Ok Guys..1-2 Accumulator ??

Msvenom97

Msvenom97

New member
Seems I'm slipping from 1st to 2nd when starting from a dead stop...I think I have read all the threads...So, my ?? Can I do this 1-2 accumulator on my own (with a little help from the hubby ) in my barn...We have a lift....Or am I way outta my league?? All help Appreciated....and, does this seem like the problem?? I really don't have the $1400-$2400 the tranny shops are looking for...I think because I'm a girl they're trying too take my $$$$$$$$$$$..:frown: Thanks, Ellen
 
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MaddShadez

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With patience and a LARGE drain pan it can be done. Its a daunting task for sure, but made much easier with a lift. When i did mine i also drilled the plates for the "jerry mod" and i had it all put back together in a day.
 
driller

driller

El Presidente
"Slipping" from 1st to 2nd? That's usually not the sign of a broken accumulator spring but I guess it could be a sign of a bypassing piston.

Yes, it is a DIY job, particularly easier with a lift. I would also recommend a full replacement of the fluid with Mercon V including draining the torque converter, a fresh filter and a transmission cooler.
 
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chris2523

New member
the slipping is not good. :( the accumulator or broken springs is usually associated with a harsh 1-2 shift or the infamous "shudder." slipping is usually just worn out friction material.

i replaced the accumulator in my drive way with the car on drive up ramps. not fun, but not hard either.

by bypassing the piston, he means that the 1-2 accumulator could be in such bad shape that a lot of fluid is escaping around the seal. also not good, because that would probably mean that the bore is pretty beat up.
 
driller

driller

El Presidente
I suppose if fluid was bypassing the accumulator piston, there could be a symptom of slippage as it is not engaging 2nd fully until the piston travels fully in the bore.

If the bore does appear damaged, polish any imperfection with a scotchbrite pad. The new accumulator piston is non-metallic and quite forgiving with the bore.

If the symptoms persist after the upgrade, then you are surely looking at a low pressure fault or burnt clutches in the transmission. Much can be told from a careful examination of the fluid.

Best case is bright red with little to no particulates, a clean pan and filter with little residue at the pan magnet. Use a paper towel to screen a sample of the fluid to determine color and contaminants.

Burnt brown fluid with contaminants, sludge in the pan, a dirty filter and a lot of 'fuzz' on the magnet are signs of trouble.
 
Msvenom97

Msvenom97

New member
Checked the fluid...its the right color...no leaks....but have not opened her up yet..That'll be this weekend...Fingers crossed its not more than the accumulator....Thanks guys...Ellen
 
Mike P

Mike P

c:enter
Staff member
I had same problem and thought the spring was it but in reality it ended up getting shipped to Jeremi and rebuilt as I blew the clutch lol. It only slipped from 1-2 everything else was good, just an FYI
 
Msvenom97

Msvenom97

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Why would this trans fail..It only has 87000 miles on it..I am the 2nd owner..Elderly Original owners...garage kept and paperwork for Lincoln maintenance....UGHHHHHHHHH!!!:eek:
 
budpytko

budpytko

Super Senior Associate
Here's a wild-AZZED guess..... UNDER use! These things do not like to be parked. Daily and NOT babied is what they love! Under use dries out seals and "O" rings. Lubrication isn't as good..... MAYBE?
 
HOTLNC

HOTLNC

LOD Officer
Msvenom97 said:
Why would this trans fail..It only has 87000 miles on it..I am the ND owner..Elderly Original owners...garage kept and paperwork for Lincoln maintenance....UGHHHHHHHHH!!!:eek:
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According to the research I did on HOTLNC it had a tranny replaced at 36,000 miles. It had 58K when I bought it.
 
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