Bad torque converter lock up solenoid the solenoid that allows the torque converter to lock up is often the culprit. To clarify this is a permanent fix in such that even a new case or sleeving the case will wear out in time same as the orings on these modified. Random intermittent transmission solenoid problems ford explorer. Transmission solenoid problem of the 2006 ford explorer 2. Ford explorer automatic transmission solenoid at solenoids. I got the truck new in 2006 and in less then 1 year had to have the radiator replaced. Often, only the solenoid will need to be replaced, but this repair can still cost.
Had it at a dealership to reflashreprogram in november 20. Although fewer complaints are received regarding other model year vehicles, such as the 2003 and 2004 ford explorer, problems do occur, and transmission issues rank high on the list. Ford just found the only way to make everyone hate manuals carbuzz. Dorman 924707 shift interlock solenoid for select ford. Sep 16, 20 both these models were available in either a 5speed manual or 5speed automatic transmission. How to replace solenoid for transmission of ford explorer fixya. Ford explorer transmission solenoid problems part 1. Transmission solenoid problems of the 2002 ford explorer. Ford explorer transmission problems and repair descriptions. Transmission solenoid problems of the 2006 ford explorer.
The ford explorer had many problems throughout the production years, with the 2002 2006 years causing the most issues for owners and mechanics. If your transmission is in need of repair, dont compromise the performance and safety of your car with suspect, offbrand replacement parts. The cost of a repair can be enormous, especially if you have it done by a dealership. Table of contents manual heating and air conditioning automatic temperature control auxiliary passenger climate control rear window defroster lights headlamps turn signal control bulb replacement driver controls windshield wiperwasher control steering wheel adjustment power windows mirrors speed control 2010 explorer exp owners guide, 2nd printing usa fus. Twin transmission is known as the transmission king in charlotte nc. Many technical service bulletins tsb and consumer reports cite problems with the solenoid in some mercury models such a.
If so, then the force of gravity could be forcing your transmission to put pressure on the parking lock in the. How to replace solenoid for transmission of ford explorer. What are some common problems with the ford explorer. The way to recognize this problem is to check for an inability to downshift. The escape is a compact suv manufactured by ford since 2001. The worst complaints are transmission, cooling system, and engine problems. Ford 2010 explorer owners manual pdf download manualslib. Rattling noises coming from the transmission if rattling noises strangely disappears as soon as you let off the gas, this could cause other 2006 ford explorer problems. Seven common problems with the ford 4r55e transmission the. When i started the truck, the gear shifter moved freely, but the gears would not enga. What you need to know about fords powershift transmission problems. Engine stalls when fault transmission is pulled into drive at idle. We have hooked up a autel maxisys pro scanner and it shows the shifter is sending the proper signals parkneutral, reverse, auto 1, manual 3. When it comes to your ford explorer, you want parts and products from only trusted brands.
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According to the autobeef website, the most frequent complaint by ford escape owners involves problems with the transmission. Common problems with the ford explorer include transmission failure on explorers with more than 100,000 miles and wheelbearing failures on explorers after common problems with the ford explorer include transmission failure on explorers wit. Ford explorer 5r55s transmission solenoid pack replacement. Problems with 5speed automatic transmission are common. The 2006 is often considered the least reliable model due to the severity of problems, while the 2004 ford explorer has the mostreported issue of the. Ford explorer p0741 obdii transmission code diagnosis. Depending on whether youre using the truck for heavyduty activity, such as hauling large equipment, transmission issues can occ.
How do you identify a shift solenoid malfunction in a ford. Transmission parts for ford explorer for sale shop with. This is not a dvd it is a repair on a mini cd ford a4ld transmission foundin the to aerostar, ranger, mustang, bronco ii, and explorer. The pcm also receives input signals from various sensors and switches, located internally and externally, that affect proper transmission operation. New fits for bosch ford shift solenoid updated 5r55s 5r55w explorer 2002on us. The diagnosis was the pressure control solenoid po745ford dealer advise was to change the transmission. Ford explorer 5r55w 5 speed automatic transmission oem solenoid block 20012005. Ford explorer transmission solenoid problems ford 5r55s. Whats a transmission shift solenoid and why does it.
Ford explorer transmission solenoid, o2 sensor, speed. Automatic transmission linkage is the component that attaches a cable from the gear shifter to the transmission. Get the best deals on automatic transmission parts for 2006 ford mustang when you shop the largest online selection at. If your vehicle is equipped with the tire pressure monitoring system. The transmission solenoid controls the flow of transmission fluid throughout the transmission of a mercury automobile. Ford first introduced the viscous coupling in the 1997 ford explorer and mercury mountaineer awd vehicles. Get the best deals on transmission parts for ford explorer. Common ford truck transmission problems it still runs. Feb 24, 2012 on ford explorer i am getting codes relating to shift solenoid. When your ford expedition stalls at a stop, just as it would if it had a manual transmission and you neglected to push in the clutch, thats a sign that one of the solenoids is malfunctioning or has gone out. Common problems with ford explorer transmissions it still runs.
Solenoid strategy ford measures the flow rate for all of their solenoids used in the 6f30, 6f50, 6r80 and 6r140 applications. Is it physically impossible to move the gear shift into any other position. Heres a good video on how to diagnose and repair the tcc solenoid. Manual transmission 5 speed ford mustang 200510 only 77,822k miles, oem used fits. And it doesnt take much of a pressure variation to alter transmission performance in a big way. The most common transmission failure on the ford explorer. Jan 07, 2021 ford explorer ford transmission repair cost. Automatic transmission parts for 2006 ford mustang ebay. If it fails, then you will need to have your ford explorer fixed with a new, high quality automatic transmission solenoid that will restore the flow and the normal function of your automatic transmission under the most. To learn the secrets of satisfying shifters, we interviewed the engineers for the viper and gt350. The problem occurs when i am starting out on a slight incline. The transmission in the 2006 ford explorer isnt safe, the parts inside the tranny are plastic and it has a closed system so you cant change the fluid. Ford explorer 2006, automatic transmission control solenoid by standard. F2vy7g484a, f4az7g484a, f5az7g484a, f7az7g484aa quantity sold.
Ford explorer problems with 5speed automatic transmission are common 177 reports. I have 3 codes, po 761 shift solenoid c, and po153 slow response bank 2 sensor 1, and p500 speed sensor. This part controls the flow of fluids throughout the transmission system and can function for a long time without any problems. It has done only 44,000 miles and i had a transmission specialist check everything over who said everything looks great. Mar 25, 2020 if the solenoid is stuck, fluid cant enter the transmission valve body and pressurize the appropriate gear. Ford explorer transmission solenoid advance auto parts. Page 229 therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in p park or the manual transmission is in gear. How a shift solenoid works in an automatic transmission. Purchased this vehicle 2006 ford explorer in november 2006 while still under warranty as a used car and experienced no problems until the first part of june 2007. How to diagnose a ford expedition transmission problem. Common problems with ford explorer transmissions it. Oem ford m5r1 manual transmission synchro kit f0tz7c391f fits. Apr 10, 2018 diagnosis is key when it comes to transmission problems, as various issues can cause similar problems.
Transmission calibration software is then loaded, taking into consideration the individual solenoid flow characteristics and their position in the valve body. Transmissionforward gears ok,but no reverse 2006 ford explorer close. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Transmission solenoid problems of the 2002 ford explorer part 1. Ford 2006 explorer owners manual pdf download manualslib. Do not 2006 explorer exp owners guide post2002fmt usa fus page 230 apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. Transmission control solenoid only replaces oe number. Transmission problem 2002 ford explorer 6 cyl four wheel drive automatic the overdrive light came onthe light says overdrive off i took it to advance auto and they put it on their computer. Seven common problems with the ford 4r55e transmission. You must purchase the entire solenoid body assembly, if necessary. Solenoid problems can delay gear engagement, either because the solenoid is stuck or because electrical problems are sending too much or insufficient electricity.
We have include information on how to identify individual transmissions, application information, model year, detailed kit and part availability by transmission type. Get the best priced ford explorer automatic transmission solenoid. If you get 12 volts and ground and the shift solenoid trouble code keeps coming back after you have erased it, you probably have a faulty shift solenoid. Then pop off the oval plastic casing around the shifter. If the shifting in the ca the transmission control solenoid communicates to a car when it is time to shift gea. Mar 10, 2021 if you do not get both 12 volts and ground you may have a wiring problem or a faulty tcm transmission control unit. A primer on ownerreported transmission problems and pending lawsuits for alleged defects on focus and fiesta models. Where is the shift solenoid located on a 2006 ford mustang. The dealer replaced the transmission pan solenoid body.
The transmission control solenoid communicates to a car when it is time to shift gears, if the car has an automatic transmission. P0753 means your powertrain computer detects a continuous open, short to ground or short to power in the circuit to your transmissions 12 shift solenoid. No reverse find answers to your 2006 ford explorer question from certified mechanics and auto experts. Transmission failures and problems are unfortunately very common with ford.
Ford explorer owners have reported 5 problems related to transmission solenoid under the power train category. Ford explorer transmission solenoid, o2 sensor, speed sensor. In general, ford truck transmissions are capable of lasting up to 60,000 miles before any complications arise. Ford four versions of 5r55 just as the title states, the ford 5r55 transmission has four versions. Rockauto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. The viscous coupling is a completely sealed torque distribution device located inside the transfer case and is. The 5r55 is a rear wheel drive 5speed that appeared in 1999 and later vehicles. Buy a 2006 ford explorer automatic transmission solenoid at discount prices.
Automatic transmission parts for 2006 ford mustang for. These are the most common problems that can cause the p0741 in the explorer. Driving is an experience that requires all of the senses to work together and gather information in order t. In some cases, the solenoid is integrated into the valve body and isnt serviceable. Here are a few possibilities that could be causing the problem. Transmission failures and problems are unfortunately very common with ford explorers, particularly those produced in 2002, 2003 and 2004. Problems with the mercury transmission solenoid it still runs. Choose top quality brands dorman, genuine, standard motor products. I was told there are 2 solenoids 1 in the transmission and 1 on the outside. Nov 12, 2018 no reverse find answers to your 2006 ford explorer question from certified mechanics and auto experts. The two most likely to fail are the transmission pressure control solenoid and the torque converter solenoid.
Ford 5r55 can have an n, s, or w behind those numbers. All of the solenoids can be easily checked with an ohm meter. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 ford explorer based on all problems reported for the 2006 explorer. All solenoids are incorporated in the solenoid body, located on the valve body, and are not serviced seperately. Sometimes engine roars when transmission is in between gears. Oct 25, 20 transmission solenoid problems of the 2006 ford explorer five problems related to transmission solenoid have been reported for the 2006 ford explorer. Standard ford explorer 2006 automatic transmission control. Here at advance auto parts, we work with only top reliable transmission solenoid product and part brands so you can shop with complete confidence. Here are some of the problems that occur with transmission linkage components.
Though transmission problems can result in an expensi. Ford explorer 2007 ford explorer sport trac 2007 ford expedition 2006 2007. The 5r55w came out in the 2002 and later ford explorer and ford. When the code is active, your transmission runs in a fail safelimp home mode that only lets certain gear ratios function in the transmission. See realworld 2006 ford explorer transmission problems and repair histories as reported by other 2006 ford.
Fixed the shift problem of going from park to reverse of my 2006 ford explorer xlt. Top 3 transmission problems with the 2002 ford explorer. To see how frequently ford explorer problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. P2763, torque converter clutch pressure control solenoid ctrl circuit high. Transmissionforward gears ok,but no reverse 2006 ford explorer.
What are the dtc codes related to ford explorer transmission problems. The most recently reported issues are listed below. New fits for bosch ford shift solenoid updated 5r55s 5r55w explorer 2002on us fits. Trouble with wiring or sensors could be at fault instead. Transmission rebuild kits for ford explorer for sale ebay. Could have started to fail first and now is the cause of the solenoid failure while driving 35 mph, the vehicle suddenly lost power, the check engine. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 ford explorer based on all problems reported for the 2002 explorer. The transmission control module tcm sends an electrical signal telling the shift solenoid when to transfer fluid into and out of the transmission and at what rate. Transmissionforward gears ok,but no reverse 2006 ford. I have a 2006 ford explorer with codes p0740, fixya. Driving is an experience that requires all of the senses to work together and gather information. From park, delay from 1 to 7 seconds for engagement for reverse automatic trans, worse in warm. We offer quality m5r1 manual transmission rebuild kits and parts, our kits are designed to be top of the line overhaul kits.
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