Table 1 shows three common power train related problems of the 1997 Ford Crown Victoria. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission torque converter (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Automatic Transmission problems | |
| Automatic Transmission Torque Converter problems | |
| Automatic Transmission Park/neutral Start Switch problems |
Experiencing vibration-shudder during 2-3 upshift. This is occurring with the fdq 4r70w. The original 4r70w had to be replaced around 50,000 miles. Read details...
At 19 thousand miles transmission was replaced due to a torque converter which need replacing. Also, at 42 thousand and 47 thousand miles transmission was rebuilt. There is a TSB dealing with same type of problem. Dealer has made repairs, and noted the problem was common. Read details...
When electronic transmission is shifting vehicle begins to shutter in between gears. Ford has been contacted. Read details...