So my 2002 4.7L dakota sport today began to refuse shifting into overdrive (did eventually) and is lacking power. The truck also appears to pull forward when shifting and once and a while sputters very quickly (assuming that's due to low fluid) checked the trans fluid and it's low again. I've filled it up multiple times now and even added lucas trans fix and everything. But somehow fluid keeps disappearing and there is no signs of leaking fluid. The coolant smells and looks normal. Any input is much appreciated!

 

no signs that it's getting flung out the tailshaft seal?

 

It's a 4x4 so it should be in the transfer case which I should check tomorrow. Just changes the transfer case fluid not too long ago cause it was low and gross. The trans pan seems moist but not wet or as if it's leaking