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Old Jun 17, 2009 | 10:41 AM
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Not connecting to ECC

I have a 1990 F250 5.8l that I am trying to run a diagnostic check with SnapON Solus Pro scanner. I cannot connect to the ECC with the scanner. The scanner is new and I am connected to the correct spot. I cleaned the connections. What would cause this?
 
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Old Jun 17, 2009 | 12:25 PM
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I got it to work. I am getting code 62 coverter clutch slippage. Would this cause my hard 2to3 and 3to4 shift when hot. What should i check next? This is the original trans with 81k miles 2nd owner with no towing or junk in the pan.
 
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Old Jun 17, 2009 | 06:30 PM
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Here's some info I found on the web. Looks like water can get into the transmission range sensor and mess it up, along with the wiring.

E4OD MLPS Water Intrusion of, TSB 95-2-12 by Ford for 89-94 via miesk5 (Al M) at comcast.net
Water Intrusion of MLP/TR Sensor TSB 95-2-12 by Ford for 89-94
01/30/95
TRANSMISSION - E40D - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES - WATER INTRUSION OF THE MLP/TR SENSOR
TRANSMISSION - E40D - POSSIBLE WATER INTRUSION INTO THE MLP/TR SENSOR CAUSING SHIFT CONCERNS AND/OR HARSH ENGAGEMENT CONCERNS
TRANSMISSlON - E40D - SHIFT CONCERNS AND/OR HARSH ENGAGEMENT CONCERNS DUE TO WATER INTRUSION OF THE MLP/TR SENSOR
1989-94 BRONCO, ECONOLINE, F-150-350 SERIES, F-47, F-53, F-59
ISSUE: Some vehicles may exhibit a shift concern and/or a harsh engagement concern due to water intrusion into the MLP/TR sensor and vehicle harness. There may also be a number of different DTC's along with those concerns.
ACTION: Replace the MLP/TR sensor and vehicle harness connector if signs of water penetration are evident. Refer to the following for service details.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Verify the customer concern.
2. Perform normal on-board diagnostics.
3. Inspect the MLP/TR sensor for signs of water contamination.
4. If water penetration is present and/or DTC's have been set, replace the MLP/TR sensor and the vehicle harness connector with the TR Sensor Service Kit (F5TZ-7A247-A).
The TR Service Kit contains:
One (1) TR Sensor
One (1) Connector Assembly
One (1) "Red" Pin Separator Plate
One (1) 6-Pin Grommet
One (1) 8-Pin Grommet
One (1) 7-Pin Grommet
One (1) Instruction Sheet
PART NUMBER PART NAME
F5TZ-7A247-A TR Sensor Service Kit
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage For 1992-94 Models, Basic Warranty Coverage For All Other Model Years
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME 950212A Perform Electronic 2.0 Hrs.
Transmission Diagnostics, Replace MLP/TR Sensor
DEALER CODING BASIC PART NO. CONDITION CODE 7F293 08

E4OD MLPS pic & Failure Causes by motorcraft.com MOTORCRAFT® SWITCHES FOR FORD, LINCOLN OR MERCURY VEHICLES
Why a Transmission Range Sensor May Fail
Time and usage
Prolonged use in extreme temperatures
If the electronic circuits to and from the sensor and to and from the engine control computer module are malfunctioning


Related Components to Check
Electronic circuits to and from the transmission range sensor
Electrical connections to and from the engine control computer

E4OD MLPS Removal Discussion & Tips by fullsizebronco.com
ck for broken shift cable as described here too;
FullSizeBronco.com - 78 - 96 Ford Bronco offroad club, forums, tech, installs
 
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Old Jun 17, 2009 | 09:10 PM
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Originally Posted by liberty2701
I got it to work. I am getting code 62 coverter clutch slippage. Would this cause my hard 2to3 and 3to4 shift when hot. What should i check next? This is the original trans with 81k miles 2nd owner with no towing or junk in the pan.

Yes. When the PCM detects the converter slip, it goes into "fail'safe mode" that maximizes EPC pressure. The high EPC pressure in turn causes the hard application of of the clutches during shifting.
 
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Old Jun 18, 2009 | 06:24 AM
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How come the high line pressure does not cause a hard 1 to 2 shift? And why does it shift good when the fluid is cold? When I clear the code it still does it.
 
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