what could cause my car not to crank after replaing transmission

Asked by rickyking3179 Apr 05, 2016 at 07:38 PM about the 2001 Lincoln LS V8

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I had my transmission replaced but it want started with the key but it you jump it from the starter it will crank but only take off in 2 gear

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take it back to who did the work...

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There is a neutral safety switch which only allows a car to crank in park or neutral. It sounds like a prime suspect, and probably needs adjustment or replacement. I would take it back to whoever worked on it and tell them you need a loaner until it's fixed.

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