What causes my 88 ranger 2.9 auto transmission to stop pulling start again stop again?

1. What transmission is in a 1988 Ford Ranger?
2. Where is the inertia switch on a Ford Ranger?
3. How often should you change transmission fluid Ford Ranger?
4. Why does my Ford Ranger stall?
5. What transmission is in 1989 Ford Ranger?
6. How do I reset my inertia switch?
7. Should inertia switch be up or down?
8. Why you should never change transmission fluid?
9. What type of transmission fluid does a Ford Ranger use?
10. Does changing transmission fluid help shifting?
11. Why does my Ford Ranger shut off when I stop?
12. Why is my Ford Ranger losing power?
13. Why is my Ford Ranger shaking?

What transmission is in a 1988 Ford Ranger?

Automatic transmission 1988 Ranger 6 Answers

I have 1988 FORD Ranger XLT with the 2.9 V6 engine, automatic 4 speed overdrive A4LD transmission.

Where is the inertia switch on a Ford Ranger?

You can find the inertia switch, which is also known as the fuel pressure inertia switch (FPIS), on Your Ford Ranger's passenger foot area, under the dash, near the front edge of the carpet.

How often should you change transmission fluid Ford Ranger?

Every 100,000 miles: Change engine coolant and inspect accessory drive belts. Every 150,000 miles: Change automatic transmission fluid and filter, change front axle fluid, change rear axle fluid, and change transfer case.

Why does my Ford Ranger stall?

The Ford Ranger V6 is known for a rough idle, engine stalling, loss of power, and misfires, accompanied by the check engine light. The intake manifold O-ring gaskets commonly leak, which creates a large vacuum leak.

What transmission is in 1989 Ford Ranger?

Details about 1989 Ford Ranger 2.3 Manual 5 Speed Transmission M5R1.

How do I reset my inertia switch?

Press down the rubber reset button on the top of the inertia switch. 3. Turn the ignition switch to position 'II', pause for a few seconds, then return the key to position '0'.

Should inertia switch be up or down?

The only time the inertia switch should trip is during a collision. ... With the inertia switch in the open position, the red button is raised up. It is not supplying power to the fuel pump in this position. When the reset button is pushed in (or down), then the inertia switch will let the voltage flow to the fuel pump.

Why you should never change transmission fluid?

If you don't change your transmission fluid frequently, the dirty fluid will not serve as an effective lubricant and it won't disperse heat well. This will cause wear and tear on the clutches and other parts of your transmission.

What type of transmission fluid does a Ford Ranger use?

FRAM Mercon® V ATF is for use in Ford vehicle transmissions and transaxles.

Does changing transmission fluid help shifting?

If you catch a shifting issue very early, a transmission fluid flush can sometimes fix shifting issues. The fresh fluid helps clutch discs and steel discs bond and hold without slipping. The seal conditioners in the new fluid help soften the clutch piston lip seals so they seal better.

Why does my Ford Ranger shut off when I stop?

Faulty idle air control actuator: The idle air control actuator controls the engines RPMs when it is idling. ... Clogged or restricted EGR Valve: If your EGR valve is clogged, dirty, or defective it can cause your car to stall, idle erratically, or sputter, depending on whether it is stuck open or closed.

Why is my Ford Ranger losing power?

There are two possibilities. Either you have a fuel starvation problem (bad pump, clogged filter) or you have a plugged exhaust system (catalytic converter or muffler).

Why is my Ford Ranger shaking?

Any unusual shaking or vibrating forces coming from the engine is cause for concern. It could be something as simple as old spark plugs producing an uneven power delivery, it could be something serious like worn or broken engine mounts, or it could be even more serious in the case of internal engine damage.