shift problem on M5OD

[swamprat]

I have this posted in F150 forums also


1995 f150 with 300 M5OD This morning on the way to work I was stoped at a traffic light. When the light turned gree I put in first and nothing. Put in second and nothing. Put it in third and was able to slowly take off. Luckily I didnt have to stop till I got to work. In the parking lot I was able to put in in first and move. On way home I had first but no second for the first few lights then I had no first or second. I got truck home and have first again, still no second. Pulled the shifter out and it looks fine and couldnt see anything that jumps out at you. I did notice the pin on the left side of hole where the stick goes in is loose. could this be the problem?

 

[BlackBII]

Does it 'feel' like it's going into gear when you move the shifter?

If so, I'd suspect a clutch with some slipping problems.....

 

[swamprat]

It feel like it is. It works fine in 3 and 4. Just came back in. I got it in second but it is farther back than normal. shifter almost hits seat

 

[Hopman]

See if the linkages are out of wack. Maybe something loosened up.

 

[dorman68]

Sounds you have worn out shifter pivot bushings. See the attached link. This kit solved a similar issue to yours on my neighbor's ranger.



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