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Old Aug 5, 2015 | 10:16 AM
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Default AW4 Lock up issue

I have read dozens of threads and cannot get this solved. I'll try to make this brief.


I replaced my tranny(from a junk yard) almost a year ago and ever since I've had issues with it regarding lock-up. I've replaced the solenoids, the throttle position sensor and have drained the fluids and a new filter 3 times.


It works fine for the first ten minutes of driving but after that it will not stay in lock-up. The only time it has functioned right is after my last fluid and filter change and I did not get the cooling line seated properly into their ports. It ran great on a 40 mile drive and then I noticed I was spraying fluid, crawled under it and found that the lines weren't fully into their ports. Ever since reattaching them it still will not stay in lock-up.


From my readings I have narrowed it down to only two more options. Replace my tranny cooler or my torque converter is shot.


Looking for advice before I spend any more money or waste any more time.


Thanks in advance!


Cory
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Old Aug 5, 2015 | 10:29 AM
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Have you adjusted your brake light switch?
The torque converter lockup signal goes through the normally closed contacts of that switch.
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Old Aug 5, 2015 | 10:36 AM
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Never even heard of it through all I've read. Is there a write up?
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Old Aug 5, 2015 | 10:45 AM
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No, just a matter of looking at it to see what size wrench you'll need.
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Old Aug 5, 2015 | 10:52 AM
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Ok I'll checked it out. Thanks!!
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Old Aug 5, 2015 | 01:35 PM
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No, just a matter of looking at it to see what size wrench you'll need.




Also, do you know which direction it'll need to be adjusted and what I need to look for?
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