When you take the 40% reduction in shift throws and combine it with the confidence you get behind a blowfish bracket, the results are purely awesome. We reported on fords investigation and potential recall of its 2011 and 2012 v6engined mustangs, which have developed problems with the 6speed manual transmission. Not much to say about cold climate because it has not been cold at all in texas, but the shifting from first to second is rough and notchy. Manual transmission problems of the 2011 ford mustang part 1. Within sport mode, you can choose between automatic sport shifting and manual shifting. The shifting problem with the 2011 mustang manual transmission is very real, and seems not to have been corrected on the 2012 models as well. However, by pressing the upshift or downshift buttons you can take temporary manual. She told me to go to ford and tell them about this ssm and they would change the necessary. Mt82 missed shifts fixing mustang mt82 missed shifts. Photo by eldon lindsay although the number of manual transmission or stick shift vehicles on the road.
The new 202014 mustang can be specified with a sixspeed selectshift automatic transmission. Diagnosing symptoms of a bad manual transmission axleaddict. The worst complaints are clanging and shifting gears hard, hesitation, and pops out of gear. Check out our common mustang clutch problem tech page. Ill also take a manual transmission over an automatic any day, so i thank the car gods that the 2011 ford mustang gt delivered to me wasnt the same one mr. What is causing occasional slipping and or hard shifting. Almost got rear ended recently since i couldnt shift into 2nd gear in three attempts at a traffic signal. The manual transmission on my 2011 ford mustang has erratic shifting which has caused me to nearly be rearended twice now and hit by oncmoing traffic as it fails to go in gear, even with the clutch fully engaged. If im driving and i slow down to take a turn i want to put into 2nd gear but it wont go into gear so i have to put it into 3rd gear instead. What are the most common problems with manual transmission. Since my current vehicle has a manual transmission, i have no problem driving stick. Warning lights and chimes auxiliary input jack play music player. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs.
Warning lights and chimes auxiliary input jack play music player using auxiliary input play music player using input jack. Does your ford mustang transmission miss the shift from 1st to 2nd or even 3rd to 4th. Ford mustang forum automatic 6r80 switch sport mode. Some 2011 mustangs built on or before 4252010, with a manual transmission and low mileage, typically 10,000 miles or less 16,093 km, may exhibit a clutch pedal stayout condition at very high engine rpm. Slipping gears instead of shifting or having trouble shifting out of park and into drive can be early signs. Ford mustang transmission problems, as shown by owners. Manual transmission problems can develop due to high mileage, abuse, or lack of proper maintenance. I thought i was imagining the problem but i took it around to my mechanic yesterday and he confirmed the issue. Nhtsa ends investigation into mustang manual transmission. Started having some trouble shifting gears with grinding noted around 10,000 miles at 11,800 miles while on vacation, clutch locked up completely and wouldnt go into gear at all.
I have stopped looked and no check engine light to be seen, i place in park shut car off wait few minutes and restart and car acts fine. A car that wont back up properly is indicative of several possible problems, some which depend on whether you have an automatic or manual transmission. To see how frequently ford mustang problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Unfortunately, response to the mt82 was not all that great. There appears to be problems shifting from 1st to 2nd and from 2nd to 3rd. The factory transmission mounts are heavily voided and cause your transmission to. One of the most infamous issues with s197 mustangs is the mt82 6speed manual transmission and its seemingly neverending list of problems. For 2011, the mustang receives two new engine choices. Ford mustang transmission problems page 3 car forums. How to fix a transmission that wont back up it still runs.
The manual transmission in my 2011 ford mustang gt has been whining and grinding gears since the clutch was replaced due to a design. If your mustang has clutch problems, we have answers. There are a few signs that you might need mustang automatic transmission repair soon, and its important to know how to look out for them. Many who have driven it have experienced various issues and general complaints with its operation. While traveling between 70 and 75 mph when i let off the throttle my car will down shift automatic transmission to lower gear causing a. I have owned many different manual shift cars, including a different gt and a cobra and never. Ford mustang transmission problems page 2 car forums.
Mt82 shifting problems hello i have a 2014 mustang warrior and im having transmission issues when i downshift from 3rd to 2nd. Generally speaking, reverse shifting problems stem from transmission fluid problems. This condition will generate a concern of the clutch pedal remaining on the floor during high engine rpm shifts. Its almost like there is a missing part or gear that catches. Modifications include a 93 lund racing tune, jlt cold air intake, 20mm ford performance lowering springs and corsa sport to xtreme catback. I notice this every time i turn left or shift when traveling on a curve to the left. Faulty chinesebuilt transmissions plague new ford mustang. Debate automatic vs manual mustangs which is better. The kit includes a tremec t56 magnum s197 transmission, mcleod clutch rst or rxt. Once available, the s197spec t56 will be offered in a package to make purchasing and installing it in a 2011newer mustang an easy task. What causes mustang gt manual transmission problems.
Selectshift automatic transmission vehicle features. Having trouble with your ford mustang transmission. What are the most common problems with manual transmission vehicles. If your manual transmission vehicle is slipping gears, it could be a sign of a worn clutch that needs to be replaced. My 05 v6 mustang automatic transmission often shifts so. How to troubleshoot a manual transmission that will not shift. The next step to solving your missed shift problem on your mustang s mt82 transmission after picking up a blowfish bracket would be a barton short throw shifter. But im looking at getting a 2018 mustang ecoboost as my daily driver so am looking for opinionsfeedback on whether its best to get the manual or the new 10 speed automatic.
Drive d in drive, the transmission will perform fully automatic shifts if you do not use the shift buttons. Rough and hard shifting in 2011 mustang gt manual transmission. To see how frequently 2011 ford mustang problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Twice in the last year car has had a violent down shift upon stopping to first gear followed by not shifting into second gear on accelleration. Credit ford for fanning the flames with the awesome 5r55s 20052010 mustang gt and 6r80 2011 5. The system is controlled with a selector button on the side of the shifter. I have not contacted the ford dealership but will soon. My 05 v6 mustang automatic transmission often shifts so hard into 3rd gear that it makes a banging noise. The pressure plate bolts had worked out and sheared off various pieces. Transmission not go into gear problems of the 2011 ford. More diffucult problems include transmission wear and damage that may require. Automatic transmissions are more common these days, but for people who still enjoy the handson approach, a manual, or standard, transmission can present a few problems. Vehicle is a 2018 mustang gt equipped with the new 10speed 10r80 automatic transmission, performance package 1, 401a equipment group, magneride, and active exhaust.
What is causing occasional slipping and or hard shifting in. More powerful mustang gt variants are powered by a 5. When i pull out to pass or want to merge onto the highway, i try to accelerate but there is a pause of 2 to 3 seconds, and a high revving sound but no forward movement, forcing me to abort my effort to merge or to pass. I bought 2011 automatic v6 mustang after 16 years with a standard mustang. This advanced control strategy offers the driver a choice between fully automatic operation and manual control. Your cars engine transfers power to the transmission via a clutch.
If you drive a mustang, more than likely it is equipped with some sort of manual transmission. Automatic 2011 ford mustang gt horsepower test muscle. Hard shifting, missed shifts, screws backing out, weird clutch feel these are all problems that plagued the mt82 upon first arrival. Sector forks in the transmission select which gear will be. I have to come to almost a complete stop and let the rpms drop down to almost. Reader gregory camacho said, i have a 2012 mustang gt with only 989 miles on the clock, and i have experienced shifting problems. The first visit to the dealer they replaced many parts in the transmission, including the shifter solenoid. Experiencing rough shifting in 1st gear and hard shifting in 2nd gear with grind sometimes. When shifting at higher revs it is really hard to shift into 2nd and 4th gear when turning or on a curve. I got an 05 automatic mustang car want shift in any gear pulled it out put a good one it that i no for a fact was good its doing the same thang whats my problem anybody.
The ford mustang is available as a fastback or as convertible, with one of four engines. The factory transmission mounts are heavily voided and cause your transmission to move excessively which is. Most manual transmission issues originate not with the transmission itself, but from related components like the clutch assembly, linkage, or driveline. My last ford was a sunliner with the 312inch tb special v8. Both engines can be fitted with a choice of sixspeed manual or automatic transmissions.
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