car started revving it's engine like it was in neutral?

2006 FORD TAURUS

110,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC

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I was driving home last night, and suddenly my car started revving it's engine like it was in neutral. The car rolled to a stop. I tried reverse and that didn't work either. There were no warning signs of transmission trouble prior to this. I haven't had a chance to check fluid yet, but could this just be low fluid? Or some other part failing?
Thanks in advance for your response.

Feb 21, 2015 at 9:24 AM

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HMAC300

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it could be either the transmission has failed or low on fluid or both however you should check the fluid level and condition (smell if it is burnt). I would flush the transmission which should help. Here is a generic guide to help you step by step with instructions in the diagrams below to show you how on your car.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-and-add-transmission-fluid

Fluid Types

Fluid Type .................... Mercon V Automatic Transmission fluid XT-5-QM
Capacities

Fluid Capacity .................... 13.7 qts (13.0L)

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Feb 21, 2015 at 10:04 AM