPS?
The check engine light will randomly turn on and off even if the car is running smoothly without any jerks and stalling. This is often the first ever symptom of a bad TPS. Using a code reader, you should be able to confirm whether a faulty TPS is the culprit or a different component.
Why does my transmission make noise when the engine is running?
If the noise is there only in gear with the drive wheels stationary and goes away in neutral, suspect the torque converter. There is an exception with the AOD transmission. The direct drum of an AOD is always turning while the engine is running.
Is there a fan club for the transvan?
Although the TransVan has many fans who avidly recall it from the days of bell bottoms and disco, there are no official TransVan fan clubs. Locating any written history about this beauty is difficult.
When does the transmission noise go away in a 4T60?
For example, a 4T60-E has a noise in neutral while stationary. The noise goes away when the transmission is in gear. Right away, you can rule out the torque converter. Since the pump is producing the same pressure in neutral as it is in gear, you can also rule it out.
Is the transvan a motorhome or a van?
A cross between a motorhome and a van conversion, the TransVan was in direct competition to the popular Chinook Class B motor home. Throughout its lifetime the TransVan was built on Ford, Dodge and Chevrolet chassis. The bold TransVan graphics were a great selling point but the low interior height wasn’t.