I HAVE AN 1997 DODGE RAM 1500 TRUCK AND IT GOES INTO GEAR BUT MOVE VERY SLOW IF AT ALL AND MAKES A NOSE WHEN IN REVERSE

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Some cars,MBnz,have it where the gear selector connects to (under console where gearshift goes). I'd go to the dealer and ask parts' man to show you it then you may see how it works.. Some cars have it where the reverse position of the gear shaft,on transmission,makes contact to the reverse light switch. I'd start with dealer parts' man. Hope this helps. Alberto

take bottom pan off clean out your pressure sensor .. tends to get mini metl flakes caught up in there wich is also a bad sign that your tranny is going out but this will buy you atleast another 2 to 3 months

it could need a tune up (ie. plugs and wires) dodge also has a coomon ****** problem and that would explain the winding sound

if this is a manual the synchros for reverse gear could be going bad

If the truck feels like it is taking off in second gear and will not shift into third then the transmission may be in fail safe or limp in mode. This is generally due to an electrical or control failure in the system. If it is slipping in first and not shifting into third or overdrive then you would have an internal issue. Either way, you are going to need professional diagnosis. If servicing has not helped then I would guess you need professional help on this one.
Sorry and good luck.

I also have a 97 Ram that did the same thing. First thing to do is add a trans cooler and remove the rubber lines at the radiator. If you feel the truck takes off in 2nd gear you need to replace the transducer and governor pressure switch inside the trans pan on the pass side of the valve body.

check for a faulty valve body. there is a tech service bulletin for your problem. obtain a chilton's, or haynes repair manual specific to your truck, in the general maint. section you will find how to perform this operation. it is fairly simple. (if i can do it) adjust both bands then start/engage the reverse to see if this solves the problem. the TSB can be found on any internet site that features them. ex. type dodge ram tsb's and you will be on the right track. if this does not solve your problem, you could have a partially clogged trans coolant line as there is a check valve located within the return line that if it becomes clogged, will not allow fluid to enter the converter.

Synchronizer , damaged reverse gear