Transmission Overheating
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Ford F550 Super Duty and 2011 Ford F450 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Failure Mode Effect Management may be enabled, refer to Routine 266.
DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINES - TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING
| Possible Component |
Reference/Action |
| 260 - ROUTINE |
| Powertrain Control System |
- CARRY OUT On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) tests. REFER to the
INTRODUCTION
article for diagnosis and testing of the PCM. For diagnosing TCC
solenoid, GO to PINPOINT TEST A . For diagnosing PCA
, GO to PINPOINT TEST E . REPAIR as required. CLEAR the DTCs, ROAD TEST the vehicle and RERUN the OBD
test.
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- PCM, vehicle wiring harnesses, Pressure Control Solenoid A (PCA), Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) solenoid
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| Transmission Fluid |
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- CHECK transmission fluid level and adjust as necessary. REFER to PRELIMINARY INSPECTION in this service information.
- CARRY OUT the Transmission Fluid Condition Check. REFER to PRELIMINARY INSPECTION in this service information.
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| Fluid Pump Assembly |
- Bolts not tightened to specification
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- TIGHTEN to specification.
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- Porosity, cross leaks, cup plug missing, plugged hole gears cracked or seized
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- REPAIR as necessary.
- If damaged or parts are missing, INSTALL a new seal or pump assembly. If misassembled, reassemble correctly.
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- Control valves and springs or seal damaged, misassembled or stuck
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| Transmission Case |
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| Torque Converter |
- Torque converter One-Way Clutch (OWC) seized
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- REMOVE the transmission. INSPECT for damage. REFER to TORQUE CONVERTER CONTAMINATION INSPECTION in this service information. If the torque converter fails to pass the criteria for replacement or is damaged, INSTALL a new or remanufactured torque converter.
- REMOVE the transmission. INSPECT for damage. REFER to TORQUE CONVERTER CONTAMINATION INSPECTION in this service information. If the torque converter fails to pass the criteria for replacement or is damaged, INSTALL a new or remanufactured torque converter.
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- Excessive torque converter slip detected
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| Other |
- Restriction in transmission cooling system
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- Excessive trailer tow load
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- REFER to the appropriate towing manual.
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- Engine driveability concerns
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- Vehicle heat shields missing or damaged
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- REPAIR as necessary.
- REPAIR as necessary.
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- Vehicle air flow restricted
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