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My tranny is scaring me

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Old 12-23-2006, 11:03 PM
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My tranny is scaring me

Ok guys, I've a little problem with my tranny. My torque converter normally locks up at about 48-50 when i'm easy on it and stays locked until I let out. Just recently it started either unlocking or slipping. I can't tell which, but I believe its unlocking because when i'm running at 55 its normally locked. Now it goes in between lock and no lock (or so i think) cruising with no load. I read a thread about the tps last night saying that the contacts can get dirty and cause a similar problem. Has anyone on here experienced the same type of problem?

I've got a 96 4x4 auto with airaid, 100 plate in stock position, and pretty much no exhaust, and 100k miles. Am I already toasting the tranny?
Old 12-23-2006, 11:34 PM
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I had the same problem recently. Felt like the truck didn't want to stay in OD. Went ahead and replaced the TPS and no more problems.
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My truck did the same thing and it was the tps. Before you open the tps check the voltage and and adjust if necessary. All mine needed was a adjustment. I adjusted mine about a year ago and it still works fine.

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Do a search on TPS adjustment or TPS cleaning. You will get a ton of info on maintaining the TPS. Don't ever forget the search option here, a lot of info there.
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