2001 Dodge Ram Transmission Problem

JAYRES11

MEMBER
2001 DODGE RAM
5.9L
V8
4WD
AUTOMATIC
192,000 MILES

My transmission on my truck has been acting up here lately. Most of the time it will either shift from second into third on its own or I am able to do it dropping down into second and then putting it back into drive from shifting off the column. This morning I went on my way on to work and it wouldn't shift at all going from second to third whether the truck doing it or myself. As I was trying to drive home I couldn't go any faster than 25 mph without it shooting to about 4000 rpm's and acting like it was in over drive. So what I'm wanting to know is. Is my transmission totally done for or is it as simple as reconnecting the battery or changing the fluid and filter? I know its tough without looking at it but any information helps. Thanks.

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CARADIODOC

MECHANIC
33,737 POSTS

The first thing to look at is if it uses a cable from the throttle body down to the transmission. If it does, check if that cable is sticking. That is what raises the shift points related to accelerator pedal position. If it sticks, all the shift points will be too high, just as though you were under heavy acceleration.