My 940 200,000 mile auto transmission does not shift into third gear until high rpm's (around 60 mph). Will shift if let up on accelerator. If hold accelerator at say 50 mph, won't shift until let up or get up to higher speed.

I know it's long overdue for trany filter (one of those things I forgot about - until trany acted up). Is there anything else I should check before commiting it to the mechanic.

Thanks again guys.

Check the kickdown cable. Mine came disconnected once. Also make sure the kickdown and throttle cables are in the cam groves properly. Also check the fluid level to ensure it's not too low or too high. Consider cleaning the filter and doing a flush (see FAQ) Then I would check making an adjustment to the cable itself (se FAQs). Also make sure the cable sheaths are properly seated so that they do not bind the cable.

Tom

Thanks Tom. I looked at the FAQ's and will start with a flush and filter cleaning.

I did not have a clue till I read hip82's post but I did have two fords that did the exact same thing it was the kickdown cable on both of them.
it's worth a look.
Bret
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rust free in west Texas

It would be great if that is all it is.