What causes a Ford F-150 transmission to shudder?
Ford F-150’s built with the 6R80 transmission have another common issue to look out for. The first is a damaged torque converter which will require a transmission rebuild to replace it. The second problem is a malfunctioning transmission fluid pump, which will require replacement.
When does a 2004 F-150 SuperCab Shudder?
My 2004 f-150 supercab 4wd, 83,000 miles, has started to shudder when you turn left or right from a dead stop, if you go straight it does not do it. It feels like it is in rear end but probably isn’t.
Is the 2004 F150 plug replacement a horror show?
Besides, I hear that the 2004 F150 Plug replacement is a horror show due to the plugs being notorious for breaking. Other than the shudder, the truck runs perfectly. Tester July 5, 2016, 11:55pm #2 The shudder might be caused from torque converter clutch shudder. The speeds you indicate is where the torque converter clutch should engage.
What should the transmission fluid be in a Ford F-150?
Taking a short trip beforehand to warm up the transmission is recommended. If the fluid is low, top it off using the proper fluid and then check for leaks. If it’s way too high, consider draining some fluid from the pan. Figure 1. Your transmission fluid should be in this range when warm (approx 150°F to 170°F).
Ford F-150’s built with the 6R80 transmission have another common issue to look out for. The first is a damaged torque converter which will require a transmission rebuild to replace it. The second problem is a malfunctioning transmission fluid pump, which will require replacement.
Taking a short trip beforehand to warm up the transmission is recommended. If the fluid is low, top it off using the proper fluid and then check for leaks. If it’s way too high, consider draining some fluid from the pan. Figure 1. Your transmission fluid should be in this range when warm (approx 150°F to 170°F).
Besides, I hear that the 2004 F150 Plug replacement is a horror show due to the plugs being notorious for breaking. Other than the shudder, the truck runs perfectly. Tester July 5, 2016, 11:55pm #2 The shudder might be caused from torque converter clutch shudder. The speeds you indicate is where the torque converter clutch should engage.
What was the problem with the Ford F-150 transmission?
The first time it was in 3rd gear and downshifted into 1st at about 30 mph while trying to accelerate. The second time it was in 5th gear going downhill and the transmission shuddered then dropped into 1st gear at about 40mph.
Can a transmission Shudder be a bigger problem?
This is easily overlooked by mechanics and many times can be mistaken for bigger problems in your transmission that bring with it large and unnecessary repair bills as a result. Transmission shudder is often considered to be much worse than it is when people don’t actually know what’s going on.
Why does my car shudder when I Shift?
It usually occurs when you’re shifting into overdrive or when you are already in overdrive but pushing the vehicle a little like going up a hill or some such. What Causes Transmission Shudders?
Why does my Ford Flex shudder when I stop?
The initial gripe was, once and a while, at a stopped position in DRIVE, when the accelerator was pressed, the engine would slightly gain RPM, but move as if it was in 13th gear! This happened a couple of times over the past year. NOW….while driving at ANY speed, the transmission will shudder with a vibration and lack acceleration.
What kind of transmission does a F150 have?
The transmission is a vital part of your F150’s engine, it changes the gears and transfers the engine’s power to the wheels. There are two different kinds of transmissions: automatic and manual. Automatic transmissions do the work on their own, while manual transmissions rely on the driver.
What causes the transmission to shudder in overdrive?
One mechanic thinks changing the torque-converter would solve this issue. Ford sold me a small tube of, Motorcraft additive friction modifier, which did not work, or maybe I have not given it sufficient time. Any ideas is appreciated. Overdrive is the last state or gear ratio of the trans. Any vibration in any other gear?
What causes the torque converter in a Ford truck to shudder?
If you have had the fluid replaced in the past or have added fluid, you should double check that the correct fluid was used. Improper fluid will cause the torque converter to shudder as well, normally once the transmission is warm.