Transmission Problem 1992 Madaz Navjo (Ford Explorer)

Not familiar with a 5 speed auto in a '92.... have you checked fluid level and condition??

I have a 92 Ford Explorer with 290k miles on it. @nd transmission has 180k on it. I have a problem with drving the vehicle now. When I put the automatic trans in drive or reverse, the engine just stalls out. It feels like there may not be any transfer of power happening. It all started somewhat suddenly at two previous stop signs. Then it would rattle and want to stop . but I managed to get it off the street and now it is standed in a parking lot and won't move.

My car buddy said that there may be a sensor in the trans that sends a signal to the torque converter. He said that your should be able to just disconnect the connection to the convertor and the truck will still drive around.

Have you heard of this connection and if so where is it located on the transmission.

Thanks..Ken snipped-for-privacy@yahoo.com

I have a 92 Ford Explorer with 290k miles on it. @nd transmission has 180k on it. I have a problem with drving the vehicle now. When I put the automatic trans in drive or reverse, the engine just stalls out. It feels like there may not be any transfer of power happening. It all started somewhat suddenly at two previous stop signs. Then it would rattle and want to stop . but I managed to get it off the street and now it is standed in a parking lot and won't move.

My car buddy said that there may be a sensor in the trans that sends a signal to the torque converter. He said that your should be able to just disconnect the connection to the convertor and the truck will still drive around.

Have you heard of this connection and if so where is it located on the transmission.

Thanks..Ken snipped-for-privacy@yahoo.com