Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Charts: Notes

1999 Ford Windstar Base, Van Cargo, 3.8 4SECTION Notes
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DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART

Five Digit DTC Component Description Condition Symptom Action
P0102, P0103, P1100, P1101  MAF MAF concerns  MAF system has a malfunction which may cause a transmission concern. High or low EPC pressure, incorrect shift schedule. Incorrect torque converter clutch engagement scheduling. Symptoms similar to a throttle position (TP) failure. See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE and/or INTRODUCTION -- 6.0L DIESEL articles.
P0112  IAT IAT indicates 125°C (257°F) (grounded)  Voltage drop across IAT exceeds scale set for temperature 125°C (257°F). Incorrect EPC pressure, either high or low, results in harsh or soft shifts. See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE and/or INTRODUCTION -- 6.0L DIESEL articles.
P0113  IAT IAT indicates -40°C (-40°F) (open circuit)  Voltage drop across IAT exceeds scale set for temperature -40°C (-40°F). Incorrect EPC pressure, either high or low, results in harsh or soft shifts. See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE and/or INTRODUCTION -- 6.0L DIESEL articles.
P0114  IAT IAT out of on-board diagnostic range  IAT temperature higher or lower than expected during KOEO and KOER. Rerun on-board diagnostic at normal operating temperature. See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE and/or INTRODUCTION -- 6.0L DIESEL articles.
P0117  ECT ECT indicates 125°C (257°F)  Voltage drop across ECT exceeds scale set for temperature 125°C (257°F) (grounded). Torque converter clutch will always be off, resulting in reduced fuel economy. See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE and/or INTRODUCTION -- 6.0L DIESEL articles.
P0118  ECT ECT indicates -40°C (-40°F)  Voltage drop across ECT exceeds scale set for temperature -40°C (-40°F) (open circuit). Torque converter clutch will always be off, resulting in reduced fuel economy. See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE and/or INTRODUCTION -- 6.0L DIESEL articles.
P0122, P0123, P1120  TP TP concern  PCM has detected an error that may cause a transmission concern. Harsh engagements, firm shift feel, abnormal shift schedule, torque converter clutch does not engage, torque converter clutch cycling. See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE and/or INTRODUCTION -- 6.0L DIESEL articles.
P0300-P0308, P0320, P0340, P1351-P1364  Electronic Ignition (El) El system concerns  El system has a malfunction which may cause a transmission concern. Harsh engagements and shifts, late WOT shifts, no torque converter clutch engagement. See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE and/or INTRODUCTION -- 6.0L DIESEL articles.
P1702  Digital TR Intermittent DTC codes P0705 or P0708  Refer to DTC codes P0705 or P0708 condition. Refer to DTC codes P0705 or P0708 condition. GO to PINPOINT TEST C .
P1704  Digital TR Digital TR circuit reading in between gear position during KOEO/KOER  Digital TR sensor or shift cable incorrectly adjusted; or digital TR circuit failure. Wrong commanded EPC pressure. Digital TR reading the wrong gear position. GO to PINPOINT TEST C .
P0705  Digital TR Digital TR circuit failure  Digital TR circuits, indicating an invalid pattern in TR_D. Condition caused by a short to ground or an open in TR4, TR3A, TR2 and/or TR1 circuits. This DTC cannot be set by an incorrectly adjusted digital TR sensor. Increase in EPC pressure (harsh shifts). Defaults to (D) or D for all gear positions. In (D) position trans, stuck in D or manual 2. GO to PINPOINT TEST C .
P0708  Digital TR Digital TR sensor circuit TR3A open  Digital TR sensor circuit TR3A reading 2.6v - 5.0v (open circuit). This DTC cannot be set by an incorrectly adjusted digital TR sensor. Increase in EPC pressure. Defaults to (D) or D for all gear ranges. GO to PINPOINT TEST C .
P1705  Digital TR Digital TR self test was not carried out in PARK or NEUTRAL  Vehicle not in PARK or NEUTRAL during on-board diagnostic. Rerun on-board diagnostic in PARK or NEUTRAL. GO to PINPOINT TEST C .
P0715  TSS Insufficient input from turbine shaft speed sensor  PCM detected a loss of TSS signal during operation. Harsh shifts, harsh torque converter clutch activation and harsh engagements. GO to PINPOINT TEST F .
P0717  TSS Turbine shaft speed sensor signal intermittent  PCM has detected an intermittent TSS signal. Harsh shifts, harsh torque converter clutch activation and harsh engagements. GO to PINPOINT TEST F .
P0718  TSS Turbine shaft speed sensor signal noisy  PCM has detected a noisy TSS signal. Harsh shifts, harsh torque converter clutch activation and harsh engagements. GO to PINPOINT TEST F .
P0720  OSS Insufficient input from output shaft speed sensor  PCM detected a loss of OSS signal during operation. Harsh shifts, abnormal shift schedule, no torque converter clutch activation. GO to PINPOINT TEST E .
P0721  OSS OSS sensor signal noisy  PCM has detected an erratic OSS signal. Harsh shifts, abnormal shift schedule, no torque converter clutch engagement. GO to PINPOINT TEST E .
P0722  OSS wiring Insufficient input from OSS  PCM has detected a loss of OSS signal. Harsh shifts, abnormal shift schedule, no torque converter clutch engagement. GO to PINPOINT TEST E .
P0731  SSA, SSB or internal parts 1st gear error  No 1st gear. Incorrect gear selection, depending on failure or mode and manual lever position. Shift errors may also be due to other internal transmission concerns (stuck valves, damaged friction material). Engine RPM could be higher or lower than expected. Use the Solenoid Operation Chart, refer to PINPOINT TESTS - OSC EQUIPPED VEHICLE . GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0732  SSA, SSB or internal parts 2nd gear error  No 2nd gear. Incorrect gear selection, depending on failure or mode and manual lever position. Shift errors may also be due to other internal transmission concerns (stuck valves, damaged friction material). Engine RPM could be higher or lower than expected. Use the Solenoid Operation Chart, refer to PINPOINT TESTS - OSC EQUIPPED VEHICLE . GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0733  SSA, SSB or internal parts 3rd gear error  No 3rd gear. Incorrect gear selection, depending on failure or mode and manual lever position. Shift errors may also be due to other internal transmission concerns (stuck valves, damaged friction material). Engine RPM could be higher or lower than expected. Use the Solenoid Operation Chart, refer to PINPOINT TESTS - OSC EQUIPPED VEHICLE . GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0734  SSA, SSB, or internal parts 4th gear error  No 4th gear. Incorrect gear selection, depending on failure or mode and manual lever position. Shift errors may also be due to other internal transmission concerns (stuck valves, damaged friction material). Engine RPM could be higher or lower than expected. Use the Solenoid Operation Chart, refer to PINPOINT TESTS - OSC EQUIPPED VEHICLE . GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0741 (2) TCC, internal components TCC slippage detected  The PCM picked up an excessive amount of slippage during normal vehicle operation. TCC slippage/erratic or no torque converter clutch operation. Flashing Transmission Control Indicator Lamp (TCIL). Refer to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM .
P0743 (1) TCC, wiring, PCM TCC solenoid circuit failure during on-board diagnostic  TCC solenoid circuit fails to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or shorted or PCM driver failure during on-board diagnostic. Short circuit: engine stalls in second (OD, 2 range) at low idle speeds with brake applied. Open circuit: torque converter clutch never engages. May flash TCIL. GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0750 (1) SSA, wiring, PCM SSA solenoid circuit failure  SSA circuit failed to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or shorted or PCM driver failure during on-board diagnostic. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition mode and manual lever position. See . GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0753  SSA, wiring, PCM SSA electrical failure  SSA circuit fails to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or shorted or PCM driver failure during on-board diagnostic. Incorrect gear depending on condition mode and manual lever position. See . May flash TCIL. GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0755 (1) SSB, wiring, PCM SSB solenoid circuit failure  SSB circuit fails to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or shorted or PCM driver failure during on-board diagnostic. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition mode and manual lever position. See . GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0758 (1) SSB, wiring, PCM SSB electrical circuit failure  SSB circuit fails to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or shorted or PCM driver failure during on-board diagnostic. Incorrect gear depending on condition mode and manual lever position. See . May flash TCIL. GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P1714  SSA, internal components SSA malfunction  Mechanical failure of the solenoid detected. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition, mode and manual lever position. See SOLENOID OPERATION CHART . GO to PINPOINT TEST G .
P1715  SSB SSB malfunction  Mechanical failure of the solenoid detected. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition, mode and manual lever position. See SOLENOID OPERATION CHART . GO to PINPOINT TEST G .
P0781 (2) SSA or internal parts 1 - 2 shift error  Engine RPM drop not detected when 1 - 2 shift was commanded by PCM. Incorrect gear selection depending on failure or mode and manual lever position. Shift errors may also be due to other internal transmission concerns (stuck valves, damaged friction material). Refer to SOLENOID OPERATION CHART , then GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0782 (2) SSA, SSB or internal parts 2 - 3 shift error  Engine RPM drop not detected when 2 - 3 shift was commanded by PCM. Incorrect gear selection depending on failure or mode and manual lever position. Shift errors may also be due to other internal transmission concerns (stuck valves, damaged friction material). Refer to SOLENOID OPERATION CHART , then GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0783 (2) SSA, SSB or internal parts 3 - 4 shift error  Engine RPM drop not detected when 3 - 4 shift was commanded by PCM. Incorrect gear selection depending on failure or mode and manual lever position. Shift errors may also be due to other internal transmission concerns (stuck valves, damaged friction material). Refer to SOLENOID OPERATION CHART , then GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
-  TCIL TCIL circuit failure  TCIL circuit open or shorted. Failed on, OD cancel mode on. No flashing TCIL for EPC failure or sensor. Failed off, OD cancel mode never indicated. No flashing TCIL for EPC sensor failure. See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE and/or INTRODUCTION -- 6.0L DIESEL articles.
P1116  ECT ECT out of on-board diagnostic range  ECT temperature higher or lower than expected during KOEO and KOER. Rerun on-board diagnostic at normal operating temperature. See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE and/or INTRODUCTION -- 6.0L DIESEL articles.
P1124  TP TP voltage high/low for on-board diagnostic  TP was not in the correct position for on-board diagnostic. Rerun at appropriate throttle position per application. See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE and/or INTRODUCTION -- 6.0L DIESEL articles.
P1460  A/C A/C clutch cycling pressure switch error  A/C or defrost on condition may result from A/C clutch being on during on-board diagnostic. DTC set during on-board diagnostic, repeat with A/C off. Failed on, EPC pressure slightly low with A/C off. See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE and/or INTRODUCTION -- 6.0L DIESEL articles.
P1636  PCM PCM detected internal error  - - See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE and/or INTRODUCTION -- 6.0L DIESEL articles.
P1703  BPP BPP switch circuit failed  Brake ON/OFF circuit failure. Failed on or not connected - torque converter clutch will not engage at less than 1/3 throttle. Failed off or not connected - torque converter clutch will not disengage when brake is applied. See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE and/or INTRODUCTION -- 6.0L DIESEL articles.
P1703  BPP Brake not actuated during on-board diagnostic  Brake not cycled during KOER. Failed off or not connected - torque converter clutch will not engage at less than 1/3 throttle. Failed off or not connected - torque converter clutch will not disengage when brake is applied. See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE and/or INTRODUCTION -- 6.0L DIESEL articles.
P0713  TFT, wiring, PCM -40°C (-40°F) indicated TFT sensor circuit open  Voltage drop across TFT sensor exceeds scale set for temperature -40°C (-40°F). Firm shift feel. GO to PINPOINT TEST B .
P1711  TFT TFT out of on-board diagnostic range  Transmission not at operating temperature during on-board diagnostic. Warm vehicle to normal operating temperature. GO to PINPOINT TEST B .
P0712  TFT, wiring, PCM 157°C (315°F) indicated TFT sensor circuit grounded  Voltage drop across TFT sensor exceeds scale set for temperature of 157°C (315°F). Firm shift feel. GO to PINPOINT TEST B .
P1713  TFT wiring PCM TFT continually reading cold  TFT sensor in range low failure. Firm shift feel. Substitute ECT for TFT. GO to PINPOINT TEST B .
P1783  TFT Transmission over temperature condition indicated  Transmission fluid temperature exceeded 127°C (270°F). Increase in EPC pressure. GO to PINPOINT TEST B .
P1718  TFT, wiring, PCM TFT continually reading hot  TFT sensor in range high failure. Firm shift feel. Substitute ECT for TFT. GO to PINPOINT TEST B .
P0740  TCC, wiring, PCM TCC electrical failure  TCC circuit fails to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open, shorted or PCM driver failure during on-board diagnostics. Short circuit, engine stalls in SECOND ((D), manual 2 range) at low speeds with brake applied. Open circuit, torque converter clutch never engages. May flash TCIL. GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P1740  TCC TCC malfunction  Mechanical failure of the solenoid detected. Failed on - Engine stalls in 2nd (O/D, Manual 2 ranges) at low idle speeds with brake applied. Failed off - Torque Converter never applies. GO to PINPOINT TEST G .
P1741 (2) TCC, internal components Excessive torque converter clutch engagement error  Excessive variations in slip (engine speed surge) across the torque converter clutch. Engine RPM oscillation is present in 3rd gear. GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P1742  TCC, internal components TCC solenoid failed on  TCC solenoid has failed on by electric, mechanical or hydraulic concern. Harsh shifts. GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P1743  TCC, internal components TCC solenoid failed on  TCC solenoid has failed on by electric, mechanical or hydraulic concern. Harsh shifts. GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P1744  TCC TCC  The PCM picked up an excessive amount of TCC slippage during normal vehicle operation. TCC slippage/erratic or no torque converter clutch operation. Refer to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM .
P1746, P0960 (1) EPC, wiring, PCM EPC solenoid open circuit  Voltage through EPC solenoid is checked. An error will be noted if tolerance is exceeded. Open circuit causes maximum EPC pressure, harsh engagements and shifts. GO to PINPOINT TEST D .
P1747, P0962 (1) EPC, wiring, PCM EPC solenoid circuit failure, shorted circuit or output driver  Voltage through EPC solenoid is checked. An error will be noted if tolerance is exceeded. Short circuit causes minimum EPC pressure (minimum capacity) and limits engine torque (alternate firm). GO to PINPOINT TEST D .
P1760  EPC, wiring, PCM EPC solenoid circuit failure, shorted circuit or output driver  PCM detected a loss of EPC during operation. Unexpected reduction in engine torque. GO to PINPOINT TEST D .
P1780  TCS TCS not changing states  TCS not cycled during self-test. TCS circuit open or shorted. Rerun on-board diagnostic and cycle switch. No OD cancel when switch is cycled. See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE and/or INTRODUCTION -- 6.0L DIESEL articles.
P0963  EPC solenoid EPC solenoid short to power (Vbat) circuit failure  Voltage through EPC solenoid is checked. An error will be noted if tolerance is exceeded. Maximum EPC pressure, harsh engagements and shifts. GO to PINPOINT TEST D .
P0748 (2) EPC solenoid EPC solenoid circuit failure  Voltage through EPC solenoid is checked. An error will be noted if tolerance is exceeded. Short circuit results in minimum EPC pressure (minimum capacity) and limits engine torque (alternate firm). Not all gears present. Open circuit: maximum PC A pressure, harsh engagements and shifts. GO to PINPOINT TEST D .
P1728  Trans Transmission slip error  The PCM has detected an excessive amount of slippage during normal operation. Transmission slippage erratic or no torque converter clutch operation. Refer to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM .
P0500, P0503, P1502  ABS Insufficient VSS input from ABS through SCP link  PCM detected a loss of VSS signal through SCP link from ABS. No transmission symptom I.P. speedometer may be affected. See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE and/or INTRODUCTION -- 6.0L DIESEL articles. (1)
U1039  PCM Data communication link error  Insufficient VSS input to instrument panel via SCP link. No VSS input to instrument panel. See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE and/or INTRODUCTION -- 6.0L DIESEL articles. (1)
(1) Output circuit check, generated only by electrical symptoms.
(2) May also be generated by some other non-electric transmission hardware system.
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