2002 Ford Explorer shifting

Tiny
SIVART.4
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  • 2002 FORD EXPLORER
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
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  • 78,000 MILES
My transmission is having trouble shifting in the lower gears. As it hesitates to shift in the lower gears the rmp rise to 3500 and as I first let off the gas pedal and then tap it, it will shift (as this happens the over drive light comes on and off very briefly). Is this a sensor problem and if so is it expensive?
Tuesday, December 1st, 2009 AT 2:06 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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It could be a shift solenoid. Since the light has come on, you may want to have the computer scanned. Most parts stores will do it for free.

If it is a shift solenoid, they are not too expensive.

LEt me know if you have other questions.

Joe
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Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009 AT 11:00 PM

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