I have problem with my Ford Explorer 1994(Manual)4x4.1,40,000 miles. When i change the gear i can't seem to find it.I will go for 1st and it will slip in either third or 5th.Or won't find the gear at all.I need some advice before I get ripped off by a mechanic for whatever he tells me is wrong with it. thanks
I believe there are some nylon or plastic guides in there, accessed by removing the top cover. I saw a procedure for replacing the infamous plastic shift rail plugs with steel freeze plugs which also mentioned changing those guides at the same time. They wear out. You have to peel back or cut the carpet over the transmission to access the top cover (where the shift lever goes in), remove the bolts holding the cover and the cover to access those plastic pieces.
-Paul
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