2006 XLT Shifter shifts easily but car doesn't move

zwin · 04-19-2012, 01:39 PM

2006 Explorer XLT 92,000 miles.

From "Park" the shifter easily moves into all other gears R,D,N, etc.

But while the shifter moves easily, the transmission does not engage to move the car (forward or reverse).

Dealer said this was a common problem and that a pump in the transmission needed to be replaced, but since they were in there recommended replacing the entire transmission $4,800!

Anyone have this problem or ideas?

PS No indicator lights are illuminated -- check engine light is not on. Noticed the problem happens on cold start, but maybe coincidental. Problem is intermittent -- does not happen all the time.

asull85 · 04-20-2012, 12:39 AM

Sounds right. My mother just had this issue with her Taurtus and she ended up needing a new transmission. Good luck.

Explorer_PL · 04-20-2012, 08:11 AM

$4800 for a tranny ???

Holy s***t !!!

asull85 · 04-20-2012, 08:44 AM

I just want to clarify that the problem sounds right not the price of the repair. $4800 is outrageous. I would definitely shop around.

caferacer · 05-08-2012, 09:03 AM

Hey Zwin, any resolution on this issue? My '06 with 78,000 miles would not engage reverse last night. Forward gears are fine and no lights on the dash. I fear I need a new tranny...

zwin · 05-09-2012, 08:20 AM

I brought it to a transmission specialist who tested it for several days and wasn't able to replicate the problem. He then did a transmission service ($225.00) in which he took the pan off and replaced the fluids. Problem has not resurfaced, but I've upgraded my AAA towing plan just in case... My problem was a bit different because it didn't go into any gear and there were no problems with electronics at all. Good luck

zwin · 05-09-2012, 08:21 AM

PS, make sure there's sufficient transmission fluid. There's no transmission fluid "dip stick" on the car though.

04-19-2012, 01:39 PM	#1
zwin Wannabe Elite Explorer 2006 Explorer Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 3 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	2006 XLT Shifter shifts easily but car doesn't move 2006 Explorer XLT 92,000 miles. From "Park" the shifter easily moves into all other gears R,D,N, etc. But while the shifter moves easily, the transmission does not engage to move the car (forward or reverse). Dealer said this was a common problem and that a pump in the transmission needed to be replaced, but since they were in there recommended replacing the entire transmission $4,800! Anyone have this problem or ideas? PS No indicator lights are illuminated -- check engine light is not on. Noticed the problem happens on cold start, but maybe coincidental. Problem is intermittent -- does not happen all the time. Last edited by zwin; 04-19-2012 at 04:07 PM. Reason: updated

04-20-2012, 12:39 AM	#2
asull85 Wannabe Elite Explorer Agawam, MA 2010 Explorer XLT Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 87 Vehicle Specs	Sounds right. My mother just had this issue with her Taurtus and she ended up needing a new transmission. Good luck. __________________ My Registry- Magnaflow Exhaust, K&N Cold Air Intake, Aries Grille Guard, Blacked out grille, Kenwood DDX616 head unit w/ Sirius Satellite Radio, 5000k HID headlights and fogs, KC Daylighters w/ 5000K HID's, LED turn, tail, brake and backup lights. WishlistBlacked out headlights, Rancho Quicklift struts...

04-20-2012, 08:44 AM	#4
asull85 Wannabe Elite Explorer Agawam, MA 2010 Explorer XLT Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 87 Vehicle Specs	I just want to clarify that the problem sounds right not the price of the repair. $4800 is outrageous. I would definitely shop around. __________________ My Registry- Magnaflow Exhaust, K&N Cold Air Intake, Aries Grille Guard, Blacked out grille, Kenwood DDX616 head unit w/ Sirius Satellite Radio, 5000k HID headlights and fogs, KC Daylighters w/ 5000K HID's, LED turn, tail, brake and backup lights. WishlistBlacked out headlights, Rancho Quicklift struts...

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Explorer_PL Wannabe Elite Explorer Rockland County, NY 2006EB,V8, Fisher plow Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 511 Vehicle Specs	$4800 for a tranny ??? Holy s***t !!!

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caferacer Wannabe Elite Explorer Brooklyn, NY '06 XLT Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 11 Vehicle Specs	Hey Zwin, any resolution on this issue? My '06 with 78,000 miles would not engage reverse last night. Forward gears are fine and no lights on the dash. I fear I need a new tranny...

05-09-2012, 08:20 AM	#6
zwin Wannabe Elite Explorer 2006 Explorer Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 3 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	I brought it to a transmission specialist who tested it for several days and wasn't able to replicate the problem. He then did a transmission service ($225.00) in which he took the pan off and replaced the fluids. Problem has not resurfaced, but I've upgraded my AAA towing plan just in case... My problem was a bit different because it didn't go into any gear and there were no problems with electronics at all. Good luck

05-09-2012, 08:21 AM	#7
zwin Wannabe Elite Explorer 2006 Explorer Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 3 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	PS, make sure there's sufficient transmission fluid. There's no transmission fluid "dip stick" on the car though.