2003 FORD MUSTANG Workshop Manual

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual Any time an electrical connector or solenoid body is disconnected, inspect the connector for pin 
condition, corrosion and contamination. Also inspect the connector seal for damage. Clean, repair or

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual a 
No engine braking. 
Shift Solenoid Failure Mode Chart "Always On" 
Failed on due to powertrain control module and or vehicle wiring concerns, shift solenoid electrically or 
hydraulically stuck on.

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual NOTE: 
Refer to the Transmission Vehicle Harness Connector illustration preceding these 
pinpoint tests.  A1 ELECTRONIC DIAGNOSTICS 
�z
Select PARK. 
�z Key in OFF position. 
�z Check to make sure the

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual �z
Visually inspect the lead frame and connectors for 
damage. 
�z Key in ON position. 
�z Measure the voltage with the positive lead to VPWR 
solenoid pin and negative lead to a good ground. 
�z Is t

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual and listen for the solenoid to activate (click). 
�z Select "OFF", press "SEND". 
�z Does the voltage and solenoid state change?  A7 CHECK LEAD FRAME CONNECTIONS 
�z
Key in OFF position. 
�z Disconnec

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual �z
Measure the resistance for each solenoid (SSA, SSB or 
TCC) as follows: 
�z Are the resistances correct?  Solenoid  Resistance (ohms) 
SSA  20-
30  SSB  20-
30  TCC  10-
16  A9 CHECK SOLENOID FOR S

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual PINPOINT TEST B: TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE (TFT) 
SENSOR 
Test Step  Result / Action to Take 
NOTE: 
Refer to the Transmission Connector Layouts preceding these pinpoint tests.  B1 ELECTRONIC DIA

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual PINPOINT TEST C: DIGITAL TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR) SENSOR  �z
Is the voltage present?  B4 CHECK RESISTANCE OF TFT SENSOR 
�z
Disconnect: Transmission Harness . 
�z Measure the resistance between the pos