Symptom Chart(s)
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Symptom Chart: Transmission
Diagnostics in this article assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices.
| Condition | Possible Sources | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| Gears clash when shifting from one forward gear to another | Gear teeth/synchronizer damaged | Replace transmission. REFER to: Transmission - 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) - MI4 . |
| Transaxle jumps out of gear | Bolts retaining transaxle to engine loose | REFER to: Transmission - 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) - MI4 . |
| Preload incorrect Internal components damaged |
Replace transmission. REFER to: Transmission - 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) - MI4 . | |
| Gear teeth worn/damaged | Replace transmission. REFER to: Transmission - 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) - MI4 . | |
| Transaxle will not shift into one gear - all others OK | Internal components | Replace transmission. REFER to: Transmission - 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) - MI4 . |
| Transaxle is locked in one gear and will not shift out of that gear | Internal components | Replace transmission. REFER to: Transmission - 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) - MI4 . |
| Significant effort required when downshifting | Gear synchronization is inadequate. Gear teeth/synchronizer damaged | Replace transmission. REFER to: Transmission - 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) - MI4 . |
| Stiff gearshift | Transmission fluid | CHECK that the transaxle is filled with the specified transmission fluid and, if necessary, FILL and ADD transmission fluid as necessary. REFER to: Transmission Draining and Filling . |
| Damaged synchronizer rings or inner selector mechanism | Replace transmission. REFER to: Transmission - 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) - MI4 . | |
| One of the gears can not be selected | Fault between the gearshift lever and gearshift lever housing | INSPECT the gearshift lever. REFER to: Gearshift Cable Adjustment - 5-Speed Manual Transmission - MTX75 . |
| Reverse gear can not be selected | Gearshift lever | CHECK the gearshift lever for damage. REPAIR as necessary, remove the gearshift lever to see whether reverse gear can be selected. REFER to: Gearshift Cable Adjustment - 5-Speed Manual Transmission - MTX75 . |
| Internal components | Replace transmission. REFER to: Transmission - 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) - MI4 . | |
| Grinding or clashing noises when shifting into 3rd gear | Deflected lubrication condition causing early 3rd gear wear | Replace transmission. REFER to: Transmission - 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) - MI4 . |
| Clicking, rattling, or rubbing noise in Neutral with clutch pedal released; vehicle not moving | Normal gear rollover noise | Gear rollover noise will disappear when the clutch is disengaged or when the transmission is engaged in gear. Gear rollover noise, inherent in manual transmissions, is caused by the constant mesh of gears turning at the engine idle speed while the clutch is engaged and the transmission is in NEUTRAL. |