You are probably screwed, but at least have the fluid and
filter changed.

Ed

Michael Hill wrote:
>
> Hi all,
>
> My '91 Ford Explorer is having some transmission problems.
>
> I noticed over the past couple months that when I shift from 'park' to
> 'O' that it took the transmission a second or two to engage instead on
> engaging instantly.
>
> Then the other day I was driving and while pulling out into the street
> and merging with traffic then transmission dis-engaged from the engine
> and the engine rpm increased. I downshifted into the '2' gear and the
> transmission re-engaged. I headed back home because of this and then the
> tranamission disengaged again from the '2' gear. I shifted again to the
> '1' gear where I slowly drove back home.
>
> Anyone know what may be the problem? Are there any adjustments I can
> make or does it sound like I am screwed and need another one?
>
> Mike