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2000 FORD THUNDERBIRD

5.0L V8FWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor588Torque529Fluid6DTC724Battery1Maintenance0Recalls0
P0733high severityPowertrain

Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio

on 2000 Ford Thunderbird 5.0L V8 · FWD

What this code means

Incorrect gear ratio detected in 3rd gear.

Symptoms

  • Slipping in 3rd
  • Shift problems

Common causes

  • 3rd gear components worn
  • Solenoid issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Monitor gear ratio
  2. Test solenoids

Repair notes

Service transmission.

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