Pinpoint Test G: Solenoid Mechanical Failure

2005 Ford Crown Victoria Special EditionSECTION Pinpoint Test G: Solenoid Mechanical Failure
NOTE: Repair all other DTCs before repairing the following DTCs: P1714, P1715, P1740.
  1. G1 ELECTRONIC DIAGNOSIS 
    • Install Scan Tool.
    • Carry out KOEO Test.
    • Are only DTCs P1714, P1715, P1740 present? 
    • Yes  : INSTALL a new solenoid and/or body. REFER to the DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHARTS  for code description. GO to  G2.
    • No  : REPAIR the other DTCs first. CLEAR DTCs and CARRY OUT Transmission Drive Cycle Test. REPEAT Quick Test.
  2. G2 TRANSMISSION DRIVE CYCLE TEST 
    • Carry out transmission drive cycle test.
    • Carry out on-board diagnostic test.
    • Does the vehicle upshift and downshift OK? 
  3. G3 RETRIEVE DTCS 
    • Install Scan Tool.
    • Carry out KOEO test until continuous DTCs have been displayed.
    • Are DTCs P1714, P1715, P1740 still present? 
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