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)DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGDIAGNOSTIC STRATEGYDIAGNOSTICS
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, Automatic
Diagnostic Strategy: Diagnostics
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Diagnostics
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.
- Retrieve and record all DTCs.
- Repair all non-transaxle codes first.
- Repair all transaxle codes second.
- Erase all continuous codes and attempt to repeat them with the drive cycle test. Refer to TRANSAXLE DRIVE CYCLE TEST in this service information.
- Repair all continuous memory codes.
- If only pass codes are obtained, proceed to the DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM in this service information for further information and diagnosis.
Follow the diagnostic sequence to diagnose and repair the concern the first time.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.