Shift Concerns: No 1-2 Shift (Automatic)

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINES - SHIFT CONCERNS NO 1-2 SHIFT (AUTOMATIC)

Possible Component	Reference/Action
220 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
Electrical inputs/outputs, vehicle wiring harnesses, powertrain control module, shift solenoids, transmission range (TR) sensor	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 A and GO to PINPOINT TEST D .
320 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE
Incorrect Pressures
Line pressure	Check pressure at line tap. Carry out Line Pressure and Stall Speed Tests. Refer to SPECIAL TESTING PROCEDURES . If not OK, check the following component: main control.
Main Control
Bolts out of torque specification	Adjust bolts to specification.
Gaskets damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
1 - 2 shift valve, 2 - 4 accumulator, main regulator valve stuck, damaged or misassembled	Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
SSA not functioning correctly	Inspect for damage. Activate solenoid using the Transmission Tester.
Pressure tap plate/gasket damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
Separator plates damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
Hydraulic passages damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
Intermediate Overdrive Band and Servo Assembly
NOTE: Also no 4th gear
Seals damaged, missing	Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
Piston damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
Band damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
Springs damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
Servo rod or rod bore damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
Low One-Way Clutch Assembly
Assembly	Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
OD/Reverse Sun Gear and Shell
Damaged, weld broken	Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
Lugs damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
Case
Low and intermediate band anchor area damaged	Inspect for damage. If damaged, install a new case.
Porosity/leakage in servo apply, servo release circuits	Inspect the case for leakage/porosity. Carry out Air Pressure Tests. Refer to SPECIAL TESTING PROCEDURES . Install a new case as required.