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PO761 shift solenoid C performance stuck off. transmission goes through 1st and 2nd ,then RPM goes up and no gear

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  • kateandlon Aug 10, 2009

    I replaced all three shift solenoids today because, at first it would not go into overdrive, then after a year it would not come out of first,

  • Anonymous Mar 05, 2013

    can be caused by: low transmission fluid, dirty transmission fluid, faulty shift solenoid valve, shift solenoid C valve harness or connectors, shift solenoid C valve circuit is open or shorted

  • Anonymous Mar 05, 2013

    When the a transmission solenoid is stuck off, in most cases the problem is not the electrical part of the solenoid; the problem is foreign material obstructing the mechanical function of the solenoid or the flow of the fluid through the transmission valve body. If the transmission fluid is very dirty, it is recommend changing the transmission fluid and if possible removing the transmission pan for further diagnosis. Excessive debris or metal particles on the transmission pan could be an indication that there is a transmission mechanical failure and that the transmission will need to be rebuilt or replaced.

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DTC P0760/P0761/P1761 indicates SS3 electrical malfunction.

Possible cause:

Internal Transmission
Damaged solenoid
Solenoid circuit open or shorted to power or ground
Power circuit open or shorted
PCM damaged.
It's possible the Shift Solenoid is damaged, or the wiring for it is damaged. This solenoid is located in the valve body of the transmission so I would recommend that a Ford Dealer look at it. Ask them to reference TSB number 98-6-5. I think it may apply to your vehicle.
With the problem being intermittent, I think it could be a damaged or dirty transmission connector.

That is a shift solenoid #3 failure. There is a tsb for the shift solenoid gate breaking and causing this code. The valve body will need to be removed and if the gate is broken will need to be replaced and the bore inspected to make sure its not damaged. this will need to be repaired by a shop or mechanic that is familiar with this problem.

FORD: 1994-1998 TAURUS LINCOLN-MERCURY: 1994-1998 SABLE
1995-1998 CONTINENTAL

ISSUE: No 4th gear operation (no 3-4 shift) and Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P0734 and/or P0761 or 648 may occur on some vehicles. This may be caused by a broken retaining clip in the valve body that secures the forward clutch control valve and spring in place.
ACTION: Replace broken forward clutch control valve retaining clip with revised forward clutch control valve retaining clip. Refer to the following Service Procedure for details.
SERVICE PROCEDURE

  1. Inspect for a broken retaining clip by removing the valve body and then the valve body separator plate. Inspect the forward clutch control valve, spring, retaining clip, and valve body casting for damage
  2. If the clip is broken and the forward clutch control valve and/or valve body casting is damaged, replace the main control. The retaining clip has just been revised to prevent the chance of breakage. The revised Retaining Clip (F8DZ-7F194-AA) has circular cutouts on the side of the clip in place of the square cutouts on the previous design level clip

  1. Inspect the new main control (if required) before installing it and replace this retaining clip for the forward clutch control valve and spring if it's not the new design (Figure 2).
  2. Any time service is required on any AX4N transaxle main control, inspect the retaining clip for the forward clutch control valve to be sure it is the latest design level, and replace the retaining clip if it is not. The revised clip is larger and will remain centered in the valve body casting groove.

PART NUMBER PART NAME F8DZ-7F194-AA Forward Clutch Control Valve Retaining Clip

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME 981007A Inspect/Repair/Replace Main Control Valve Body 2.4 Hrs.

DEALER CODING BASIC PART NO. CONDITION CODE 7F194 01

OASIS CODES: 501000, 502000, 503000, 503300, 503400, 504000

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  • Anonymous Aug 10, 2009

    If you are proficient with doing your own repairs, this is one that you may be agle to handle at home, but it is not a speed sensor. You have a problem with a shift solenoid.

    A quick tutorial.....
    The transmission is controlled by the computer. It reads inputs from the engine together with speed inputs from the transmission to compute which range in the transmission should be engaged. This is accomplished with solenoids that control line pressure, converter lockup, and shift valves. By activating solenoids, the transmission is shifted into the required range.

    Your code indicates that shift solenoid C is apparently not performing its required function. This could be for several reasons....
    1) The solenoid could be shorted or open.
    2) The solenoid could be mechanically stuck.
    3) The corresponding valve in the valve body could be sticking,

    Access to the solenoids can be gained by removing the side pan from the transmission. For access, you must remove the left side powertrain mount and bracket. There is not a lot of room to work, but you can get to it.

    You can check the solenoids for the proper resistance with an ohm meter. If resistance checks OK, you need to identify which solenoid is causing the problem. The solenoid is then easily replaced.

    However, if the problem is internal to the valve body, then the valve body will need to be disassembled and repaired. This job does require some special tools, and is a bit beyond the scope of home repairs.

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