I have a 1996 dodge ram 1500 I am having trouble with my Trans. When I start it when cold I don't have reverse in less I get it a bunch if gas and then it will go and then when I get to a stop sign it will kick in to nuterel and then again I have to give it gas to kick in and then once u get on the high way it takes for ever to shift out of first and second. If it is warm out it works fine or onces the truck gets warm it works fine. Can someone give me any ideas or help or do I need to look for a new Trans. Thank u

 

Check fluid level. (in neutral) Whens the last time fluid/filter were changed? How many miles on the truck?

 

And make sure the throttle valve cable is hooked up.

 

The truck has over 2 hundred thousand on it. I cant remember the last time the it was changed. The fliud dont smell burnt. I will look into the things u said. I hope it is something small. Thank u for all your help if u think of anything more let me know please and than

 

I can think of a number of things, but check the things mentioned already as they are basic things that must be right before going any further.