Get your tradein, private party and dealer retail value with edmunds free appraisal calculator. Premature transmission failure on 2002 ford taurus. If you have problems in the transmission and i assume it is an auto have a pressure test done on the unit to determine if a fault exists that is not covered in. The 2003 ford taurus has major issues with the transmission failing. The worst complaints are transmission failed, torque convertor failure, and transmission is slipping. P0340 ford ricks free auto repair advice ricks free auto. I dont think anything the pcm can do will cause the fluid level to rise. Rockauto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. Adding insult to injury, the 19992003 taurus also has a huge problem with coil springs breaking which can puncture or even shred tires while driving. Many of the consumers filed complaints with ford motor company, but ford refuses to admit that there is a defect in the parts, materials, or design. Jun 29, 2012 this is a common problem on ford systems that use this style of camshaft sensor. After she got the car to the side of the road, and parked, she tried to engage the car in reverse and there was not a sound of engagement and the same when she tried to engage the car in drive. The camshaft position sensor senses the retraction of camshaft intake to identify a particular cylinder. Getting error code p0340 on my 2002 ford taurus dohc 3.
Climate control system general information 2003 taurus sable workshop manual diagnosis and testing procedure revision date. How to fix a p0340 code on a 19951997 ford taurus sable windstar ranger. In addition to the p0340 code, the problem may also trigger a p0344, p0349, or p0345 camshaft intermittent. Hold the phone my ford taurus gets in a mood every now and then and starts slipping in gear. Ran car 30 minutes, checked fluid and was all the way to the top of the dip stick.
He changed the switch, and the power steering, the power windows, and the radio are now back to normal. I was warned about bad transmissions in ford taurus, but i bought this car anyway, as the transmission worked perfectly during test drive. Replaces engine coil pack, engine light went off for two days now on again. Page 26 2003 taurus sable workshop manual page 26 of 47 i11 check the vacuum control motor line for leaks plug the vacuum control motor line at the vacuum control motor connection. Start problems with 2003 ford taurus general discussion. See realworld ford taurus engine problems and repair histories as reported by other ford taurus owners. Test the system for normal leak test the vacuum control motor line using the vacuum pump. Ford taurus service repair manual ford taurus pdf online. P0340 ford description the camshaft position sensor is an electronic device used in an engine to record the rate at which the camshaft is spinning. Weve listed the most common owner complaints below. View and download ford taurus 2006 o wners manual online. At 35k miles, a remanufactured transmission was put in. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. The synchronizer in 2003 ford taurus sits between cylinder 3 and 6.
I pulled over into a neighborhood with the momentum that it had and called family for help. Mar 31, 2011 i think the front pump in the transmission has failed. Read our article on egr valve codes for help with this ford check engine light code p4 egr calibration high p5 egr calibration low. By the way my car has 245k highway miles and it is a 1998 taurus lx. I tried putting it into drive, reverse and the only thing that would happen is the motor would rev up like it was in park. Ford taurus engine problems and repair descriptions at. I understand that this is a common problem with this model ford.
Once it warmed up the behavior was less pronounced. While many problems have been sorted out over the years, there are a few reoccurring problems. So this engine code article applies to nissan, ford, toyota, chevrolet, dodge, honda, gmc, etc. I currently drive a 1997 ford taurus gl, and just this week my car exhibited the same problems that you described. It was as if the transmission suddenly went into neutral. I alternate every other month so neither car sits for too long. My mechanic told me that i needed a neutral safety switch. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 ford taurus based on all problems reported for the 2003 taurus.
I have been in a ford family for 65 years i think i need a change i do not want to start with my ford ranger factory problem i gave iy away. But i have a 2006 ford taurus and the transmission is out on it. Sometimes you can perform an engine flush to get some of the ticking out but the only sure way is to replace the lifter. Jun 16, 2015 the p0340 ford trouble code may appear on the 5. Check with scope and both signal appear to be there and aligned however the ckp signal looks larger x2 from a know good car checked. The most common transmission issues vary based on the year. It has been very reliable for a while now but at the same time it is a car that needs more upkeep than you might think for a little ford taurus. Most complete list for ford check engine light codes. If you have problems in the transmission and i assume it is an auto have a pressure test done on the unit to determine if a fault exists that is not covered in the cpu reporting system. Tsb home 2003 2003 ford 2003 ford taurus the following tsbs may apply to your 2003 ford taurus. It just started having problems starting in park like the battery was dead but it was not turns out it is the neutral park switch not being made due. To remedy this problem, you need the defective band replaced or adjusted. How to troubleshoot problems in a ford taurus it still runs. I drive this car 12 the year and my 2012 nissan altima the rest of the year.
Automatics have clutch plates throughout the transmission and in the torque converter that may become worn or burnt. We purchased it used so i cannot speak about its history. I recommend a camshaft position sensor replacement by a mobile, professional mechanic, such as one from yourmechanic, who will come to your location, diagnose this problem, give you an accurate assessment of damage and cost estimate for repairs. Reasons your transmission is slipping aamco colorado. Ford taurus with 19bolt transmission pan 2003, automatic transmission input shaft speed sensor by standard. Aug 31, 2011 i have taken off the top screw 15mm nut and remove part off and also removed screws on each side but now i am looking at a small screw with threads that attached to the top bolt i took off earlier but when i left up to pull sensor out it seems like that screw is still holding it,does the trs suppose to lift up over the screw or do i have to get the screw out. Why wont my 2002 ford taurus transmission shift into any. Based on mechanics comments, discussion with other taurus owners and internet research there is sufficient anecdotal evidence to support the assumption that there is a design defect in the transmission in the and other ford vehicles. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 56 2003 taurus models nationwide. Clutch problems automatic and manual transmissions both make use of clutches.
To see how frequently ford taurus problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Car complaints, car problems and defect information latest news. P0340 ford camshaft position sensor circuit bank 1 sensor 1. Ford taurus service repair manual ford taurus pdf downloads. This is a common problem on ford systems that use this style of camshaft sensor. P0340 ford meaning the camshaft position sensor is an electronic device used in an engine to record the rate at which the camshaft is spinning. Taurus owners are having the most trouble with the transmission 40%, engine %, and the hvac 7%.
To see how frequently 2008 ford taurus problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Worst complaints about the ford taurus ford problems. I was accelerating from a stop and all of the sudden while accelerating the engine started revving up like the transmission had gone into neutral. Manual transmission problems of the 2003 ford taurus. Checked transmission fluid was about 8 inches above full line. It starts, hesitates, and then feels like it shifts back into 1st and accelerates.
I have a 2008 ford taurus with a transmission issue, the. Smps vision is to be the leading independent supplier to the automotive aftermarket, providing the. The worst complaints are transmission failure, transmission is slipping, and difficulties going into gear. When retrieving ford check engine light codes with an obd ii scan tool, proceed as follows. This information is used by the engine control module ecm to control ignition and fuel injection. Gen 5th6th taurus, sable platform 2008current this forum is for all topics about the 2008 and up 5th and 6th generation ford taurus and sho, mercury sable and ford taurus x wagon. Ford windstar electrical problems heres a video on my dads old ford. Manual transmission column shift problems of the 2003 ford. My 2002 ford taurus will go in rear but it wont move at all and it had red fuild all over the ground do this mean its gone or can it be fix 07272015 by dandouglas3 i would like to know why my transmission dont go into forward or reverse gear. Leaving the grocery store today i stepped on the gas and even though i could tell it was getting gas it just slowed down and i had to coast into a parking lot. Computer problem 2003 ford taurus 6 cyl front wheel drive automatic i need the location of the ecm. You need to get the car towed to a transmission shop or a ford. Is this a bad problem with my transmission, or could the speed sensor be causing this. The following tsbs of ford are related to dtc p0340.
Have no fear, there is a simple solution to your problems. Are they anything that i can do about my transmission on this recall. This information is used by the engine control module to control ignition and fuel injection. One problem related to manual transmission column shift has been reported for the 2003 ford taurus. P0340 camshaft position sensor circuit malfunction.
Ford taurus cam synchronizer diagnosis and replacement. Page 1 2003 taurus sable workshop manual page 1 of 47 section 41200. It was the same owner for 9 12 years and appeared to be well maintained. This p0340 code indicates that a problem was detected in the camshaft position sensor circuit. Ford taurus questions recalls on 2006 taurus transmissions. Ford taurus questions transmission wont shift or engage. Transmission failed 429 complaints at an average of 95,327 miles in the 2003 ford taurus. Changed synchronizer and sensor and aligned with factory tool. The auto repair labor rates vary by location, your vehicles make and model, and even your engine type.
Also, see repair breakdown by problem area and cost. What are some common problems with ford taurus transmissions. Bands are what links the gears in the automatic transmission together. Transmission problem 2001 ford taurus 6 cyl front wheel drive automatic 163k miles my transmission was running good until i decided to service it last week. The car was slow to get moving when put in drive or reverse. Lincoln mks and mks ecoboost are also welcome here. Would a code po340 cause the transmission problems in a 1996 ford taurus with a 3. I searched yahoo for 2004 ford taurus transmission problems and discovered an overwhelming amount of consumer complaints involving the same manufacturer defect.
The source of the information below is the national highway transportation safety administration nhtsa, which maintains tsbs for vehicles sold in the united states. The internal bushings of the cam synchronizer housing will wear out and. Transmission problem 2003 ford taurus 6 cyl wheel drive type unknown automatic 70,000 miles why will my car not move forward or backward when in gear and running. My problem is most of the time the 2003 ford taurus starts right up. One commonly reported problem with ford taurus transmissions is transmission failure. It is a pretty comfortable car but often feels oversized and boatlike. Transmission leaks, shifting issues and slipping between gears have also been reported by owners. You need to get the car towed to a transmission shop or a ford specialist. All products are engineered and tested to provide years of trouble free operation. The other day, i was working on the power window in the driveway and vola. Ford taurus with 1220 thread 516 transmission lines 2007, transmission oil cooler coupling by four seasons.
Usually all i need to do is get on a highway and it somehow resets the computer to sync the transmission back up. I live in a small town and i could show 4 taurus in 4 city blocks with same problem. Of course things are starting to wear out on it and i have given it to my son to drive and maintain. However, there are problems specific to the taurus, such as peculiar noises and quirks, which are the result of poor manufacturing processes that went into the vehicle. Dec 23, 2009 i had my transmission reflashed on my 08 taurus at the local ford dealer yesterday per tsb 08. 2003 ford taurus i have disconnect everything but the transmission range sensor would pull up as if something still has it,need info on how to remove andre8899 in baton rouge, la on. My car has 276,000 miles and runs great with no hesitation.
How to correct a slipping transmission in a 2000 ford taurus. P1704 transmission system problems p1705 manual lever position sensor out of selftest range. The transmission on my 2003 ford taurus without any warning signs would not go further like it was in neutral. The most recently reported issues are listed below. I think the front pump in the transmission has failed. P0340 ford camshaft position sensor circuit bank 1 sensor. However, it is buried beneath wires and cables ignition wires to cylinder 1,2 and 3, gas cable, cruise control cable, main engine electrical harness in a plastic sheath. Transmission failure is reported often for the 2003 and 2005 model years.
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