On September 17, 2018, Ford Motor Company issued a recall for certain model year 2005-2006 Ford Five Hundred and Mercury Montego vehicles equipped with a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The recall is for a software issue that could result in the CVT going into “limp” mode, which limits the vehicle to a maximum speed of…
The 2014 Ford Focus has a transmission fluid dipstick located under the hood, on the driver’s side. To check the transmission fluid level, remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Reinsert the dipstick and pull it out again to check the fluid level. The transmission fluid should be at the full line on the dipstick….
A Ford F150 coolant leak between the engine and transmission refers to a situation where the coolant is leaking from the engine area and dripping down to the transmission area. This type of leak is commonly caused by a failed intake manifold gasket, Which is responsible for sealing the engine’s coolant passages. Over time, the…
The Ford Adaptive Learning Transmission is a feature that allows the transmission control module (TCM) to learn and adapt to a driver’s specific driving habits and conditions. This technology helps provide smoother shifts, better performance, and increased fuel efficiency. However, issues can arise when the adaptive learning function isn’t working correctly, leading to erratic shifting,…
If you have an F150 with a transmission fault overdrive light flashing, there are a few things you can do to try and fix the problem. First, check the transmission fluid level and add more if it is low. If that doesn’t work, you can try resetting the transmission by disconnecting the battery for 30…
The 2011 Ford F150 has a transmission range sensor that is located on the top of the transmission. This sensor is used to detect the position of the shifter in the transmission. The Transmission Range Sensor is used by the engine control module to determine when to shift gears in the transmission. If the sensor…