Topaz L4-140 2.3L CFI (1985)
Throttle Valve Cable/Linkage: All Technical Service Bulletins
A/T - ATX Harsh Shift Concern
Article No. 86-3-20
TRANSMISSION - AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE - ATX - T.V. LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT FOR HARSH SHIFTS (VEHICLES WITH 2.3L CFI)
FORD 1985-86 TEMPO
LINCOLN-MERCURY 1985-86 TOPAZ
The following service procedure is to be used only when a harsh shift concern is encountered and the TV linkage adjustment is suspected as the cause.
For all other service to the transaxle that requires TV linkage adjustment, the 1985 and 1986 Shop Manual procedures are to be used.
Procedure to Verify Vehicle Has Learned Idle (Excerpted from TSB 85-9-17 dated May 3, 1985)
1.
Set the heater function control lever to the floor position and fan speed switch in "off" position.
2.
Set parking brake firmly and run engine until coolant temperature is greater than 170~F (top radiator hose pressurized and hot).
3.
Set vehicle wheels straight so there is no power steering load. Set the parking brake and apply the foot brake for the next step (4).
4.
Place transmission selector in "DR" and momentarily depress and release throttle to be sure idle returns to desired speed (600 rpm for 1985
vehicles and 650 rpm for 1986 and modified 1985 vehicles). This is to confirm that the EEC processor has learned idle.
5.
If idle speed does not return to rpm specified in Step 4, check for other causes, i.e., mechanical interference in the accelerator and transmission
linkage, vacuum leaks, or misadjustment of the throttle return control stop screw. See Section 4, Volume H of the 1985 and 1986 Shop Manuals.
6.
After repairs (if necessary) for Step 5, repeat Steps 1, 2, 3, and 4, then allow engine to idle for one minute so the EEC processor is properly
conditioned. Refer to TSB 85-9-17.
1985 Model Year Only
1.
Verify that the vehicle has "learned" idle (noted above).
2.
Place the transaxle in park, with the engine at idle and parking brake applied.
3.
Disconnect the ATX TV control rod from the engine throttle linkage shaft assembly by pulling the stud on the sliding trunnion out of the rubber
grommet.
4.
Loosen the bolt in the sliding trunnion block on the TV control rod assembly one turn minimum. Make sure trunnion block slides freely.
5.
While pulling up on the TV control rod with slight force to ensure that the ATX TV outer lever is up against its internal stop, carefully align the
stud on the trunnion with the centerline of the grommet on the throttle linkage shaft assembly.
6.
Tighten the bolt on the trunnion block 9-14 N-m (7-11 ft.lbs.), being sure to maintain stud to grommet alignment.
7.
Install stud into grommet.
1986 Model Year
The procedure described below is for 1986 2.3L HSC CFI.
1.
Verify the vehicle has "learned" idle (noted above).
2.
Place the transaxle in park, with the engine at idle and parking brake applied.
3.
Loosen the bolt in the sliding trunnion block on the TV control rod assembly one turn minimum. Make sure trunnion block slides freely.
4.
Pull up on the ATX TV control rod using light force to ensure that TV control lever is against its internal stop. Allow the trunnion to slide on the
rod to its natural position.
5.
Tighten the bolt on the trunnion block 9-14 N-m (7-11 ft.lbs.).
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: 85-9-17
WARRANTY STATUS: Reimbursable within the provisions of the Warranty and Policy Manual.
OPERATION: SP7332B85
