don't **** in overdrive and the speedmeter inaccurated

1989 FORD RANGER
154,000 MILES
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DAN2002
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put another transmission in and it don't shift in overdrive and the speedometer is 10 mph faster than you are really going. Brought the transmission at a salvage yard had to charge the bell houseing because the starter was mounted on the oppsite side.Its a 2.3 with a automatic transmission with overdrive. can you help is it the wrong transmission or do i need to change something.
Dec 19, 2011 at 2:55 AM
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RASMATAZ
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How's the transmission fluid level and condition?

Check and test the throttle position and vehicle position sensors and the electronic shift control module
Dec 19, 2011 at 3:51 AM
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