1997 Dodge Ram Slipping while in drive

Tiny
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  • 1997 DODGE RAM
  • V8
  • 4WD
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  • 116,000 MILES
1997 Dodge 2500 has been slipping while in drive seems worse as you are slowing to a stop. Have replaced the speed sensors am just wondering if the overdrive button is bad or does the tranny need to be replaced or rebuilt
Saturday, July 24th, 2010 AT 5:39 PM

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Tiny
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If the transmission is slipping, either the clutches are worn, it could be low on trans fluid or the filter may be partially plugged.

Is the fluid clean and full?
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Saturday, July 24th, 2010 AT 10:35 PM
Tiny
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Yes it is full on fluid. The funny thing is if you manually shift this truck there is no problem, leads me to believe that this is an electronic problem not a tranny problem.
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Monday, July 26th, 2010 AT 8:49 AM
Tiny
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When you manually shift, bands are forced to assist to hold it in gear which may prevent some of the slipping
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Monday, July 26th, 2010 AT 10:41 PM

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