Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007ESCAPE BASE, 2.3 Z, FWD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1381 (AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE - AISIN AW21)
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, Automatic
Section 1381 (Automatic Transaxle - AISIN Aw21)
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Section 1381 (Automatic Transaxle - AISIN Aw21)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Lincoln MKZ and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Specifications
- Description And Operation
- Transaxle Description
- Identification Tags
- Range Selection
- Shift Patterns
- Transaxle Operational Strategies
- Torque Converter
- Geartrain
- Apply Components
- Transaxle Electronic Control System
- Transmission Control Module (TCM) Control Function
- Transmission Range (TR) Sensor
- Brake Pedal Position (BPP)
- Transmission Fluid Temperature (TFT) Sensor
- Transaxle Shift Solenoids SSA, SSB
- Shift Control Solenoids (SSC, SSD, SSE, SSF)
- Line Pressure Control (LPC)
- Speed Sensor
- Adaptive Shift Control
- Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Solenoid
- Diagnosis And Testing
- Diagnostic Strategy
- Diagnostic Flow Table
- Preliminary Inspection
- Road Testing Vehicle
- Shift Point Road Test
- Torque Converter Diagnosis
- Visual Inspection
- Diagnostics
- Diagnostic Parameters Identification (PID) Table
- Transaxle Drive Cycle Test
- Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Tables
- Transaxle Connector Layouts
- Pinpoint Tests - OSC Equipped Vehicle
- Special Testing Procedures
- Pressure Test
- Leakage Inspection
- Diagnosis By Symptom
- General Procedures
- In-Vehicle Repair
- Removal
- Disassembly And Assembly Of Subassemblies
- Installation
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.