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why does my bronco do this...

Posted: Mon Oct 06, 2008 7:56 pm
by kolton
1987 bronco II, 2.9L overdrive 4x4, manual 5 speed

so ive fixed all of the exposed wires and cleaned all of the connectors to and from the starter, starter relay, and the battery. And it keeps shorting out, i have to disconnect the brand new battery, reconnect it, check for spark on the starter relay. then it will start like a pro, but if i shut it off, most of the time, i have to start the process all over again.

very frustrating, any suggestions.


and how might you check/change the transmission fluid?

Re: why does my bronco do this...

Posted: Tue Oct 07, 2008 9:24 pm
by lostexan
I have no clue about your electrical problem

But

Heres a few good write ups for your tranny
http://www.expertvillage.com/video/1117 ... unting.htm
http://www.howtodothings.com/automotive ... fluid.html

Being a manual tranny there should be a plug on the top side of it you can stick your finger in and feel for it. If you cant feel it u need to add. I would suggest just changing it.

Re: why does my bronco do this...

Posted: Wed Oct 08, 2008 12:15 am
by kolton
fixed the electric problem and thanks for the sites for the tranny, mutch appreciated.

i had to take appart the relay completley and clean all the metal, so i could get a straight solid connection