Transaxle Shift Solenoids SSA, SSB

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Fig 1: Identifying Transaxle 3-Way Shift Solenoids (SSA, SSB)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

ITEM DESCRIPTION

Item	Description
1	Shift Solenoid A (SSA)
2	Shift Solenoid B (SSB)

The transaxle Shift Solenoid A (SSA) is installed on the middle valve body. The transaxle solenoid assembly Shift Solenoid B (SSB) is installed on the front valve body. The solenoids turn ON and OFF in response to signals output from the TCM . According to the ON or OFF status of SSA or SSB , the 1st gear engine brake operates or the gear shifts into REVERSE. As a fail-safe function, if any transaxle solenoid assembly abnormality occurs, the TCM will disable the current to the solenoids.