20 Most Recent 1985 Ford Econoline - Page 8 Questions & Answers

Check your fluid level. Then for physically taking action, some models have adjustable transmission bands inside the trans. These may be reached inside the trans when changing the screen filters or cleaning them. Some models have external adjusters. Typically involving tightening the bands to a certain torque amount and then backing off the adjuster a specified number of turns.There are some chemical additives of questionable value claiming to fix these problems. I would go to 3 places for estimates. Some transmissions have no adjustments and your trans may be on its last leg. Used transmissions out of a wreck or a Rebuild may be options.

simple solution try another sensor or measure the temp when the gauge reads hot and compare

check that the floats needle/seats are not blocked. check main jets for blockage. I would be checking the carby as carbys left standing for a period of time build up corrosion inside and tend to have blockage problems until cleaned out.

Find the reason for the fault in the alternator. Visually inspect the drive belt and check the belt tension. Pulleys do not normally rear out unless they have broken flanges./ Have the alternator output check by an auto electrician. before you spend big dollars

Could be an internal trans issueTorque Converter possiblyDrag the brake & stay on the gas goinginto high gear,that turns off the TTC

you tube on internet can help.just type in your vechicle year model type.you tube has 5 to 10 minute clips show you how route battery cables.

does the van starts after is quits, does it crank or does the engine turnover?

You have power in and out of the neutral safety switch for the backup light circuit ?

The temp sensor for the computer and the sensor for the gauge should be near the thermostat housing depending on the year and engine size.

either your switch or window motor have gone bad. remove switch and using a test light with ignition key on test power coming out of switch by pushing window switch up and touching wire on switch it should light the test light ( wire on test light must be grounded I like to hook it on parts where door opens to get a good ground) than test down on switch by pushing switch down and touching wire on switch again it should light test light . If it lights when switch is pushed up and down switch is good and motor is bad .if switch will not light when pushed down but does light when pushed up replace switch . if this was helpful please leave me good feed back

check your switch ( change)