Shift Concerns: Feel - Harsh

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DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINES - SHIFT CONCERNS FEEL - HARSH

Possible Component	Reference/Action
214 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
	Carry out Torque Converter Operation Test. Refer to PRELIMINARY INSPECTION .
Electrical inputs/outputs, vehicle wiring harnesses, powertrain control module, electronic pressure control (EPC) solenoid, transmission fluid temperature (TFT) sensor, throttle position (TP) sensor, mass air flow sensor (MAF), torque converter clutch (TCC) solenoid, transmission range (TR) sensor, 3-2T/CCS	Run On-Board Diagnostics Tests. Refer to INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE article for Escape (gasoline) and Mariner or INTRODUCTION- HYBRID ESCAPE article for Escape (Hybrid). GO to PINPOINT TEST B , GO to PINPOINT TEST C , GO to PINPOINT TEST D , GO to PINPOINT TEST E , GO to PINPOINT TEST F and GO to PINPOINT TEST G .
314 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE
Fluid
Incorrect level	Fill to correct level.
Condition	Inspect fluid level and condition. Refer to PRELIMINARY INSPECTION .
CV Joint/Front Wheel Driveshaft and Joints
Splines damaged, loose	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Powertrain Mounts
Damaged, loose, missing	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Incorrect Pressures
High line pressure	Check pressure at line tap. Carry out Line Pressure Test and Stall Speed Tests. Refer to SPECIAL TESTING PROCEDURES . If pressures are high or all shifts are harsh, go to MAIN CONTROL .
	If pressures are OK and a specific shift is harsh, refer to the appropriate shift routine for additional diagnosis.
	Harsh 1 - 2 Shift, Routine 232/332
	Harsh 2 - 3 Shift, Routine 233/333
	Harsh 3 - 4 Shift, Routine 234/334
	Harsh 4-3 Shift, Routine 235/335
	Harsh 3-2 Shift, Routine 236/336
	Harsh 2-1 Shift, Routine 237/337
Main Controls
Bolts out of torque specification	Adjust bolts to specification.
Gaskets damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Main regulator valve, bypass valve, line modulator valve stuck, damaged or misassembled. Springs tangled, missing, damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
EPC solenoid stuck or damaged	Inspect for damage, contamination. Activate solenoid using Transmission Tester. Repair as necessary.
Hydraulic passages damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Separator plate damaged, blocked	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Torque Converter Assembly
Piston damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Pump support seal No. 1 (CBY circuit) leaking, missing or damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Case leaking	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Converter assembly damaged	If heat stained, install a new converter.