Hi all

Out of the blue the red tranny over temp light came on, so I checked the fluid level which was on the low side. Topped it up with fluid. Drove a little while, the light flickered and then came back on permanently again.

Any ideas would be appreciated

Many Thanks

2004 SLT 4.7L 205000 miles

 

Since you don't mention service history, I'd try dropping the pan, change the filters and refill.

 

OK thanks for the advice. Ive read also it could be a PCM going bad, is that a possibility too?

 

How about your coolant level and condition?

 

Does the trans fluid smell burnt. A slipping trans makes heat. Could simply be a bad sensor.

 

No not burnt or slipping, Gear change is nice and smooth and a good change up and down and the color is nice and reddish. It went off all day yesterday then today i get in it start it up and the lights on again

 

Well, if it came on with a cold start, it's obviously not overheated. I would find the location of the sensor and replace it.

 

Thanks 66three83

And thanks everyone for your help and advice