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Tiny
WADDELLAW
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  • 2001 FORD RANGER
  • 2.5L
  • 4 CYL
  • RWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 150,000 MILES
I've been having a problem. When I press gas to accelerate my rpms shoot up without actually accelerating then my car slams into gear and jerks hard. It has occurred twice over a 2 year period for a couple weeks each time and then stops and runs fine. What's the problem?
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Friday, January 17th, 2014 AT 3:39 PM

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Tiny
HMAC300
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Hello,

This is common when the fluid level becomes low you may have a leak check out this guide to see if it helps.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/automatic-transmission-problems

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-service-an-automatic-transmission

Please run down these guides and report back.
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Tuesday, May 4th, 2021 AT 9:38 AM
Tiny
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I serviced the unit, seems to be better, thanks for your help.
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Tuesday, May 4th, 2021 AT 9:38 AM
Tiny
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Nice work, we are here to help, please use 2CarPros anytime.
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