Ford c4 transmission tries to reverse car right after starting
Symptoms
- The car tries to reverse immediately after starting.
- The transmission may make a grinding noise.
- The car may not move forward or backward.
Causes
- A faulty neutral safety switch.
- A damaged transmission control cable.
- A problem with the transmission valve body.
- A worn-out transmission band.
Diagnosis
To diagnose the problem, a mechanic will need to:
- Inspect the neutral safety switch.
- Check the transmission control cable.
- Remove the transmission pan and inspect the valve body.
- Check the transmission band for wear.
Repair
The repair for this problem will depend on the cause. If the neutral safety switch is faulty, it will need to be replaced. If the transmission control cable is damaged, it will need to be repaired or replaced. If the transmission valve body is damaged, it will need to be rebuilt or replaced. If the transmission band is worn out, it will need to be replaced.
Cost
The cost of repairing this problem will vary depending on the cause. The cost of a new neutral safety switch is typically around $100. The cost of repairing a transmission control cable is typically around $200. The cost of rebuilding a transmission valve body is typically around $500. The cost of replacing a transmission band is typically around $300.
Prevention
There are a few things that you can do to help prevent this problem from occurring:
- Make sure that the transmission fluid is at the correct level.
- Avoid shifting the transmission into reverse while the car is moving forward.
- Have the transmission serviced regularly.
