Noises During Shifting problems of the 2001 Ford F-150

Three problems related to noises during shifting have been reported for the 2001 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Ford F-150 based on all problems reported for the 2001 F-150.

1 Noises During Shifting problem

Failure Date: 09/15/2001

Automatic transmission failed while driving. Prior to this incident when changing gears transmission made a whining noise before it went into gear. This mainly occurred while reversing. A mechanic serviced vehicle several times for this issue, but no cause was found. Currently, vehicle is at the dealership for repairs. The transmission also hesitated when shifted into any gear.

2 Noises During Shifting problem

When gear shifter is put into reverse there is a thumping noise. When vehicle stops there is a thumping noise.

3 Noises During Shifting problem

While vehicle was downshifting transmission was making a noise . Vehicle was serviced. Consumer is now on third transmission. Please provide further information.




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