Thunderbird V8-281 4.6L SOHC (1994)
Fluid Filter - A/T: Customer Interest
A/T - Vibration/Shudder On Light Acceleration
Article No.
95-23-4
11/20/95
FORD:
1992-95 CROWN VICTORIA
1994-95 MUSTANG, THUNDERBIRD
LINCOLN-MERCURY:
1992-95 GRAND MARQUIS, TOWN CAR
1993-95 MARK VIII
1994-95 COUGAR
LIGHT TRUCK:
1994-95 ECONOLINE, F-150
This TSB article is being republished in its entirety to clarify Issue, Action, Service Procedure, and Operation.
ISSUE:
Torque converter clutch shudder or vibration may occur under light to moderate acceleration above 56 km/h (35 mph) while in 3rd or 4th gear or during
3-4 or 4-3 shifts. This condition may be noticeable on higher mileage vehicles (24,000 km/15,000 mi or more) when the torque converter clutch engages
or disengages during light to moderate acceleration.
ACTION:
Perform normal diagnostics (i.e., linkage adjustment fluid level and condition, On-Board diagnostic check). If self test codes are present, service as
required. If no DTCs are present, perform the following Service Procedure.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1.
Drain all transmission fluid. Refer to the appropriate Service Manual, Section 07-01 for details. If fluid is burnt or heavily contaminated, repair as
required.
