Verification of Condition

This section provides information which must be used in both determining the actual cause of customer concerns and performing the appropriate service procedures.

The following procedures must be used when verifying customer concerns for transmission:

1. Required equipment:
   • Transmission Tester 007-00085 or equivalent
   • SUPER STAR II Tester 007-0041-A or equivalent

     NOTE: The SUPER STAR II Tester 007-0041-A or equivalent must be used on fast mode to properly display the On-Board Diagnostic codes.

   • Digital Volt Ohmmeter 007-00001 or equivalent
   • MLP Tester Adapter 007-00086 or equivalent
   • Gear Position Sensor Adjuster T93P-70010-A
   • 60-Pin Breakout Box 007-00033 or equivalent

2. Determine customer concerns relative to vehicle usage:
   • Hot or cold vehicle operating temperature
   • Hot or cold ambient temperatures
   • Type of terrain
   • Vehicle loaded/unloaded
   • City/highway driving

   NOTE: Some transmission conditions may cause engine concerns. An EPC short circuit may cause alternate firing. The torque converter clutch not disengaging will stall the engine.

3. Fluid level and condition.

4. Road test vehicle to verify customer concern.

   NOTE: Inspect vehicle for non-Ford approved add-on devices such as:

   • Air conditioning
   • Generators
   • Engine turbos
   • Cellular telephones
   • Cruise controls
   • CB radios
   • Linear boosters
   • Backup alarm signals
   • Computers
   • These items, if not installed properly, will affect powertrain control module (PCM) (12A650) or transmission function. Pay particular attention to add-on wiring splices in the powertrain control module or transmission wiring harness, abnormal tire size or axle ratio changes.
   • After a road test, with the vehicle warm and before disturbing any connectors, perform the Quick Test using SUPER STAR II Tester 007-0041-A or equivalent. Refer to the Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis Manual