Ford Kuga

 Service Manual

Automatic Transmission/Transaxle » Transmission Description (Overview)
Components of the electronic control

Depending on the input signals, the TCM mounted on the transaxle actuates the solenoid valves S1-S5 in the valve body. The solenoid valves are either in the "open" or "closed" state.

The (SLT and SLS) control valves regulate the hydraulic pressure according to the pulse/pause ratio of the electrical PWM signal. The controlled hydraulic pressure enables smooth shifting or the generation of a defined slip through actuation of the relevant clutches and brakes.

The shift timing is calculated by the TCM using the accelerator pedal position and vehicle speed.

Under normal conditions, gear shifting and torque converter lockup occur at low engine speeds to reduce fuel consumption.

If the accelerator pedal is pressed down quickly, the TCM switches automatically into kickdown mode.

Function of the shift solenoids in the gears

Overview of the brakes, clutches and one-way clutches

Function of the clutches and brakes in the gears and during gear changes

TCM

The TCM with integral TR sensor is mounted on the transaxle casing.

Input and output signals at the TCM

Components of the AW55 automatic transaxle

Transaxle cooling

External shift mechanism

Components of the electronic control

Knowing and Understanding Customer Concerns

Testing Possible Causes of Transmission Control Faults

Visual inspection

Towing the vehicle

Push-starting the Vehicle

Selector Lever Emergency Release

Transmission Fluid Level Check

Changing the Transmission Fluid

Diagnosis with IDS

Programming the 'N' position of the TR sensor

Resetting the values learned by the TCM