2001 Ford Explorer vehicle runs back while the gear is in p

2001 FORD EXPLORER
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SPENCER WATTS
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2001 Ford Explorer 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

what must i do if i do not have a transmission problem, but when i put the vehicle in park it sometimes slips and runs back or runs forward depending on the slope ,and if i need to replace a part what is the name of that part?
Sep 29, 2010 at 5:50 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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The sprag gear is what holds the vehicle still when in park. It is in the rear of the transmission. However, I have never seen one go bad unless someone placed it in park while moving.

I would start by making sure the linkage to the trans is working properly.

Let me know what you find.
Joe
Oct 1, 2010 at 6:40 AM
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