2003 5.4L F250 Torque Converter Question
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2003 5.4L F250 Torque Converter Question
I was talking to a guy on my last trip with my travel trailer and he said that Ford torque converters notoriously slip and cause poor gas mileage. I have noticed when I tow that when it down shifts when going up a steep grade there is a feeling of slipping. Is there any truth and if so an easy fix?
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Well Phurley, What is your maintenance records reflect on the services done to your trans? Have you followed the required interivals (Most people look right over servicing the trans)? I have never heard of a torque converter slipping, just one breaking, cracking or getting dirt inside causing drivability problems. Usually when your in a pull and carrying a heavy load you want to be out of OverDrive. Burned trans fluid will cause it to slip and unserviced trans will also cause you high $ repairs. You can go to a fully syn trans fluid like I have since I pull quite a bit of weight. Hope this helps!