A/T - Revised Line Pressure Readings

Article No.
94-23-12

11/14/94

TRANSAXLE - 4EAT - HARSH OR SOFT 1-2 AND/OR 2-3 SHIFT - REVISED AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE LINE PRESSURE READINGS - SERVICE TIP

FORD:
1991-95 ESCORT

LINCOLN-MERCURY:
1991-95 TRACER

ISSUE:
Some vehicles may have a harsh or soft 1-2 shift and/or 2-3 shift. This may be due to incorrect line pressure specifications.





ACTION:
To improve transmission shift quality, check line pressure readings and refer to the following Line Pressure Specification Chart for the correct pressures.

If line pressures are not within specifications, refer to the appropriate Service Manual for proper adjustment of line pressures and diagnosis procedures.

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: 91-1-10, 92-18A-8
WARRANTY STATUS: INFORMATION ONLY
OASIS CODES: 501000, 502000, 503000, 504000