Transmission does work in forward gears?

160,000 MILES • 4.9L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ROBERT VARVEL
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Transmission only has park, reverse, and neutral, won't go forward.
Dec 13, 2023 at 3:29 AM
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DR LOOT
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It sounds like the forward clutch pack is bad. When's the last time you serviced the transmission? The transmission should be serviced every third oil change.
Dec 13, 2023 at 10:33 AM
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STRAILER
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We should run the codes because it sounds like the first gear shift solenoid is not working, this guide can help, and I have included how to change the shift solenoid out in case a code is present for it.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

This guide may help as well:

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

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Dec 14, 2023 at 5:34 AM
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