first starting up in the morning it takes the transmission several seconds(4-5) before shifting into gear?

1997 FORD RANGER
60,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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46DENNIS
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When first starting up in the morning it takes the transmission several seconds(4-5) before shifting into gear-forward or reverse. It seems to be better the rest of the day after it has been used once.
Nov 19, 2009 at 10:55 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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There are rubber o-rings that get dried out and harden over the years. As a result, when they are cold, the fluid can bypass them taking it a few seconds for the trans to shift into the selected gear. There are products that are made to soften the o-rings and help them work more efficiently. You may want to try that.

Let me know if it helps.
Dec 1, 2009 at 11:54 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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I hope it helps. Let me know in the future. I'm not allowed to suggest brands, but you got a good one.

Take care and I hope it helps.

Joe
Dec 3, 2009 at 1:06 PM
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