Transmission Linkage

[scubscout53]

my 96 Bronco, 351 Windsor, when I put the column shifter in"D" I have to bump it up slightly or it starts in 2nd gear and doesn't shift out of it. I dealt with it since I bought it four years ago but recently it started jumping into neutral. Hoping it's a simple adjustment. I looked where the linkage connects to the transmission but don't think I can do anything there so I assume I'll have to be a contortionist and get under the column?

 

[miesk5]

Yo Scuba Scout
See https://diesel-dave.com/vehic/manual/stj/stj71a24.htm
Shift Concerns: No 1st Gear In Drive, Engages In Higher Gear

Possible Component​	Reference/Action​
215 — ELECTRICAL ROUTINE​
Powertrain Control System​	​
Electrical inputs/outputs, vehicle wiring harnesses, powertrain control module, shift solenoid 1, shift solenoid 2, transmission range sensor	Run On-Board Diagnostics. Refer to Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis Manual for diagnosis. Perform Service Manual Pinpoint Tests A and D using the Rotunda Transmission Tester 007-00085, Cable and Overlay 007-00107 and the Transmission Range (TR) Sensor Cable "B" (MLPS Manual Lever Position Sensor Cable) 007-00086 or equivalents as outlined in this manual. Service as required. Clear codes, road test and rerun On-Board Diagnostics.
315 — HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE​
Shift Linkage (Internal/External) or Cables, Transmission Range (TR) Sensor​	​
Damaged, not connected, misadjusted	Inspect and service as required. Verify linkage adjustment as outlined. After servicing linkage, verify that the transmission range (TR) sensor is properly adjusted. Refer to In-Vehicle Service in this section.
Main Controls​	​
Bolts not tightened to specification	Retighten bolts to specification.
Gaskets damaged, misaligned	Inspect for damage and replace.
Shift solenoid 1, shift solenoid 2 stuck or damaged	Refer to Electrical Routine No. 215.
Solenoid regulator valve, 2-3 shift valve, 3-4 shift valve, D2 valve — stuck, missing, misassembled, damaged	Inspect for damage. Service as required.
Air bleeds for S1-S2 circuits missing	Inspect for damage. Replace case.
Wrong components used in rebuild	Verify that proper components were used. Service as required.
Mechanical​	​
Band servo, clutches damaged	Refer to proper disassembly procedures in this section.
For diagnosis related to a specific gear, use Transmission Tester to determine gear​	Refer to the following routine(s) for further diagnosis ●No Shift 1-2, Routine 220/320 No Shift 2-3, Routine 221/321 No Shift 3-4, Routine 222/322​
Reverse Ring Gear​	​
Damaged gear lugs to reverse carrier	Inspect for damage. Service as required.
Low One-Way Clutch​	​
Damaged, misassembled	Inspect for damage, proper assembly. Service as required.

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Shift Concerns: No 1-2 Shift (Automatic)

Possible Component​	Reference/Action​
220 — ELECTRICAL ROUTINE​
Powertrain Control System​	​
Electrical inputs/outputs, vehicle wiring harnesses, powertrain control module, throttle position sensor, vehicle speed sensor, shift solenoid 1, shift solenoid 2	Run On-Board Diagnostics. Refer to Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis Manual for diagnosis. Perform Service Manual Pinpoint Test A using Rotunda Transmission Tester 007-00085 and Cable and Overlay 007-00107 or equivalents as outlined in this section. Service as required. Clear codes, road test and rerun On-Board Diagnostics.
320 — HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE​
Shift Linkage (Internal/External) or Cable​	​
Damage, misadjusted Transmission Range (TR) sensor damaged, misadjusted	Inspect for damage. Service as required. Verify linkage adjustment as outlined. After servicing linkage, verify that the transmission range (TR) sensor is properly adjusted. Refer to In-Vehicle Service in this section.
Main Controls​	​
Bolts not tightened to specification	Retighten bolts to specification.
Gaskets damaged, misaligned	Inspect for damage and replace.
Shift solenoid 2 malfunction	Refer to Electrical Routine No. 220.
D2 valve, 1-2 shift valve, 1-2 manual transition valve, intermediate clutch accumulator regulator valves, springs — stuck, damaged, missing or misassembled	Inspect for damage. Service as required.
Air bleed for shift solenoid 2 circuit damaged or missing	Inspect for damage. Replace case.
Wrong parts used in rebuild	Verify that proper parts were used.
Intermediate Clutch Assembly​	​
Assembly	Air check clutch assembly as outlined in this section.
Seals or piston damaged	Inspect for damage. Service as required.
Friction elements worn, missing, damaged, misassembled	Inspect for damage. Service as required.
Ball check stuck/missing	Inspect for damage. Service as required.
Feedbolt torque incorrect, leaks, missing	Inspect and retighten bolts as required.
Cylinder assembly outer diameter/case bore damaged, leaking	Inspect for damage. Service as required.
Intermediate One-Way Clutch Assembly​	​
Cage/sprags damaged, improperly assembled on inner race	Inspect for damage. Service as required.
Improper components used in rebuild	Verify that proper components are used.

 

[scubscout53]

I think my problem would be in this category but I don't have the manual to look at the procedure to adjust:

315 — HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE
Shift Linkage (Internal/External) or Cables, Transmission Range (TR) Sensor I've seen videos where there are two screws under the column that can get loose. I'm going to check them also.

 

[miesk5]

Yo Scuba,
See 96 Bronco Workshop Manual DIAGNOSIS @ https://diesel-dave.com/vehic/manual/stj/stjh1038.htm#extract_1440