Engagement Schedule Update (dead battery, disconnected battery, calibration updated)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford RV Cutaway, 2004 Ford Econoline, 2004 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2004 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINE - ENGAGEMENT SCHEDULE UPDATE CHART

Possible Component	Reference/Action
267 - ROUTINE
Battery
Any time the vehicle battery has been disconnected, a new PCM has been installed or the vehicle calibration has been reflashed the adaptive strategy for the "Engagement Schedule" will need to be updated. This will prevent the customer from returning with firm engagements.	NOTE: All of the following engagements must be carried out in order for engagement pressures to correctly adapt with the new calibration. Once the vehicles battery has been reconnected or the reprogramming is complete, the adaptive strategy for pressure control on engagements must be updated. Install the diagnostic equipment and monitor TFT. Warm the transmission fluid to 54°C (130°F) as indicated by the TFT. Carry out 5 engagements from PARK to REVERSE. Each engagement must be 5 seconds apart. Carry out 5 engagements from DRIVE to REVERSE. Each engagement must be 5 seconds apart. Carry out 5 engagements from REVERSE to DRIVE. Each engagement must be 5 seconds apart. Carry out 5 engagements from NEUTRAL to DRIVE. Each engagement must be 5 seconds apart.