Visual Inspection

Visual Inspection

A visual inspection identifies modifications or additions to the vehicle operating system that may affect diagnosis. Inspect the vehicle for non-Ford factory add-on devices such as:

- Electronic add-on items:
- Vehicle modification:

PCM or transmission function is affected if add on devices, wiring splices, abnormal tire size or axle ratio changes have occurred.

- If leaks are present; refer to Leakage Inspection Leakage Inspection.
- Correct selector lever adjustments, refer to Automatic Transaxle/Transmission External Controls Adjustments.


Selector Lever Check

Check for a misadjustment in the selector lever cable by matching the detents in the selector lever with those of the manual control lever in the transmission. Refer to Automatic Transaxle/Transmission External Controls Adjustments for selector lever cable adjustment.


Check TSBs and On-Line Automotive Service Information System (OASIS)

Refer to all TSB and OASIS messages pertaining to the transmission concern and follow the procedure as described.


Carry Out On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO), Key ON Engine Running (KOER)

After a road test, with the engine and transmission warm and before disconnecting any connectors, use the scan tool and perform a self-test.