Engine shuts off when transmission in put into drive or reverse

Tiny
ZONERGIRL
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  • 2003 FORD MUSTANG
  • 4.3L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 175,896 MILES
Car will start up but stalls out when put in drive or reverse. What can be the problem?
Wednesday, February 21st, 2018 AT 7:40 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

It sounds like you have a transmission torque converter that is out. Does the car stall abruptly when put in gear? Can you make a quick video and upload it here so we can see?

Please let us know.

Cheers, Ken
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Thursday, February 22nd, 2018 AT 12:25 PM

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