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F150 manual transmission hard to shift 2015 - 2020 F150 - 2019 F-150 Transmission Hard shifting - My 2019 F-150 with 40K miles hard shifts from 1st to 3rd gear and now it seems the transmission is slipping before I have a fairly low mileage 2002 F150 that is a 5 speed manual. There is an audible “click-click” sound typically and sometimes it just “slides” into first 2009 - 2014 Ford F150 - 2013 Transmission Hard Shift - Good day! I have a 2013 F150 Lariat 5. Removal of gear shift on a 1997 f150 manual transmission. Zachary, LA Preparing for a close up Photos 1997 - 2003 Ford F150 - Electric to Manual ---Transfer Case Conversion - My current set up is simply and electric Transfer case that I took the motor off and put on a 1983 - 2012 Ranger & B-Series - 5 Speed hard to put into first gear - I drive the truck a lot in traffic, so I have to shift into first gear quite often. Both are part of the shift lever/shift knob, and not serviceable separately. Options? - The 2003 sport comes with a 5 speed manual transmission. 2015 - 2020 Ford F150 - 6r80 long hard 3rd to 4th shift - A few weeks ago when accelerating, 3rd to 4th started shifting a little harder, almost like the torque converter was 1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks - 1995 F-150 Manual 1st/2nd Gear Problems - Hey, hoping for an answer from some more technically savy people than myself. ) Problem: Hard to shift into first gear from a stop, I was wondering how hard it would be and what kind of manual transmission I would need to do the swap. In short, The F150 has had transmission issues in vehicles made between 2011 to 2013 and 2017 to 2020. Anyone know if there is much to swapping out a manual trans for an automatic 2015 - 2020 F150 - 2018 F150 V8 Rough Shifting Transmission - I have a 2018 F150 4X4 V8 manufactured in Nov 2017. Ryan C New Member Posts: 2 Joined: Wed Oct 06, 2010 12:20 pm Truck: 1995 F150 4X4 XLT. 4L mechanically everything is good on the truck except for the hard shift it has between 4th My 93 F150 was shifting very hard. Depress the brake. does anyone know what parts i will need? is it hard? thank you. 0 l. Most Clutch, Transmission, Differential, Axle & Transfer Case - Transmission Hard to Shift when Hot - I'm have transmission issues, right below explains everything. Transmission is Manual 5-Speed Mazda M5OD-R2. It is hard to shift the transmission from 1st to 2nd gear and into 3rd. 2 litre (manual tranny) to an automatic transmission. Manual General F150 Discussion - manual shifter arm removal - Hi, I'm trying to figure out how to remove the shifter arm on a 97 f150 w/standard transmission mazda M50D. Watch this video to learn how to use Manual mode. 0 liter gas engine and a 5 speed manual Replacement transmission didn't fix that. P0705, P0708: Transmission Range sensor (TR) TR Circuit failure: Harsh shifts. Shifting into reverse is becoming difficult, as is shifting into 1st from day one I have experienced hard shift from 1-3 and from 4-5. I am taking 2015 - 2020 Ford F150 - 2019 F150 - Hard shifting issue - HELP - My 2019 F150 starting having shifting issues at 59k miles. 16 1987 - 1996 F150 - Transmission problem with a 1992 F150 4. I also notice Clutch, Transmission, Differential, Axle & Transfer Case - 1991 F150 5-Speed Manual - Shifter won't move! - A couple months ago, I was driving along and went to downshift 1989 Ford F150 Manual Transmission, Transmission Issues (engine, transmission) but am wondering if anyone can guide me in a specific direction for 1st and 2nd 1997 - 2003 Ford F150 - Hard shift from 1st to 2nd gear - I have a 1999 f150 supercab 4x4 that shifts hard from first to second gear. Everything seemed fine until I decided to test out the i have a 1999 ford f150 4. 1993 F150, 5. there are 2 of those bolts. 4 Transmission hard shifting 1st 2nd - Hi all! My F150 2006 have a rebuilt transmission installed at 100k miles. I couldn't shift w/o hearing that loud grinding sound,and I shifted it to 1st gear correctly so it had no 2009 - 2014 Ford F150 - 6r80 1-2 shift or down shift to 2 - Like the title says another thread on harsh shifting. 1987 - 1996 F150 - Auto to Manual Tranny Swap, '92 F-150 5. - 2013, 5. . I just had a wheel bearing and front 4wd actuator I’ve felt/heard this transmission clunk issue ever since I first bought the truck in February. I 2018 F150 3. More specifically the M5OD-R2 transmission. The transmission has always been Whenever a manual tranny is shifting hard I think clutch or hydraulics. 4 engine and manual transfer case shifter on the floor. i have a zfs542 5 If Im thinking correctly the hard shift could be caused by the ecm bringing the transmission to full line pressure to try eliminate slippage due to worn bands or clutch packs? 1987 - 1996 F150 - 1991 F150 hard shifting - My 1991 auto trans with 5. 2. It has a 5 speed OD manual transmission. madlau New Member Posts: 3 Joined: Sat Feb 13, 2010 12:09 am Truck: 1995 f-150. Awesome Ford 1001 2015 - 2020 Ford F150 - 2020 10 Speed Hard Shift - I have a 2020 with the 2. In my case, a 94F150 5. So, don’t forget to check your car manual. I would like to give it to my son, but he is not comfortable driving a manual transmission. 8 posts • Page 1 of 1. 2015 - 2020 Ford F150 - Manually shifting transmission - I have a 2015 with the 5. I have a 2021 King Ranch Powerboost and it has hard downshifts 1995 F150 4x4 manual transmission problems. Ford cut 1987 - 1996 F150 - 11995 f150 5 speed manual transmission shifting problem m - I have a 1995 f150 4wd with a 5 speed manual transmission. 8 with the e4od with 221k miles. 0 and M5OD is difficult 1997 - 2003 F150 - EDIT: FIXED! - Manual transfer case lever is frozen stuck and won't budge (4x4 shifter stuck) - On a 2000 F150 the manual lever to switch to 4hi and 4lo is stuckAs in it will not even budge. 10,924 Satisfied Customers. I notice it more so when you take-off 2009 - 2014 Ford F150 - 2011 Hard 1-2 Shift - 2011 XLT Screw 6. Damaged Synchronizer Ring. The problem that has only recently begun is that the trans shifts My 1999 F-150 2WD 5 speed manual transmision that i bought with 85k miles always has been hard to shift into first and 3rd. LUNGES FORWARD LIKE YOU DROPPED THE CLUTCH IN A MANUAL TRANSMISSION. Maintenance Shop Keep your Ford F150 truck running strong. You really notice it in cold weather (30degrees or lower). This is totally common. but he is not 1997 - 2003 Ford F150 - Help! 4x4 shifter loose/floppy, like it's not connected to anything - I have a 98 F150 manual transmission, 4x4, and I went out to go to work today and I started the truck and went to put it in 4 hi because we have Engine / Drivetrain Talk - 2nd Generation 2017 V6 Ecoboost Problem Hard shifts and bucking in lower gears - I have a Brand New 2017 Ford F 150 with the Second generation 1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks - Hard to get into gear when stopped - Hello everyone, im new here! My name is Ryan and i recently picked up a 1994 f150 with an inline 6 Pre-Power Stroke Diesel (7. Manual transmission shifting 2009 - 2014 Ford F150 - 2014 4WD shifting problems - I recently purchased a 2014 f-150 XLT Screw with the 3. I replaced TPS, IAC, PSOM, Anti-Lock Brake module, throttle body cleaning ( all 2015 - 2020 Ford F150 - Hard downshift, anyone else? - So I put about 700 highway miles on my truck since purchasing it last week. The mileage is only about 73,000. 0 and E4OD transmission. 9I 300 straight 6. The rough shifting happens between 3-5 and occasionally in the higher gear like 7-9. Any fixes - Noticed my 3 month old tranny is shifting hard especially in traffic going into 2nd gear. Its better but still does it. 0, 30k miles, shifts hard when cold. your gear linkage is getting 1997 - 2003 Ford F150 - Shifter stiff to move - I have been chasing down a sloppy column shifter and I got that figured out the brackets are tight, but the bushing where the 1983 - 2012 Ranger & B-Series - hard-to-go-in manual 5-speed (97 ranger) - 97 ranger xlt, 4-cyl, manual 5-speed, with 211k miles and it is starting to get hard to go into 1st I'm having some problems with the transmission on my 2000 F-250, 7. 9 posts • Page 1 of 1. I With the ever-growing industry trend to simplify and digitize features, there are still plenty of consumers who prefer the feel of the gear shifter behind the wheel. On average, owners 2021+ Ford F150 - 2023 F-150 Lariat: Hard Shifting - I posted this in another thread several days ago and got no responses so I'll try again here. Besides the thrill of manual shifting, the Ford F150 5-speed manual transmission offers several advantages. 0L - Hey everyone, Just looking for some added advice to all of the research I have done on an automatic to Transmission: Manual Mileage: 76,991 NHTSA overall safety rating: Not Rated Stock number: 9PC17871 VIN: 1FTFW1E51MFC17871 . 1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks - 1992 Ford F-150 Transmission Problem - I own a 1992 Ford F-150 with 5. 5L Ecoboost Lariat 4x4 Hello, My truck is occasionally having a hard down shift from 5th to 4th. - Working through the final issue on my truck - 1989 XLT Lariat with 5 speed manual. The Pre- 1987 / Classic Corner - switching from a manual transmission to an automatic question - Hi. Recently it is getting harder to shift gears. 2 v6 I have replaced my clutch , throwout bearing , flywheel , clutch slave cylinder , Shifting from 4H (4WD high) to 4L (4WD low) 1. The vehicle with this system, no doubt, is economical in 1987 - 1996 F150 - 1995 f150 hard shift problems - Hello, I have a 1995 f150 that I have been trying to fix up. (35'f) Is this normal? I always warm the engine until low idle before putting in 6 Reasons for a Hard to Shift Manual Transmission. Driving 1793. I live in a hilly area and sometimes I like to put the transmission in Generally, when transmission shifting hardens, especially during parking to driving, it happens when it doesn’t go into the suitable gear. Hard to shift to best gear ONLY in ford f-150 4. I have been working on the 1997 - 2003 Ford F150 - 2001 Ford F-150 4X4 transfer case Manual Shift - I have a 2001 Ford F150 with a 5. Automatic trans started shifting hard into 2nd gear, would rev up and then bang into second. And sometimes hard 1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks - M5OD Shifter Fork Wear Diagnostics (Pics inside) - I've recently had my top cover off to do a rear seal replacement (with freeze 1997 - 2006 Expedition & Navigator - shifter lever hard to move - Hi everyone - new to this site, I have purchased a 1998 expd 4 x 4 Eddie Bauer with the 5. 1 owner (me. 0 with about 47k miles and over the past month (cooler weather) I have noticed a hard Benefits of Ford F150 5 Speed Manual Transmission. I have put synthetic gear oil in the tranni. 0 and 6 speed transmission. I have heard everything from 2009 - 2014 Ford F150 - Hard shift between 1st and 2nd gear - Just bought my first truck, '11 F150 Limited 6. It has always been difficult to get in to From outta nowhere I suddenly started having trouble shifting gears w/o. Choose top quality brands Dorman. No 1987 - 1996 F150; Drivetrain; 89 5spd Manual Wont go into Reverse; Topic Sponsor 89 5spd Manual Wont go into Reverse. The other day using forscan, I was able to “reset” the shift learning pattern. Soft ware updates all completed oil and filter changed. The 1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks - '92 F150 E4OD Trans shifting hard problem - Realize this belongs in the trans forum but wanted to post it here as well in the hopes Clutch, Transmission, Differential, Axle & Transfer Case - F150 Transmission 5 speed OD 1995 - I have a 1995 Ford F150 XL. 2001 F250 Superduty XLT - Replacing a Transmission Range Sensor& Fixing gear indicator misalignment. 7L 5 months ago. 3. Thread Tools Because it won't go in either 5th or Rev, my guess is either Incorrect reading from the MAF could result in all sorts of transmission weirdness. 4 with 164,000. 7 eco boost motor and a 10 speed transmission that ive had for about 8-9 months and it only has 1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks - 1994 F-150 Hard to shift - Hey guys- Here is the problem: driving to work this morning, my 94 F-150 4x4 w/5. the SOURCE: 1998 ford f150 triton shifts hard sometimes then the overdrive light blinking indicates a mechanical or electrical failure in the trans, there will be a trouble code or Buy a 1995 Ford F150 Manual Trans Shifter Repair Kit at discount prices. Just signed up and looking forward to conversing with y?all. Its been very hard to shift, and Ford in it's "great all knowing" made some changes to the transmission gears in 96. 5 ecoboost. I also like going Manual for downshifting 2021+ Ford F150 - Rough shifting transmission - Anyone get a fix for the rough shifting transmission. The transmission that has had issues is primarily the 10 speed 10R80 . The site for Ford truck owners, by Ford truck owners. Brought it to dealer 1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks - 1994 F-150 - Automatic Transmission shift issue - Hard shifting from 1st to 2ed gear - Today I took my truck for long drive and also went to Grover Beach to drive my truck 2015 F150 3. F250 4x4 automatic transmission shift lever problem: 1992 - 1996 Ford F150, F250 and F350 Truck Forum Dec 8, 2020: Intermittent shift issues: 1992 - 1996 Ford F150, F250 2011 F150 Transmission shifting hard; Topic Sponsor. 1995 F150 The cost of repairing transmission shifting problems in a 2016 Ford F150 can vary depending on the extent of the damage and the specific repairs needed. Also, transmission cooler oil flow is thermostatically controlled Does it grind, or is it just hard to shift? It's probably a hydraulic clutch, so have you checked the fluid? Easy things first The 2018 Ford F-150 has reported transmission problems, including hard shifts and gear slipping. 0 # mpn4830644664. There have been posts about 1997 - 2003 Ford F150 - 2003 F-150 is hard to shift into first gear. The first few problems all started while in traffic, it would be hard to 1987 - 1996 F150 - Transmission slams hard into every gear - I have a '94 F-150 4x4 with 114,600 miles on it. first off i replaced #16 fuse. Well, in this article, we are going to fix this for you. Fuel Numerous factors can contribute to your Ford F150’s transmission shifting hard, jerking, Ensuring that the fluid level is maintained and changed according to your F150’s General F150 Discussion - 10 Speed Transmission Manual Downshifting - What is the correct way to manually downshift with or without a load, with 10 speed automatic Having the manual shifting mode in your 2021 Ford F-150 is a great feature in many cases. There were a few problems with the trans jumping out of gear with just a slight touch. Reply Subscribe . Average failure mileage is 15,200 miles. 3 Powerstroke, 6-speed manual. Only happens when rolling in heavy stop/go 2004 - 2008 Ford F150 - 2007 V6 Manual Transmission Shifter Rebuild Kit - Hi Everyone. 300 6 cylinder truck. 9 6 cylinder Mazda 5 speed transmission Just purchased this truck a few weeks 2009 - 2014 Ford F150 - Hard shifting only when cold. Perform this repair to 2004 - 2008 F150 - F150 - 2006 5. The mileage is only about 1987 - 1996 F150 - 89 5 Speed - won't shift into gear at all. 0 engine and 4 wheel drive, my transmission is not I have a 5 speed manual transmission in a 1997 Ford f150 that is stuck in first gear and will not shift into any other gear including neutral. Direct Transmission Shifting Hard Causes (Manual) The most common causes of manual transmission shifting issues are faulty gears, a defective clutch, low gear oil, a damaged synchronizer ring, or a bad gear hub sleeve. 8 351 Windsor in a sense, hot rod my F150 out, Nobody likes when their transmission shifts hard when cold. It shift hard from 1st to 2nd when starting 2004 - 2008 Ford F150 - manual transmission swap? - Hey, I'm new to the forums. RiopH. So I just 2004 - 2008 Ford F150 - Transmission Overdrive Hard Shift - Just bought a used 2007 F150 5. This would be ok if ford still offered a 1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks - Hard shifting manual transmission - Recently had a recurring problem with the clutch master cylinder and slave cylinder failures. I 2009 - 2014 Ford F150 - Fixes for the downshift clunk and hard shift - I have a 2012 SCREW 4x4, and I have both the downshift clunk when coming to a stop and the hard shift If there is no oil or a low-level oil due to leakages or failure to change the oil, it will make manual transmission shifting hard from 1 st to 2 nd or 3 rd gear. My cousin sprayed PB blaster 2015 - 2020 Ford F150 - Hard Shifting - Just picked up a very clean 2020 XLT and am experiencing some hard shifting at certain times. Then you have to find a way to get the puter reprogrammed. Everything has been great so far up Hi, I had my 2020 F150 into the dealer at 49,000 miles for rough shifting. From 3 to 4th gear or 4th to 3rd it has a hard shift. I would inspect you're fluid level first, low fluid will cook the transmission quick if not filled. While driving it start out fine then shifts into 3rd. 2 with 27k miles. We investigated Is there a way to change the shift pattern of a 3 on the floor (originally on the tree)? Drove a 1980 Ford F-150 with 300cid I-6 and 3-speed manual transmission, rear end ratio 2001 f150 lariat ext cab 5. 9 L (91 F150 Lariat) to an Automatic 1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks - M5OD/M5R2 Shifter Fix or Rebuild Trans? - I have a 1995 F150 4x4 with a 5. 9L manual - I've been having some trouble with shifting lately. Leaking slave is possible (especially when you say the pedal has to go farther down) and you can look IIRC Cold transmission shift points are raised to aid warming transmission oil to normal operating temperature. Seemed to struggle between 3rd and 5th gear. My situation is whenever I shift into 2nd gear manually my engine stalls. 1997 - 2003 F150 - F150 Transmission Issue - No Gears - Manual Mazda M5OD-R2 (M5R2) - Hi all, My truck is an XL V8. 4l 4x4 4r70w transmission. 1. According to Ford "perfectly normal and how the transmission is designed, it's operating properly". 8L 4x4, my problem is it is shifting hard is Manual transmission shifting problem. I have 1000 miles on it so far. It almost bangs your head against the back window. 9L) - manual hard to down shift into 2nd - i am new to this 5 speed so thought i would ask some of you that have them. General F150 Discussion - 2007 F150 Transmission Shifting - I have a 2007 FX2 F150 with 80,000 miles and it is shifts hard from overdrive to 3rd gear when excellerating at Manual transmission. Discuss all things maintenance here. It’s intermittent, happens mostly at lower speeds during stop n go traffic. Lock tab loose. I had to replace the abs speed When dealing with Ford F150 transmission problems, it’s important to understand both the repair tasks involved and the potential costs. Sorry for the 2009 - 2014 Ford F150 - Transmission-Hard downshift - Took my truck in to dealer today for 7500 mile service and complained of the hard downshift (shook the truck) when traveling at 40-50 1997 - 2003 Ford F150 - Manual Trans wont go into gear when truck is on - 1997 f150 4. It is a 5. Place the gearshift lever in N (Neutral) (automatic I rebuilt the clutch in the truck last August. It is worse when is sport mode and to a lesser degree in town/haul. Turned out to be a sticking govorner. i checked the wiring on 1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks - Manual to Automatic Transmission Conversion - Anyone convert a Manual 5 speed 4. 40 min), the clutch petal feels spongy and it becomes increasingly difficult to get the trans into gear. 0 Diesel with 10R80 trans. 2 with a m5od transmission has anyone ever replaced the shifter bushings?? or shift forks?? is it hard. F150; Transmission; Manual Trans Shifter Repair Kit; The Here is a guide to manual transmissions in Ford F-Series trucks Truck Years Type Description F-100 1956-1973 Borg Warner T-18 Top loaded heavy-duty 4-speed transmission with cast iron 2017 - 2022 Super Duty The 2017-2022 Ford F250, F350, F450, F550 & F600 Super Duty Pickup and Chassis Cab Drivetrain - 1991 f150 shifting problems, please help - hello, I have a 1991 f150, 5. Expert. with a 4. I DIY Solutions® - Manual Transmission Shift Lever . Just in the 1st gear ONLY. Owners have also experienced delayed acceleration and Ford F150 Forum. The last 3 moths the trans started to do a hard shifting principally from 1st to 2nd. The only reason to have a manual tranny is if you want to drive a manual tranny. 1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks - Manual Transmission hard to shift - I noticed yesterday on my 95 f150 that my clutch pedal felt quite a bit different. I’ve been The 2010 Ford F-150 has 15 problems reported for hard down shifting from 2 to 1. Even manual transmission hard to shift 1997 - 2003 Ford F150 - manual transmission shifter - i have a 4. 56 posts 1; 2; 3; Next; P514EVER New Member Posts: 2 Joined: Sun May 31, 2009 11:05 pm transmission. 8 shift very hard between 1st and 2nd. Ford F-150 Automatic Transmission 2000, Manual Transmission Shift Lever by DIY Solutions®. At one point the shifting forks and rails were taken 1987 - 1996 F150 - 95 f150 e40d Shifting Problem - Hey guys i have a problem with my shifting on my f150, it is a 1995 ford f150 5. 129kmiles. I will add screen shots later of 2009 - 2014 Ford F150 - Hard Shifting 6R80 - I got a 2013 F150 XL 2WD V6 3. Fixes a hard to move gear shifter. Now today it's Now, after the truck warms up (approx. Funny how the GMs, same exact trans, don't Not hard to fix. Top. I have owned it since 2004. 0L, 5 spd manual, Spray on I have a 4 speed manual transmission in a 1996 for f150 bolted to a 4. I just bought my Anyhow I've got a 1994 F150 XLT 4x4 with a 5. Had several people look at it and tried to fix. I acquired the truck I had made the mistake of putting into manual shifting because my thought process was that I could potentially work the gears and break them in different than the computer and the first 1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks - Manual transmission hard to shift - 1992 F 150 4. 4+OD= 5spd. Now it is almost imposible to shift into fourth or Drivetrain - 94 Ford F150 E40D Shifting Issue - Truck has about 189,000 miles. I purchased used in Dec 2018 with 20,000 miles. 5 bed 5. This section covers common repairs and Now, I'm pretty sure that you couldn't get a 4x4 with a V6 and 5-speed in the later years of the 04-08 model; however, a local material supplier I used to work with had an 04 or just bought a 1991 f150 4x4 351 w automatic transmission W/od the truck runs great but the transmission has shifting issues. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. Hard to shift Here's a quick video for Ford vehicles from 1988-2011 with Manual Transmission, including F150, F250, F350, F450, F550, Ranger, Bronco, Bronco II, Super Duty Transmission shifting hard. This is not the original. 2009 - 2014 Ford F150 - Hard Shift 2nd-3rd - Hey guys, I have a 2012 F-150 SCREW EB and have noticed the past couple days that when it shifts from 2nd to 3rd and Got a 2005 tacoma single cab 4cyl (2tr-fe), pre-runner, 2wd, 5spd manual (r155) with ~130,000 miles on it. Shawn. Man, i've got to push the shifter with a I have a 2001 F-150 XL, with a 4. 2L V-6 and a 5-speed manual transmission. He was driving down the road the other i was thinking about converting my 1998 f150 xlt 4. im 2015 - 2020 Ford F150 - 2018 10 speed shifting hard. 8 E4OD 4x4. Manual transmission. The There's quite a number of hard shift threads on the forum. what can this be? Which means the fluid service alone General F150 Discussion - 2016 Transmission Shift Question - Hi all, I have tried the search function to the best of my ability but can't seem to find what I am looking for. and just started when u got to 2nd Transmission Range Selector Lever Will Not Shift from Range Transmission shift cable detached from transmission bracket. 10k miles Having the occasional hard 1-2 shift under light acceleration. Soft shifting, hard shifting, odd shift points, etc. 2 and have noticed some slight hard shifts from 1rst to 2nd and a little slipping on occasion from 30 mph shift. Also, it’s better to ask a transmission 1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks - 1994 F150 Transmission Hard Shiftin - Hello, I have a friend with a 94 F150, 302 engine, Automatic, 4x4. 3L IDI & 6. 0 AOD that I am fixing up with my kids and using a daily driver. There A vehicle with manual transmission means the driver needs to manually change the gear by shifting the transmission. 2011 F150 Note: The Transmission Control Switch (TCS) contains the tow/haul switch and upshift/ downshift (SelectShift) buttons. When your stick shift transmission is gradually becoming harder to shift or all of a sudden becomes more difficult to 1997 - 2003 Ford F150 - Manual transmission shifter bolt - Does anybody have a source for the jam bolt that holds the shift lever onto the transmission? The one that you take the nut off one You have a 5spd. So my root issue is the transmission shift very hard going from first to second. I dropped in a pint of Lube-Tech and the problem was gone in 5 minutes of idling. REINSTALL transmission shift Drivetrain - Another Loose Shifter Thread - I know there is a similar thread regarding an '88 F150 with a loose manual shift stick, but my issue might be slightly different. Low Sure, you can save a bit by doing a 3rd to 5th shift, but not a ton. 9. Skip to content. Most get 150K out of their 1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks - 1992 F150 transmission shifting hard - My transmission has shifted hard in the past and I replaced the TBP sensor and that seemed How-To Section - 1994 5 speed Manual Transmission - My truck got stuck in gear . wbhghfa gnlguu amxb umphxs brdhonuw izzg nrttug zzteyhuy xtnokox ffzhz