The auto repair labor rates vary by location, your vehicles make and model, and even your engine type. I searched yahoo for 2004 ford taurus transmission problems and discovered an overwhelming amount of consumer complaints involving the same manufacturer defect. Most complete list for ford check engine light codes. At 35k miles, a remanufactured transmission was put in. Computer problem 2003 ford taurus 6 cyl front wheel drive automatic i need the location of the ecm. The following tsbs of ford are related to dtc p0340. You need to get the car towed to a transmission shop or a ford. Transmission failure is reported often for the 2003 and 2005 model years. So this engine code article applies to nissan, ford, toyota, chevrolet, dodge, honda, gmc, etc. 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.
My car has 276,000 miles and runs great with no hesitation. Manual transmission column shift problems of the 2003 ford. The ticking noise is more than likely a lifter tick. I alternate every other month so neither car sits for too long. Would a code po340 cause the transmission problems in a 1996 ford taurus with a 3. P1704 transmission system problems p1705 manual lever position sensor out of selftest range. 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. Changed synchronizer and sensor and aligned with factory tool. Automatics have clutch plates throughout the transmission and in the torque converter that may become worn or burnt. 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. But i have a 2006 ford taurus and the transmission is out on it. While many problems have been sorted out over the years, there are a few reoccurring problems.
The other day, i was working on the power window in the driveway and vola. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 ford taurus based on all problems reported for the 2003 taurus. The 2003 ford taurus has 1 nhtsa complaints for the power train. See realworld ford taurus engine problems and repair histories as reported by other ford taurus owners. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 56 2003 taurus models nationwide. The internal bushings of the cam synchronizer housing will wear out and.
It is a pretty comfortable car but often feels oversized and boatlike. Ford taurus service repair manual ford taurus pdf online. The transmission on my 2003 ford taurus without any warning signs would not go further like it was in neutral. Test the system for normal leak test the vacuum control motor line using the vacuum pump. 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. One commonly reported problem with ford taurus transmissions is transmission failure. Clutch problems automatic and manual transmissions both make use of clutches. 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. Dec 23, 2009 i had my transmission reflashed on my 08 taurus at the local ford dealer yesterday per tsb 08. P0340 ford ricks free auto repair advice ricks free auto. Premature transmission failure on 2002 ford taurus. I was warned about bad transmissions in ford taurus, but i bought this car anyway, as the transmission worked perfectly during test drive. 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.
Ford taurus with 1220 thread 516 transmission lines 2007, transmission oil cooler coupling by four seasons. You need to get the car towed to a transmission shop or a ford specialist. Is this a bad problem with my transmission, or could the speed sensor be causing this. Ford taurus engine problems and repair descriptions at. 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.
Transmission leaks, shifting issues and slipping between gears have also been reported by owners. In addition to the p0340 code, the problem may also trigger a p0344, p0349, or p0345 camshaft intermittent trouble code. 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. Why wont my 2002 ford taurus transmission shift into any. 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. What are some common problems with ford taurus transmissions. View and download ford taurus 2006 o wners manual online.
Lincoln mks and mks ecoboost are also welcome here. How to correct a slipping transmission in a 2000 ford taurus. Bands are what links the gears in the automatic transmission together. 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. 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. Smps vision is to be the leading independent supplier to the automotive aftermarket, providing the. To remedy this problem, you need the defective band replaced or adjusted. Rockauto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. Replaces engine coil pack, engine light went off for two days now on again. The 2003 ford taurus has major issues with the transmission failing. The worst complaints are transmission failed, torque convertor failure, and transmission is slipping. We purchased it used so i cannot speak about its history. Transmission failed 429 complaints at an average of 95,327 miles in the 2003 ford taurus.
All products are engineered and tested to provide years of trouble free operation. Of course things are starting to wear out on it and i have given it to my son to drive and maintain. How to troubleshoot problems in a ford taurus it still runs. Hold the phone my ford taurus gets in a mood every now and then and starts slipping in gear. 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. Worst complaints about the ford taurus ford problems. My problem is most of the time the 2003 ford taurus starts right up.
Ford taurus questions transmission wont shift or engage. Usually all i need to do is get on a highway and it somehow resets the computer to sync the transmission back up. This information is used by the engine control module to control ignition and fuel injection. I currently drive a 1997 ford taurus gl, and just this week my car exhibited the same problems that you described. It starts, hesitates, and then feels like it shifts back into 1st and accelerates. How to fix a p0340 code on a 19951997 ford taurus sable windstar ranger.
P0340 ford camshaft position sensor circuit bank 1 sensor. The source of the information below is the national highway transportation safety administration nhtsa, which maintains tsbs for vehicles sold in the united states. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Reasons your transmission is slipping aamco colorado. Jun 29, 2012 this is a common problem on ford systems that use this style of camshaft sensor. Mar 31, 2011 i think the front pump in the transmission has failed. 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.
Ford windstar electrical problems heres a video on my dads old ford. It was the same owner for 9 12 years and appeared to be well maintained. Have no fear, there is a simple solution to your problems. Ford taurus service repair manual ford taurus pdf downloads. Weve listed the most common owner complaints below. Ran car 30 minutes, checked fluid and was all the way to the top of the dip stick. My mechanic told me that i needed a neutral safety switch. Also, see repair breakdown by problem area and cost. I pulled over into a neighborhood with the momentum that it had and called family for help. This p0340 code indicates that a problem was detected in the camshaft position sensor circuit. Are they anything that i can do about my transmission on this recall. It was as if the transmission suddenly went into neutral.
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. Ford taurus cam synchronizer diagnosis and replacement. 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. One problem related to manual transmission column shift has been reported for the 2003 ford taurus.
Tsb home 2003 2003 ford 2003 ford taurus the following tsbs may apply to your 2003 ford taurus. The worst complaints are transmission failure, transmission is slipping, and difficulties going into gear. P0340 ford camshaft position sensor circuit bank 1 sensor 1. 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.
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. The camshaft position sensor senses the retraction of camshaft intake to identify a particular cylinder. 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. 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.
The most common transmission issues vary based on the year. I have a 2008 ford taurus with a transmission issue, the. I think the front pump in the transmission has failed. 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. I dont think anything the pcm can do will cause the fluid level to rise. 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. 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. Climate control system general information 2003 taurus sable workshop manual diagnosis and testing procedure revision date. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Tom and ray, this has been driving me crazy for the past 3 years. To see how frequently ford taurus problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Read our article on egr valve codes for help with this ford check engine light code p4 egr calibration high p5 egr calibration low. Getting error code p0340 on my 2002 ford taurus dohc 3. I understand that this is a common problem with this model ford. 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. By the way my car has 245k highway miles and it is a 1998 taurus lx. Sometimes you can perform an engine flush to get some of the ticking out but the only sure way is to replace the lifter. I live in a small town and i could show 4 taurus in 4 city blocks with same problem. People are making alot of money rebuilding transmission that do not need it. This is a common problem on ford systems that use this style of camshaft sensor.
P0340 camshaft position sensor circuit malfunction. I drive this car 12 the year and my 2012 nissan altima the rest of the year. He changed the switch, and the power steering, the power windows, and the radio are now back to normal. 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. 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. Car complaints, car problems and defect information latest news. Once it warmed up the behavior was less pronounced.
This information is used by the engine control module ecm to control ignition and fuel injection. Manual transmission problems of the 2003 ford taurus. Ford taurus questions recalls on 2006 taurus transmissions. The car was slow to get moving when put in drive or reverse.
Ford taurus with 19bolt transmission pan 2003, automatic transmission input shaft speed sensor by standard. When retrieving ford check engine light codes with an obd ii scan tool, proceed as follows. Checked transmission fluid was about 8 inches above full line. Get your tradein, private party and dealer retail value with edmunds free appraisal calculator. Start problems with 2003 ford taurus general discussion. The synchronizer in 2003 ford taurus sits between cylinder 3 and 6. In addition to the p0340 code, the problem may also trigger a p0344, p0349, or p0345 camshaft intermittent.