A/T - Harsh 3rd - 1st Gear Torque Demand Downshift

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TRANSAXLE - AXOD - 3.8L - HARSH 3-1 TORQUE DEMAND DOWNSHIFTS

Article No. 90-4-11

FORD: 1988-89 TAURUS

LINCOLN-MERCURY: 1988-89 CONTINENTAL, SABLE

ISSUE: A harsh 3-1 torque demand downshift at slow speeds, 12-18 mph (19-29 km/h) when turning or accelerating after coasting to a slower speed may be caused by the calibration of pump and main control assembly.

ACTION: Install a new 1990 level pump and main control assembly. Refer to the appropriate Car Shop Manual, Section 17-15 for service details. Use the following Pump and Main Control Application Chart for correct parts usage.

PUMP & MAIN CONTROL APPLICATION CHART

MODEL VEHICLES PART NUMBER

1988/89 Taurus/Sable FODZ-7A100-B
1988 Continental FODZ-7A100-B
1989 Continental E9OY-7A100-B

NOTE: REVISED PACKAGING OF THE CURRENT 1990 PUMP AND MAIN CONTROL ASSEMBLY (FODZ-7A100-B) INCLUDES AN ACCUMULATOR SPRING WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. THE ASSEMBLY AS RECEIVED, OR MODIFIED WITH THE SPRING WILL SERVICE ALL VEHICLES EXCEPT THE 1989 CONTINENTAL.

PART NUMBER PART NAME CLASS

FODZ-7A100-B Pump & Main Control B
E9OY-7A100-B Pump & Main Control B

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: 89-23-8
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Basic Warranty Coverage, Major Component Warranty Coverage, Powertrain Warranty Coverage
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
900411A Install Main Control 3.6 Hrs.
DEALER CODING
BASIC PART NO. CONDITION CODE
7A100 42
OASIS CODES: 5100, 5300