ford class A transmission

[richard_123]

Transmissih only wants to down shift once when tap on accerator, but will shift down if manually use selector lever. What are some issues that could cause this? Its f53 chassis, v-10 engine, 2009 Adventurer.

[64thunderbolt]

replace the valve body on that 4r100 with one from John Wood automotive or BTS transmissions. Wood is in Ca & Brian's is in Ar. Both guys build killer trans % valve bodies. Tell them how you want it to shift and they will tune it accordingly. Love my JW. They can give you quick but not harsh shifts which will reduce temps, lengthen clutch life. Will pay for it's self in extending the life of the trans. If you ever do need a rebuild DO NOT let them mess with the vb. Keep the one you bought. Much better & safer than a cheep shift kit. Might have the trans flushed and see if that helps. Is the overdrive light flashing? could also be a selenoid issue.

[time2roll]

My F150 was recently doing similar. Valve body needed rebuilt.
Although mine is a different transmission, 4R70W.