1998 Ford Contour Car will go in reverse but not forward

1998 FORD CONTOUR
108,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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GENENOTLEPER
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The car was idling at a fast food place 2 days ago. When I went to push the gas, it was like it was in neutral. I switched to 1st gear and back to drive, and it worked. Yesterday, driving in town, i stopped at a corner, and it would not go forward. It will go in reverse, but all forward gears will not work. We have not changed the tranny fluid in a couple of years, but other than that don't know if the tranny is totally shot or a clogged filter.

Thanks.
Aug 2, 2009 at 5:07 PM
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TRANSMAN1
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If Car moves in reverse it would not be a plugged filter If filter is plugged it would restrict fluid pressure in all ranges. Check fluid for color and smell if it has a burnt odor and dark color other than like red cool aid it is most likely a internal problem .Which would require a professional to Repair.
Jan 6, 2010 at 7:03 PM