Solenoid Body Strategy Data Download

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Using the scan tool, select Module Programming and Programmable Parameters under the toolbox icon and select transmission. Follow the instructions displayed on the scan tool.
There are fields to enter the solenoid body 12-digit identification and 13-digit strategy recorded from the solenoid body.
NOTE: If the solenoid body information is not correct, transmission damage or driveability concerns can occur.

Enter the solenoid body identification and strategy.

The scan tool verifies the numbers entered are valid and displays a message if the information is not valid.

The scan tool checks to see if the file is present on the scan tool. If the file is present, the technician may proceed with downloading the file to the PCM. If the file is not present, connect the scan tool to the Professional Technician Society (PTS) server and enter the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and select Go, this will access the "trans strategy" tab. Follow the instructions on the network to download the strategy file to the scan tool.

Download the file onto the scan tool.
Verify the file is present on the scan tool. If the file is present, go to Step 8. If the file is not present, continue with this procedure.
Connect the scan tool to the PTS server.
If the scan tool cannot connect to the PTS server, download the file from www.motorcraft.com.
If the scan tool cannot download a strategy from the web site, a partial strategy is downloaded automatically.
Reconnect the scan tool to the vehicle.
Follow the instructions displayed on the scan tool.
If a new solenoid body was installed, compare the 12-digit identification and the 13-digit strategy fields from the solenoid body to the replacement solenoid body tag provided with the solenoid body service kit and place it over the existing identification tag.
The scan tool automatically downloads the strategy file or partial strategy file to the PCM. The scan tool displays a message when it is finished downloading the data stating the file was downloaded successfully.
NOTE: The customer may feel erratic shifts and driveability concerns if the adaptive drive cycle has not been performed.

Test drive the vehicle and perform the adaptive drive cycle. Refer to SHIFT POINT ROAD TEST .