Transmission not functioning properly

1994 FORD THUNDERBIRD
160,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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TOD ALAN WILSON
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Not shifting out of second gear, transmission fluid bubbly.
Jul 19, 2019 at 4:42 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

The first thing I would do is change the fluid and the filter. The filter may be clogged with debris.

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

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-service-an-automatic-transmission

Try this and see what happens.

Roy
Jul 19, 2019 at 6:42 AM
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TOD ALAN WILSON
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Thanks, will do, I'll get back with results.
Jul 19, 2019 at 6:46 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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You are welcome.

always glad to help.

Roy
Jul 19, 2019 at 6:51 AM
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