No reverse?

Good morning.

Reverse has no electronics involved in the application. If you do not have reverse, you have an internal failure in the unit.

It will have to be removed and inspected for the failure.

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

Do you have any codes set? It sounds like you may have a gear range sensor that is out but to be sure lets run down these guides to help us fix it.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Please run down these guides and report back.

When was the last time you changed the fluid and filter?

Roy

I was backing out of my parking space at work when I heard a loud pop. I got out to check for whatever it was I ran over, but nothing was there. I backed out and drove my truck home with no problem. Ten minutes later, when I tried to back out of my garage, the truck would not go into reverse. It drives fine and the other gears shift smoothly. One mechanic said the transmission isnt the problem, I need a complete rear end/drive axle (?). Another mechanic said I need to have the transmission rebuilt. Which is more likely? And is a 7 yr old truck with such high mileage worth the repair?

More likly the tranny, if it goes in drive and moves, the rear axle, thu it might need work, isnt the reason for lost reverse! Rebuilding transmissions today runs 2-3 thousand dollars...you call, you know the history...

Transmission problem
2000 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic

I put the transmission in reverse and its the same as neutral. All other gears work. There were no preceding incidents it just happened

Check the following: fluid level, shift linkage, low line control pressure, filter assembly (plugged), valve body (sticking valves), incorrectly tightened valve body bolts (cross-leaks), low-reverse servo (damaged), pump assembly, low-reverse clutch and low-reverse clutch band.

Transmission problem
2000 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

my ford explorer 2000 just stop goin backward, when i put it on reverse, it goes forward but everything else is ok with it, it just won't go backward, please help me, what can it be, i hope that i dont have to get a new transmission

Has the check engine light come on? THere is a transmission control module (TCM) on the transmission. Its own computer that could be causing this. However, it will usually set a code.

Let me know.
Joe

no the engine light didnt come on but the overdrive light came on

for some reason my explorer wont reverse, it shifts into all of the other gears fine, it also shifts into reverse but when i hit the accelerator i only get engine reving. All in all the car wont budge, its been a serious hassle with parking , u-turns, etc. I was told if could be the lever arm but it seems to be in place. thanks for any advice

Honestly, it could be a linkage issue; however, if all the other gears work properly, there is a slim chance that is the problem. Did this happen all at once?

yea, i woke up and tried to back out of a parking spot and it just wasnt working. there wasnt ever a problem with a reverse prior to this situation. im hoping i wont need a transmission replacement

Something tells me it is the low reverse band. It may have broken.

ok, thanks,would you happen to know about how much those cost?

The part should be under 100.00, but the trans needs removed and torn down to replace it. Since I'm not there, have a trans tech double check it before recommending they just jump into it.

1999 Ford Explorer

hi there, a friend of ours has a 1999 ford explorer.... the vehicle move in drive but does not move in reverse....is it a transmission problem or can it be something else?

Chances are there is a problem within the valve body in the transmission. The clutch pack for first gear is the same one used for reverse. If it is going into drive but not reverse, my first guess is the valve body.

no reverse large clunk when ii originally put it in reverse then nothing. I had the fluid and filter replaced and the neutral safety switch. Found two small cylindrical bearings in the pan. Does it need a complete rebuild?

Hi there,

You do have to get this transmission stripped down, not sure what the bits are that you found but it will not be good news, best get it seen to and do not drive in forward as metal particles will be deposited around the transmission causing further damage if left to long.

Mark (mhpautos)

this explorer does not have reverse i was thinking maybe filter and fluid but im also thinking that maybe the transmission is going what do you think

There is no question about it, this is a transmission issue. If you can get someone in there to rebuild it that would correct the issue. When the reverse goes out it is because that drum is bad. However this is not an easy task to tackle because it requires getting in to the transmission. Hope this helps.

Yesterday, as we were backing out of the driveway, the truck just stop going in reverse after goiing in reverse for about 20 feet. It will go into drive, but not reverse.

[quote:ec91593f7f="tiger2020"]Transmission problem
1998 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 84000 miles

Yesterday, as we were backing out of the driveway, the truck just stop going in reverse after goiing in reverse for about 20 feet. It will go into drive, but not reverse.[/quote:ec91593f7f]

When driving forward, does the transmission shift through all of the gears? Does it operate normally otherwise? If so, you probably have a broken rear band. This would be an internal problem that would require transmission disassembly to repair.

Transmission problem
1998 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic

no reverse-forword gears good

Hi there,

This is a common problem, i see this question posted here often, nearly all are a internal transmission mechanical failure, you should get this to a transmission specialist, toe it in do not drive as you may do more damage, first thing that they should do is scan the ECU and make sure that it is not an electrical problem, best to make sure first.

Mark (mhpautos)

Transmission problem
1998 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic

Good afternoon, I just had my transmission repaired at a local shop. The reverse band had broke. Now it is slamming into reverse. The shop says that it has something to do with a ground problem between the computer and the tranny. Could this be the problem or is he BSin me???

Before I read that you had it repaired, I was thinking of the tcm (Trans Control Module). However, he may have not properly adjusted the band that he replaced. Since the work was just done, I would ask him to recheck that he properly adjusted the band.

Let me know what you find.

Joe

The transmission was repaired by a proper tranny shop, so I would imagine that the band was adjusted properly. Where is the trans control module located??

I found this TSB. Take a look at it and let me know if you experience any of the problems.

TSB data for: 1998 FORD EXPLORER
Bulletin Number: 9987
Sequence Number: 621290
Date: 19990527
Component Name: 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
Make: FORD
Model: EXPLORER
Year: 1998
Summary:
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HARSH DOWNSHIFT FROM 3RD TO 1ST GEAR WHILE STOPPING, HESITATION AFTER ACCELERATION FROM STOP AND / OR LACK OF POWER AFTER ACCELERATION FROM STOP ON VEHICLES WITH 4.0L OR 5.0L ENGINES.

As far as the TCM, I believe it is mounted on the transmission.

Recently, my car can't reverse smoothly, specially in morning, first time reverse car. I have to wait 20-30 seconds to get revese force after engine starts. After I drive a while, if I try to reverse again, it is fine, or just wait 1-2 seconds to get reverse force.

Hi:
Chances are the o-rings and seals are getting hard. As a result, the trans fluid bypasses the seal. Thus, it takes longer for it to shift. As the vehicle warms us, they soften and start working again.

Ask at the local parts store of they have something that will take care of it. Let me know what you find.

Joeeeee

Transmission problem
1998 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic 140k miles

my truck has no drive but it will go into reverse right away

Has the check engine light come on? Also, is the ATF full and clean?

Let me know. THis sounds like an internal problem, but I just want to know about the questions I asked.

Joe

there was nothing wrong with the vehicle at all we heard a grinding noise on the way back from Walmart in the rear end of the car or so it seemed from the inside we get home and Park next morning we get up to back out of the driveway the car starts backing up and then slam stop as if it hit something will not going to reverse it all. the car will still go forward but it will not go in reverse what do I need to fix this problem besides taking to a transmission shop

Hello,

It sounds like the rear differential has gone out. To be sure lets jack up the rear of the vehicle and remove the drive shaft. here are two guides to help you do the job:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/jack-up-and-lift-your-car-safely

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-remove-a-drive-shaft

once the drive shaft is off see if you can turn the pinon yoke it should move both ways easily. Can you please shoot a quick video with your phone so we can see what's going on? that would be great. You can upload it here with your response.

Transmission problem
1998 Ford Explorer Four Wheel Drive Automatic

Can please tell me what wron with my truck it won't let me back up?

I could try tohelp but need more information. Does it drive all right going forward? When put in reverse what does it do and does it make any noise. How long has this been going on? Have any work been done on the transmission? With you just saying it won't back up does not give me a lot to work with.
Get back to me.
Mike