2015 Ford Ranger (PX) — Repair Solution

3.2L P5AT 5cyl 20v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto · Gear Changing - Auto · Transmission & Clutch

Ford Ranger (PX) Gear Changing - Auto Transmission & Clutch Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Ford
Model: Ranger (PX)
Year: 2015
Engine: 3.2L P5AT 5cyl 20v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
Kilometres: 235,487
Area: Transmission & Clutch
Category: Gear Changing - Auto

Customer Complaint

The gearbox is shifting hard.

Problem Summary

The vehicle went into a river and the motor and transmission were replaced with second-hand components. Since the replacement, the transmission light is coming on and the gearbox is displaying a hard gear shifting pattern at 20-30 KM when the throttle position is above 90% but this does not happen if accelerating gently.

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Quick Facts

CodeFORPX1530261
Vehicle2015 Ford Ranger (PX)
Engine3.2L P5AT 5cyl 20v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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