air condition FORD MUSTANG 2003 Workshop Manual

Shift Concerns: Some/All Shifts Missing
Possible Component Reference/Action
210 —
ELECTRICAL ROUTINE Powertrain Control System
·
Electrical inputs/outputs,
vehicle wiring harnesses, PCM,
shift solenoids, output shaft
speed (OSS) sensor, digital TR
sensor ·
Carry out Self-Test; refer to the Powertrain Control/Emissions
Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual for diagnosis and testing of the
Powertrain Control System. Go To Pinpoint Test A ,
Go To Pinpoint Test C or
Go To Pinpoint Test E . Repair as
required. Clear DTCs, road test and repeat Self- Test. 310 —
HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE Fluid
·
Incorrect level ·
Adjust fluid to correct level. ·
Condition ·
Inspect condition of fluid. Shift Linkage, Digital TR Sensor
·
Damaged or incorrectly
adjusted ·
Inspect and repair as required. Verify transmission shift cable
adjustment; refer to Section 307 - 05 . Adjust transmission shift
cable as necessary. After repairing transmission shift cable,
verify that the digital TR sensor is correctly adjusted. Adjust
the digital TR sensor as necessary. ·
Refer to the following shift routine(s) for further diagnosis:
„ Shift 1- 2, Routine 220/320
„ Shift 2- 3, Routine 221/321
„ Shift 3- 4, Routine 222/322
„ Shift 4- 3, Routine 223/323
„ Shift 3- 2, Routine 224/324
„ Shift 2- 1, Routine 225/325
Shift Concerns: Timing Concerns — Early/Late Possible Component Reference/Action
211 —
ELECTRICAL ROUTINE Powertrain Control System
·
Electrical inputs/outputs,
vehicle wiring harnesses,
PCM, shift solenoids, EPC
solenoid, TFT sensor, OSS ·
Carry out Self- Test. Refer to the Powertrain Control/Emissions
Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual for diagnosis and testing of the
Powertrain Control System. Go To Pinpoint Test A ,
Go To Pinpoint Test C or
Go To Pinpoint Test E . Repair as required.
Clear DTCs, road test and repeat Self- Test. 311 —
HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE Other
·
Tire size change, axle ratio
change ·
Verify vehicle has original equipment. Refer to Certification
Label and Safety Standard Certification Label. Changes in tire
size or axle ratio will affect shift timing. Fluid
·
Incorrect level ·
Adjust fluid to correct level. ·
Condition ·
Inspect condition of fluid. Powertrain Control System
·
Engine driveability concerns ·
Refer to Routine 253. Klj . 11 ba
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Incorrect Pressures
·
Line pressure, EPC pressure ·
Check pressure at line and EPC taps; refer to Line Pressure
Chart for specifications. If not OK, check the main controls. If
OK, refer to the shift routine(s) for further diagnosis:
„ Shift 1- 2, Routine 320
„ Shift 2- 3, Routine 321
„ Shift 3- 4, Routine 322
„ Shift 4- 3, Routine 323
„ Shift 3- 2, Routine 324
„ Shift 2- 1, Routine 325 Main Controls
·
EPC solenoid, stuck or
damaged hydraulically or
mechanically ·
Inspect for damage, contamination. Carry out EPC tests in
Routine No. 211. Repair as required. ·
Valves, accumulators, seals
stuck or damaged or
assembled incorrectly ·
Inspect for damage. Repair as required. ·
Gaskets damaged ·
Inspect for damage and install a new gasket. ·
Solenoid screen blocked or
damaged ·
Clean or install a new screen.
Shift Concerns: Timing Concerns — Erratic/Hunting Possible Component Reference/Action
212 —
ELECTRICAL ROUTINE Powertrain Control System
·
Electrical inputs/outputs, vehicle
wiring harnesses, PCM, shift
solenoids, torque converter clutch
(TCC) solenoid, digital TR sensor,
output shaft speed (OSS) ·
Carry out Self- Test. Refer to the Powertrain
Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual for
diagnosis. Go To Pinpoint Test A ,
Go To Pinpoint Test C or
Go To Pinpoint Test E . Repair as required. Clear
DTCs, road test and repeat Self- Test. ·
Poor engine performance ·
Refer to Routine 253. 312 —
HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE Fluid
·
Incorrect level ·
Adjust fluid to correct level. ·
Condition ·
Inspect condition of fluid. Main Controls
·
Valves, accumulators, seals,
assembled wrong, stuck or
damaged ·
Inspect for damage. Repair as required. ·
Gaskets damaged ·
Inspect for damage and install a new gasket. ·
Solenoid screen blocked or
damaged ·
Clean or install a new screen. Torque Converter Clutch
·
Torque converter ·
Refer to Torque Converter Operation Concerns:
Cycling/Shudder/Chatter Hydraulic/Mechanical Routine
342. Specific Shifts
·
Refer to the following shift routine(s) for further diagnosis: Klj . 12 ba
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Shift 1- 2, Routine 320
„ Shift 2- 3, Routine 321
„ Shift 3- 4, Routine 322
„ Shift 4- 3, Routine 323
„ Shift 3- 2, Routine 324
„ Shift 2- 1, Routine 325
Shift Concerns: Feel — Soft/Slipping Possible Component Reference/Action
213 —
ELECTRICAL ROUTINE Powertrain Control System
·
Electrical inputs/outputs,
vehicle wiring harnesses,
PCM, EPC solenoid, OSS ·
Carry out Self- Test. Refer to the Powertrain Control/Emissions
Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual for diagnosis and testing of the
Powertrain Control System. Go To Pinpoint Test D or
Go To Pinpoint Test E . Repair as required. Clear DTCs, road test and
repeat Self- Test. ·
Engine driveability concerns ·
Refer to Routine 253. 313 —
HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE Fluid
·
Incorrect level ·
Adjust fluid to correct level. ·
Condition ·
Inspect condition of fluid. Incorrect Pressures
·
Low line pressure, low EPC
pressure ·
Check pressures at line and EPC taps; refer to Line Pressure
Chart for specifications. If pressures are low or all shifts are
soft/slipping, go to main controls. If pressures are OK and a
specific shift is soft/slipping, refer to the following routine(s) for
further diagnosis:
„ Shift 1- 2, Routine 320
„ Shift 2- 3, Routine 321
„ Shift 3- 4, Routine 322
„ Shift 4- 3, Routine 323
„ Shift 3- 2, Routine 324
„ Shift 2- 1, Routine 325 Main Controls
·
Main regulator valve,
overdrive servo regulator
valve stuck, damaged or
assembled incorrectly ·
Inspect for damage. Repair as required. ·
EPC solenoid stuck or
damaged ·
Inspect for damage and contamination. Carry out EPC tests in
Routine 213. Repair as required. Case
·
1- 2 accumulator stuck or
damaged ·
Inspect for damage. Repair as required. Filter and Seal Assembly
·
Filter plugged, damaged ·
Inspect for damage. Install a new filter as required. ·
Seal damaged or cut ·
Inspect for damage. Replace as required. Klj . 13 ba
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Shift Concerns: Feel —
Harsh Possible Component Reference/Action
214 —
ELECTRICAL ROUTINE Powertrain Control System
·
Electrical inputs/outputs,
vehicle wiring harnesses,
PCM, EPC solenoid, OSS ·
Carry out Self- Test. Refer to the Powertrain Control/Emissions
Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual for diagnosis and testing of the
Powertrain Control System. Go To Pinpoint Test D or
Go To Pinpoint Test E . Repair as required. Clear DTCs, road test and
repeat Self- Test. ·
Engine driveability concerns ·
Refer to Routine 253. 314 —
HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE Fluid
·
Incorrect level ·
Adjust fluid to correct level. ·
Condition ·
Inspect condition of fluid. Incorrect Pressures
·
High line pressure, high EPC
pressure ·
Check pressures at line and EPC taps. See the to Line Pressure
Chart for specifications. If pressures are high or all shifts are
harsh, go to Main Controls. If pressures are OK and a specific
shift is harsh, refer to the following shift routine(s) for further
diagnosis:
„ Shift 1- 2, Routine 320
„ Shift 2- 3, Routine 321
„ Shift 3- 4, Routine 322
„ Shift 4- 3, Routine 323
„ Shift 3- 2, Routine 324
„ Shift 2- 1, Routine 325 Main Controls
·
Main regulator valve,
overdrive servo regulator
valve stuck, damaged or
assembled incorrectly ·
Inspect for damage. Repair as required. ·
EPC solenoid stuck or
damaged ·
Inspect for damage or contamination. Carry out EPC tests in
Routine 214. Repair as required.
Shift Concerns: No 1st Gear, Engages In Higher Gear Possible Component Reference/Action
215 —
ELECTRICAL ROUTINE Powertrain Control System
·
Electrical inputs/outputs, vehicle
wiring harnesses, PCM, shift
solenoids, digital transmission
range TR sensor ·
Carry out Self- Test. Refer to the Powertrain
Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual for diagnosis
and testing of the Powertrain Control System. Go To Pinpoint Test A or
Go To Pinpoint Test C . Repair as
required. Clear DTCs, road test and repeat Self- Test. 315 —
HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE Shift Linkage, Digital TR Sensor
·
Damaged or incorrectly adjusted ·
Inspect and repair as required. Verify transmission shift cable
adjustment. Refer to Section 307 - 05 . Adjust transmission
shift cable as necessary. After repairing transmission shift
cable, verify that the digital TR sensor is correctly adjusted. Klj . 14 ba
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No end clearance ·
Inspect converter and install a new or remanufactured torque
converter as required. ·
Piston plate damaged or stuck
to cover ·
If cover is heat- stained, install a new converter and determine
the cause of the overheat condition.
Torque Converter Clutch Operation Concerns: Cycling/Shudder/Chatter Possible Component Reference/Action
242 —
ELECTRICAL ROUTINE Powertrain Control System
·
Electrical inputs/outputs, vehicle
wiring harnesses, PCM, torque
converter clutch (TCC) solenoid,
OSS ·
Carry out Self-Test. Refer to the Powertrain
Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual for
diagnosis and testing of the Powertrain Control System.
Go To Pinpoint Test E . Repair as required. Clear
DTCs, road test and repeat Self- Test. ·
Speed control equipped vehicles ·
Evaluate with speed control off. 342 —
HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE Fluid
·
Condition ·
Inspect fluid condition. If burnt, drain fluid and converter.
Install a new fluid and filter assembly. Bring vehicle to
normal operating temperature. Carry out Transmission
Drive Cycle Test. Carry out Transmission Self- Test. If
condition still exists, continue diagnostics. Main Controls
·
Solenoid pressure regulator valve,
No. 7 check ball, bypass clutch
control valve and plunger, converter
pressure limit valve stuck, damaged
or assembled incorrectly ·
Inspect for damage. Repair as required. ·
Bolts not tightened to specifications ·
Tighten bolts to specifications. ·
Solenoid screen blocked or damaged ·
Clean or install a new screen. ·
TCC solenoid malfunction ·
Activate solenoid using scan tool. If solenoid operation
cannot be felt when placing hand on solenoid, install a
new solenoid. Inspect O- rings for damage. Repair as
required. ·
Gaskets damaged ·
Inspect for damage and install a new gasket. Pump Assembly
·
Bolts not tightened to specification ·
Tighten bolts to specification. ·
Porosity/cross leaks, missing balls or
leaking ·
Inspect for porosity/leaks or missing balls. Install a new
pump as required. ·
Gaskets damaged ·
Inspect for damage and install a new gasket. Input Shaft
·
Seals damaged ·
Inspect for damage. Repair as required. Torque Converter
·
Excessive end clearance ·
Inspect converter. Install a new or re- manufactured
torque converter as required.
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mechanism damaged
Main Controls
·
Manual valve stuck or
damaged ·
Inspect for damage. Repair as required. ·
Bolts not tightened to
specifications ·
Tighten bolts to specifications.
Other Concerns: External Leaks Possible Component Reference/Action
252 —
ELECTRICAL ROUTINE Powertrain Control System
·
Electrical inputs/outputs, sensor
seals leaking (digital TR, OSS,
vehicle speed sensor VSS, if
equipped, or transmission connector) ·
Inspect for leakage and repair as required. 352 —
HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE Case
·
Case vent, case porosity, case
cracked ·
Check the vent for free breathing. Check the fluid level.
Check the transmission for overheat conditions. Repair
as required. Seals/Gaskets
·
Leakage at gaskets, seals, etc. (refer
to external sealing illustration for
potential leak locations) ·
Remove all traces of lubricant on exposed surfaces of
the transmission. Check the vent for free breathing.
Operate the transmission at normal temperatures and
perform fluid leakage check. Repair as required. Other
·
Cooler fitting, cooler lines pressure
tap, converter drain plug, band
anchor pins ·
Locate the source of the leak. Repair as required.
Other Concerns: Poor Vehicle Performance Possible Component Reference/Action
253 —
ELECTRICAL ROUTINE Powertrain Control System
·
Electrical inputs/outputs, vehicle
wiring harnesses, shift solenoids,
digital TR sensor, torque
converter clutch (TCC) solenoid,
transmission fluid temperature
(TFT) sensor ·
Carry out Self-Test. Refer to the Powertrain
Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual for diagnosis
and testing of the Powertrain Control System. Go To Pinpoint Test A ,
Go To Pinpoint Test B or
Go To Pinpoint Test C . Repair as required. Clear codes, road test and
repeat Self- Test. Also refer to Routines 241/341 Torque
Converter Operation Concern: Always Applied. ·
Engine driveability concerns ·
Inspect air intake/air filter system. Check the fuel system
and fuel pressure. Refer to the Powertrain
Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual. Inspect the
exhaust system for restriction. Refer to Section 309 - 00 .
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HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE Shift Linkage, Digital TR Sensor Klj . 27 ba
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Shift Linkage, Digital TR Sensor
·
Damaged or incorrectly adjusted ·
Inspect and repair as required. Verify transmission shift
cable adjustment; refer to Section 307 - 05 . Adjust
transmission shift cable as necessary. After repairing
transmission shift cable, verify that the digital TR sensor
is correctly adjusted. Adjust the digital TR sensor as
necessary. Park Mechanism
·
Output shaft ring, parking brake pawl,
parking pawl return spring, park rod
guide cup, parking pawl shaft,
parking pawl actuating rod, manual
lever detent spring damaged or
assembled incorrectly ·
Inspect for damage or incorrect assembly and repair as
required.
Other Concerns: Overheating Possible Component Reference/Action
257 —
ELECTRICAL ROUTINE Refer to Routine 240/340, Torque Converter Operation Concern: No Apply
357 —
HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE Fluid
·
Incorrect level ·
Adjust fluid to correct level. ·
Condition ·
Inspect condition of fluid. Other
·
Damaged, blocked or reversed cooler lines or
restriction in the transmission oil cooler ·
Inspect for damage and correct
installation. Repair as required. Vehicle Concerns Causing Engine Overheating
·
Refer to the appropriate engine
cooling section. Main Controls
·
Drain back valve, torque clutch control valve, converter
limit valve stuck, damaged or assembled incorrectly ·
Inspect for damage and repair as
required. Torque Converter Clutch
·
No apply ·
Refer to Routine 240/340. Klj . 30 ba
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IN-
VEHICLE REPAIR
Fluid Pan, Gasket and Filter
1. Normal maintenance requires periodic automatic transmission fluid changes. If a major repair, such as a clutch, band, bearing, etc., is required, the automatic transmission will also have to be
removed for repair. At this time, the torque converter, transmission cooler and tubes must be
thoroughly flushed to remove any dirt. The transmission fluid needs to be changed if evidence
of fluid contamination is found. When used under continuous or severe conditions, the
transmission and torque converter should be drained and refilled with fluid as specified.
2. CAUTION: Do not use any supplemental transmission fluid additives or cleaning
agents. The use of these products could cause internal transmission components to fail;
this will effect the operation of the transmission.
CAUTION: Use of a fluid other than specified could result in transmission failure.
Refer to the vehicle certification label affixed to the LH front door lock face panel or door pillar
for the transmission code.
3. When filling a dry transmission and torque converter, refer to General Specifications chart in this section for capacity. Check the fluid level.
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section 414 - 01 .
2. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 100 - 02 .
3. Place a drain pan under the transmission fluid pan.
4. Drain transmission fluid. zLoosen the transmission fluid pan bolts and allow fluid to drain. After fluid is drained
remove the bolts.
SECTION 307-
01: Automatic Transaxle/Transmission 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Material
Item Specification
MERCON® V Automatic
Transmission Fluid
XT
-5-QM, XT -5-DM MERCON® V Klj . 1 ba
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REMOVAL
Transmission
CAUTION: Whenever a transmission has been disassembled to install new parts the
transmission fluid cooler tubes must be cleaned and backflushed. Use a suitable torque
converter/fluid cooler cleaner. If equipped a new oil- to-air cooler must also be installed.
When internal wear or damage has occurred in the transmission, metal particles, clutch plate
material or band material may have been carried into the torque converter and fluid cooler.
These contaminants are a major cause of recurring transmission troubles and must be
removed from the system before the transmission is put back into use.
CAUTION: After transmission is removed for a major overhaul, it is important to
completely clean all transmission components, including torque converter, oil- to-air cooler if
equipped, cooler inlet tube, main control valve body, clutches and all coasting booster valve
shuttle balls after any transmission repair that generates contamination. These contaminants
are a major cause for recurring transmission concerns and must be removed from the system
before the transmission is returned to use.
The cleaning of foreign material from the direct clutch check ball is often omitted. This
omission can lead to repeat repair of the transmission.
If equipped a new oil- to-air cooler must be installed under the following conditions; for
installation refer to Section 307 - 02 .
z Evidence of transmission assembly or fluid contamination is found due to the following
transmission or converter failure modes:
„major metallic failure
„ multiple clutches or clutch plate failures
„ sufficient component wear which results in metallic contamination.
1. Place the transmission range selector lever in NEUTRAL.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section 414 - 01 .
3. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 100 - 02 .
4. Remove the dual converter Y pipe. For additional information, refer to Section 309 - 00 .
5. Disconnect the transmission harness electrical connector.
SECTION 307-
01: Automatic Transaxle/Transmission 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Special Tool(s)
Retainer, Torque Converter
307-
346 (T97T-7902- A) Klj . 1 ba
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
Transmission Cooling
Inspection and Verification
WARNING: Never remove the radiator cap under any conditions while the engine is
operating. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury and/or damage to
the cooling system or engine. To avoid having scalding hot coolant or steam blow out of the
radiator, use extreme care when removing the radiator cap from a hot radiator. Wait until the
engine has cooled, then wrap a thick cloth around the radiator cap and turn it slowly to the first
stop. Step back while the pressure is released from the cooling system. When you are certain
all the pressure has been released, press down on the radiator cap (with a cloth), turn and
remove.
The transmission fluid cooler is integral to the radiator (8005). Whenever leaks or damage to the
radiator are found, install an entire new radiator. For additional information, refer to Section 303 - 03A or
Section 303 - 03B .
Symptom Chart SECTION 307-
02: Transaxle/Transmission Cooling 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual SYMPTOM CHART
Condition
Possible Sources Action
z Transmission
Overheating z
Damaged radiator. zREPAIR or install a new
radiator. For additional
information, REFER to
Section 303 - 03A or
Section 303 - 03B .
z System leaks. zINSPECT for leaks. REPAIR
as necessary.
z Incorrect fluid level. zADJUST to proper level.
z Fluid condition. zINSPECT according to
instructions under Fluid
Condition Check. REFER to
Section 307 - 01 .
z Damaged, blocked,
reversed, leaking or
restricted cooler lines
or cooler tubes. z
INSPECT cooler lines and
tubes. REPAIR or flush as
necessary.
z Engine concerns
causing transmission
to overheat. z
INSPECT engine cooling
system. For additional
information, REFER to
Section 303 - 03A or
Section 303 - 03B .
z Excessive towing
loads. z
CHECK gross vehicle weight.
z Incorrect idle or
performance. z
REFER to the Powertrain
Control/Emissions Diagnosis
(PC/ED) manual. Klj . 1 ba
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