Do I need a complete transmission rebuild if it goes good in 1st and 2nd. Ford transmission 5R55E?

Do I need a complete transmission rebuild if it goes good in 1st and 2nd. Ford transmission 5R55E?

Yes you could, the 3/4 or overdrive clutches may be burnt.

Until they strip it down they can only guess what the problem is

Andy C

If only 1-2 and no other shift then might need rebuilt. Is there a check engine light on? Might be a solenoid problem. Find local shop at ATRA.COM for more help

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