Video: Ford DPS6 TCM
Shifting problems can occur that involve the TCM (a.k.a. shift motor).
6R140 Transmission Solenoid Strategy Code
When replacing solenoids, plan ahead and order the correct band numbers that came out of the transmission in the same location as they came out of.
Replacement of Battery Causes TCM Damage
A 2003 Volkswagen Passat come into our shop with multiple codes and harsh engagements and was in failsafe mode. The customer said he parked the vehicle and when he started it the next day he noticed the problem. At times the TCM would fail to communicate with the scan tool. When we removed the carpet at the passenger-side floorboard to check the TCM for voltage, we noticed the whole bottom of the floor had about 2 inches of water.
Point of Vue
I happened to be looking through some newly received factory bulletins from GM and came across an interesting one concerning the Saturn Vue and Ion. These models that are equipped with the AF33/23-5 five speed automatic have been around since 2002.
