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Rough, Harsh, and/or Delayed 1-2 Upshift
1989 Mercury Cougar/XR7 V6-232 3.8LSECTION Rough, Harsh, and/or Delayed 1-2 Upshift
ROUGH, HARSH, AND/OR DELAYED 1-2 UPSHIFT
1. Improper fluid level.
2. Poor engine performance.
3. Incorrectly adjusted or damaged throttle linkage.
4. Main control pressure too high.
5. Sticking governor valve.
6. Valve body bolts improperly torqued.
7. Valve body dirty or valves sticking.
1. Improper fluid level.
2. Poor engine performance.
3. Incorrectly adjusted or damaged throttle linkage.
4. Main control pressure too high.
5. Sticking governor valve.
6. Valve body bolts improperly torqued.
7. Valve body dirty or valves sticking.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.