Symptom Chart: Automatic Transmission
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices.
REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
In most circumstances the PCM/ TCM sets a DTC to help guide with diagnostics. Refer to the DTC Chart before using the Symptom Chart. The Condition column lists the vehicle condition. The Action column refers to a pinpoint test. Each pinpoint test lists the possible symptoms and the components that can cause each symptom. The components are listed in order of disassembly.
Symptom Chart
Customer Symptom | Actions |
No Engagement - Forward | GO to Pinpoint Test A |
No Engagement - Reverse | GO to Pinpoint Test B |
No Engagement - Both Forward and Reverse | GO to Pinpoint Test C |
Engagement Quality - Forward | GO to Pinpoint Test D |
Engagement Quality - Reverse | GO to Pinpoint Test E |
Engagement Quality - Both Forward and Reverse | GO to Pinpoint Test F |
Engagement Quality - Park | GO to Pinpoint Test G |
Upshift Quality - Single Gear Affected | GO to Pinpoint Test H |
Downshift Quality - Single Gear Affected | GO to Pinpoint Test I |
Upshift Quality - Multiple Gears Affected | GO to Pinpoint Test J |
Downshift Quality - Multiple Gears Affected | GO to Pinpoint Test J |
Torque Converter Clutch Operation | GO to Pinpoint Test K |
Transmission Fluid Contaminated, Leaking, Overheating | GO to Pinpoint Test L |
Noise, Vibration, Harshness | GO to Pinpoint Test M |
Other Concerns | GO to Pinpoint Test N |
Pinpoint Tests
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
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Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). |
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
Possible Sources
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Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). |
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
Possible Sources
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Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). |
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
Possible Sources
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Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). |
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
Possible Sources
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Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). |
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
Possible Sources
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Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). |
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
Possible Sources
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Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). |
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
Possible Sources
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Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). |
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
Possible Sources
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Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). |
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
Possible Sources
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Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). |
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
Possible Sources
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Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). |
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
Possible Sources
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Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). |
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
Possible Sources
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Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). |
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
Possible Sources
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Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). |
Passive Key
The passive key operates the power locks and the remote start system. The passive key must be in your vehicle to use the push button start.
Note: You may not be able to shift out of park (P) unless the passive key is inside your vehicle.