Transmission not working properly

2006 LINCOLN ZEPHYR
83,000 MILES • 3.0L • V6 • AUTOMATIC
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REECE1287
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I just got the car. Transmission is really jumpy and you really need to step on it but if you do the RPMs skyrocket.
Jun 23, 2021 at 8:44 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

This sounds like it is slipping internally or not shifting.

I would start by changing the fluid and the filter and see if it improves. It could be either low in fluid or the filter itself is clogged.

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

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-service-an-automatic-transmission

If it is an electronic issue, it will store a code. Is the check engine light on?

I attached pictures of the procedure below for the fluid and the filter. Let us know if you have any other questions.

Roy
Jun 24, 2021 at 2:26 AM
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REECE1287
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I will look into getting the fluid and filter changed. no, there isn’t any codes showing. Just some occasional jerking and almost like low power when struggling to get up hills.
Jun 24, 2021 at 5:32 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Okay, keep us updated with the results.

Roy
Jun 25, 2021 at 3:03 AM