Special Tool(s)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) software with appropriate hardware, or equivalent scan tool.

Prior to carrying out the flow test, the following items should be checked:

• Know and understand the customer concerns.
• Verify the concern by operating the vehicle.
• Check the transmission fluid level and condition.
• Check for non-factory-installed items and verify correct installation.
• Check the selector lever linkage adjustments.
• Check TSB messages for vehicle concerns.
• Carry out both Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO) and Key ON Engine Running (KOER) Self Test.
• Record all DTCs.