2010 Ford Escape (ZD) — Repair Solution

2.3L L3 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto · Gear Changing - Auto · Transmission & Clutch

Ford Escape (ZD) Gear Changing - Auto Transmission & Clutch Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Ford
Model: Escape (ZD)
Year: 2010
Engine: 2.3L L3 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
Area: Transmission & Clutch
Category: Gear Changing - Auto

Customer Complaint

The automatic transmission is jumping down to first and second gears and sometimes neutralizing.

Problem Summary

The downshift is random, mainly around 70km/hr.








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Quick Facts

CodeFORZD1030261
Vehicle2010 Ford Escape (ZD)
Engine2.3L L3 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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