Automatic Transmission Column Shift problems of the 1997 Ford Taurus

Two problems related to automatic transmission column shift have been reported for the 1997 Ford Taurus. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Automatic Transmission Column Shift problem

Failure Date: 02/22/2001

Shift cable broke. Manufacturer has been notified.

2 Automatic Transmission Column Shift problem

Failure Date: 10/15/2000

Transaxle had internal parts failure. Transaxle made a loud noise, then vehicle would not move in drive or reverse.




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