| TSB 16-0008 | 6R80 TRANSMISSION HIGH GEAR ENGAGEMENT FROM A STOP – VEHICLES BUILT ON OR BEFORE 4/8/2013 |
This article supersedes TSB 13-06-08 to update the Parts List.
ISSUE:
Some 2011-2014 Mustang
, 2011-2013 F-150, 2012-2013 Expedition and Navigator vehicles equipped with a 6R80 transmission and built on or before 4/8/2013 may exhibit a transmission engagement in 5th gear when starting.
The wrench indictor and/or the seat belt minder may be illuminated, the speedometer reads zero and the odometer displays dashes while driving.
Symptoms may clear after an ignition key cycle.
Diagnostics trouble codes (DTCs) P0720 and P0722 may or may not be stored in the powertrain control module (PCM) memory.
ACTION:
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Replace the molded leadframe on the main control assembly. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 307-01 Shift Solenoids.
NOTE REPLACEMENT OF SHIFT SOLENOIDS ARE NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS PROCEDURE.
| AL3Z-7G276-B No products found. | Molded Leadframe |
| XT-5-QLVC | Motorcraft MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid |
| OPERATION | DESCRIPTION | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 160008A | 2011-2013 F-150, 2012-2013 Expedition And Navigator 6R80 Transmission: Check DTCs And Replace The Molded Leadframe (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) | 2.1 Hrs. |
| 160008A | 2011-2014 Mustang 6R80 Transmission: Check DTCs And Replace The Molded Leadframe (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) | 2.2 Hrs. |
WARRANTY STATUS
Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage And Emissions Warranty Coverage.
Warranty/ESP coverage limits/policies/prior approvals are not altered by a TSB. Warranty/ESP coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part and verified using the OASIS part coverage tool.
DEALER CODING
| BASIC PART NO. | CONDITION CODE |
| 7G276 | D4 |
- Prevents overheating, reducing elevated operating temperatures up to 40 degrees Farenheit - Optimizes total transmission performance
- Eliminates transmission fluid foaming and oxidation and reduces wear throughout the transmission
- Eliminates clutch chatter and torque converter shudder; Softens and modifies harsh shifts making them quicker in duration
- Extends fluid life / Raises the thermal and oxidative stability of the fluid
- Only protectant that increases the fluid’s ability to transfer heat / Protects new seals and permanently restores older seals to a like-new condition, without adverse side effects
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- Helps fluid systems work smoother and last longer.
- Safe in most types of automatic transmission fluid, hydraulics, or power steering fluid systems. Safe for conventional and synthetic fluids.
- Dissolves and liquefies harmful gum and varnish buildup in fluid
- Cleans and lubricates valve bodies, shift actuators and solenoids. Helps to control moisture in fluid.
- Will not swell seals or harm gaskets, O-rings, or clutch material
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- Rebuilds And Restores Metal Parts And Protects Them From Future Wear.
- Anti Friction Modifier. Eliminates Surfaces Defects & Protects From Extreme Heat
- Stops Transmission Shudder, Reduces Noise & Vibration. Ultimate Stop Slipping Additive
- Increases Performance Reliability And Prolongs Service Life Of Control Gears
- Universal for Automatic, CVT, Tiptronic, Manumatic, Semi-Automatic Transmission
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