Solenoid Body Strategy Data Download
- Using the scan tool, select Module Programming and Programmable Parameters under the toolbox icon then select transmission. Follow the instructions displayed on the scan tool.
There are fields to enter the 12-digit solenoid body identification and 13-digit solenoid body strategy recorded from the solenoid body.
- 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, the scan tool will need to be connected to the Professional Technician Society (PTS) server to 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.
- Follow the instructions on the network to download the strategy file to the scan tool.
- 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 will automatically be downloaded.
- 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 that states that the file was downloaded successfully.
- Road test the vehicle following the Adaptive Drive Cycle. For additional information, refer to Shift Point Road Test .