Shift Concerns: No 3-4 Shift (Automatic)

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DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINES - SHIFT CONCERNS NO 3-4 SHIFT (AUTOMATIC)

Possible Component	Reference/Action
222 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
Electrical inputs/outputs, vehicle wiring harnesses, powertrain control module, shift solenoids, transmission range (TR) sensor, transmission control switch (TCS)	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 .
322 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE
Incorrect Pressures
Line pressure	Check pressure at line tap. Carry out Line Pressure Tests. Refer to SPECIAL TESTING PROCEDURES . If out of specification, check Main Control.
Main Control
Bolts out of torque specification	Adjust bolts to specification.
Gasket leaks	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
3 - 4 shift valve, main regulator valve stuck, damaged or misassembled	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
SSA not functioning correctly (also no 1st)	Activate solenoid using the Transmission Tester. Repair as necessary.
Separator plates damaged or orifice blocked	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Intermediate/Overdrive Band and Servo Assembly
Intermediate overdrive band damaged, worn	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Servo rod or rod bore damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Servo piston or cover damaged or leaking	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Springs damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Coast Clutch Assembly
Seals damaged, missing	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Piston damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Friction severely damaged, worn	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Check ball severely damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Forward One-Way Clutch Assembly
Damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Case
Band anchor damaged	Inspect for damage. Carry out Air Pressure Tests.
Servo apply and servo release circuits leaking	Inspect for damage. Repair as required.