2008 Ford Territory (SY) — Repair Solution

4.0L BARRA 182 6cyl 24v DOHC VCT MPFI Petrol Auto · Warning Lights On Dash · Transmission & Clutch

Ford Territory (SY) Warning Lights On Dash Transmission & Clutch Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Ford
Model: Territory (SY)
Year: 2008
Engine: 4.0L BARRA 182 6cyl 24v DOHC VCT MPFI Petrol Auto
Area: Transmission & Clutch
Category: Warning Lights On Dash

Customer Complaint

While driving, the vehicle sped up to the speed limit and the ETC light came on. The brake pedal became hard, the engine revved out, and the vehicle would not accelerate.

Problem Summary

The vehicle intermittently entered transmission limp mode, locking into 3rd or 5th gear. Dash cluster was slow to display gear position, and the scan tool displayed the vehicle in 3rd gear even when the selector and dash showed Park. Transmission temperature data was incorrect, reading 148°C when actual temperature was 78°C.

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Quick Facts

CodeFORSY0830273
Vehicle2008 Ford Territory (SY)
Engine4.0L BARRA 182 6cyl 24v DOHC VCT MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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