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#377 of 689 Transmission problem by callyco

Mar 27, 2011 (8:14 am)

I have a 2005 Ford Focus ZX4. It has less than 30,000 miles on it. It started having transmission problems a week ago. I heard loud roaring, tried to accelerate and it wouldn't. Sounded like it just wasn't changing gears when needed. Stepped on the gas and the car jerked. The "O/D Off" light starting flashing and the "check engine" light came on. I took it to the dealer on a Saturday morning and was told all they could do at that time was check to make sure the transmission fluid level was okay...which it was. Said I'd have to bring my car back during regular hours to run a diagnostic which would cost at least $125. I took it to a neighborhood mechanic near me to get it checked out. Imagine my surprise when he told me that Ford Focus is "notorious" for transmission problems. Even though he was aware of that, he was still surprised at my car having problems with such low mileage. He ran a series of tests and stated that everything pointed to needing new shift solenoids. He said he could replace them, but it wasn't a 100% guarantee that it would fix the problem. That I may still need to get a new transmission....around $2,300 or so. I told him to replace the shift solenoids. Am now waiting for him to do just that and will see what happens.
 
Up until now, the only complaint I had about the Focus was not enough leg room for me. I've had my car for 6 years and had been satisfied otherwise. Now to hear about transmission problems with such low mileage! I'm not a happy camper. I've been a loyal Ford customer for over 30 years. I feel Ford should cover the entire cost to replace my transmission...with a new one and not another defective one....and reimburse me for expenses I've already incurred trying to get my car up and running again.

#378 of 689 Re: No reverse in transmission! Need help. Easy fix? [dno36] by tread7081

Mar 27, 2011 (9:06 am)

Replying to: dno36 (Mar 27, 2011 4:45 am)
OBDII reader showed no codes from my mechanic. Towed to dealer. Dealer said no codes. But, after motor/trans swap, it hasn't been driven. Could this be why no codes?

#379 of 689 Re: No reverse in transmission! Need help. Easy fix? [dno36] by tread7081

Mar 28, 2011 (6:12 pm)

Replying to: dno36 (Mar 27, 2011 4:45 am)
Scan was clear from dealer. No reverse NOR 3rd or 4th. Solenoid A?

#380 of 689 No reverse, 3rd, or 4th gear. CEL is on too. by tread7081

Mar 28, 2011 (11:16 pm)

New post. Update. Dealer said no reverse, that was it. Left the driveway. No reverse, and no 3rd or 4th gear. Went home slow. Wife followed. Did 30mph. No check engine light! Got home. Turned car off. Went in the house came back out to check a few things and started it back up. Guess what? Check engine light! Ordered a OBDII reader from Amazon for $39 shipped. Sound like solenoid "A" issue like post #79 or #110 (forget if that was them or not).
 
If so, where was the cheapest place online to buy them?
 
Thanks

#381 of 689 Re: No reverse, 3rd, or 4th gear. CEL is on too. [tread7081] by dno36

Mar 29, 2011 (5:23 pm)

Replying to: tread7081 (Mar 28, 2011 11:16 pm)
I bought mine on E-Bay about 18 mos ago...cost $40 with shipping....works excellent.
Similar to this item# (Item: 360355273801) currently on sale.
Get a model with display.

#382 of 689 Re: No reverse, 3rd, or 4th gear. CEL is on too. [dno36] by tread7081

Mar 29, 2011 (5:31 pm)

Replying to: dno36 (Mar 29, 2011 5:23 pm)
I saw that one. It didn't have the "CAN" though. For 2004 and newer.

#383 of 689 I got codes. Need parts numbers? by tread7081

Mar 30, 2011 (1:14 pm)

PO750 Solenoid A - XS4Z7H148AA
PO755 Solenoid B - ?
PO770 Solenoid E - XS4Z7G484AA
 
OBDII reader showed these codes. Can someone confirm part numbers?

#384 of 689 2003 Z3 Transmission by buffee

Mar 30, 2011 (1:35 pm)

Ok, so I went back to COPELAND who replaced my transmission 12,000 miles ago(It just now turned 40,000) and he said they couldn't find anything, the tranny was fine..etc. They cleared aLL THE codes and drove the car for 2 days--nothing. I am so paranoid....something happened 2 weeks ago, I did NOT imagine it. I am not taking this focus out of town. I am still debating on if I should just hand the car over to the bank, because I am NOT putting another 4,000 into this car, NO *&^% way!
One of my friends who worked for Ford for years told me that ONLY the trucks go without transmission problems, that ALL of their cars have problems with the tranny.
I am furious, Brand new IN 2004, AS OF NOW 40,000 MILES AND NOTHING but problems.
I reAlly want to SUE ford.............

#385 of 689 Need part numbers for solenoids? by tread7081

Mar 30, 2011 (2:14 pm)

PO750 Solenoid A - XS4Z7H148AA
PO755 Solenoid B - ?
PO770 Solenoid E - XS4Z7G484AA
  
OBDII reader showed these codes. Can someone confirm part numbers?

#386 of 689 Re: Need part numbers for solenoids? [tread7081] by dno36

Mar 30, 2011 (3:27 pm)

Replying to: tread7081 (Mar 30, 2011 2:14 pm)
If you call you r local friendly Ford parts dealer, tell them your year and model are, I believe they can confirm for you....I find it amazing 3 solenoids can go out at once???? Hmmm

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