1995 Ford Taurus

180,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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RNEWMYER
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it will not shift out of 2nd into drive it will only go about 30 mph it also will not keep the battery charged and it overheats
Apr 13, 2010 at 3:08 PM
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BMRFIXIT
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Not shifting
Check tranny fluids
Check for codes and suspect internal tranny issue
Overheating
Check coolant and pressure check coolant system for leaks
Check thermostat and coolant fan operations
Check for codes
suspect and check headgasket
Battery draining overnight
Check and test battery
Check trunk and interior light if on after exiting the car
Check driver door switch
Perform battery drain test
Apr 13, 2010 at 10:14 PM
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