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Ok guys. Having problems with the CD4E on my '99 Contour. I do not currently have 2nd or 4th (OD) gears. Transaxle shifts from 1st directly to 3rd. The OD light will blink after a while, but not always. I've already done a drain and fill (3 days ago) - just 4 qts, and am about to do another one right now. I also ordered a TSS from Bill Jenkins that arrived today, and may change it out if time permits, otherwise, i will do one more drain and fill, and change the TSS along with my motor oil tomorrow. (doing the cheap fixes first)
My question is, the new TSS does not seem to "spin". Is it supposed to? I want to make sure the new TSS is not defective BEFORE I put it in. Please advise ASAP. Thanks in advance.
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TSS (turbine speed sensor) is a magnetic pickup sensor ... you might be thinking of the VSS (vehicle speed sensor). So, yes, you are right, it IS NOT supposed to "spin". Here is how you change it:
http://www.newcougar.org/forums/showthread.php?t=1451
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Thanks for the quick reply... and yeah, I just right now figured it out when the old one I took out didn't spin either. Thanks again.
Now I just hope it solves my problem.
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Well, it was not the TSS, as I still have the same problem. Guess I should buy and replace the VSS next? And if that doesn't work, guess the next thing I'm buying is a Mazdaspeed6 GT  Unless there are other suggestions. wk217
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Based on your problem description, I would suspect the valve body.
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Originally posted by fastcougar:
Based on your problem description, I would suspect the valve body.
Or a shift solenoid. Certainly not a VSS. A fault with the INT/OD band and/or servo will also cause a no 2nd/4th condition.
Here's an idea: Since the O/D light is flashing, how about following the manual and READ YOUR CODES.
The codes will tell you what the computer has detected is not correct. With those codes, you can quit parts-swapping and do some real doagnosis...
Steve
98 Contour SE Sport 2.5 Duratec ATX The wifey's car
89 Taurus SHO - 246K miles
94 SHO ATX - 190K
1997 F-150 5.4L ATX - The Workhorse 150K.
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Originally posted by wk217:
... Guess I should buy and replace the VSS next? ...
No, if your speedometer is working fine, don't replace the Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS). Scan the PCM and post the codes.
If you want to do a last ditch grasp straws item before the tranny rebuild or new car purchase, change the Manual Lever Position Sensor ($50).
MLPS change.
http://www.contour.org/ubbthreads/showflat.php?Cat=&Board=trouble&Number=1040336&page=&view=&sb=5&o=&fpart=1&vc=1
Last edited by Tony2005; 04/18/06 01:46 PM.
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Actually, I've actually been trying to get the codes read...
I purchased the OBD-2 scanner from Alex Peper a while back, (Group Buy, I believe) but have been unable to read the codes with that unit.
1. Is that unit capable of reading these codes?
2. If so, how?
Thanks.
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Go to your local Autozone or wherever and they will scan your codes for you, usually for free.
Then get back to us.
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Originally posted by wk217:
Actually, I've actually been trying to get the codes read...
I purchased the OBD-2 scanner from Alex Peper a while back, (Group Buy, I believe) but have been unable to read the codes with that unit.
1. Is that unit capable of reading these codes?
2. If so, how?
Thanks.
Yes, it can do it.
email Alex for support. One undocumented security feature is that software will not allow a connection to the vehicle's computer (will get a failure to connect message) until you enter the registration code.
Alex can help you if you have misplaced the code. He'll look it up by some identifier. In my case, it was my email address.
Steve
98 Contour SE Sport 2.5 Duratec ATX The wifey's car
89 Taurus SHO - 246K miles
94 SHO ATX - 190K
1997 F-150 5.4L ATX - The Workhorse 150K.
ANY THREAD WITH "OMG" or "WTF" ETC IN THE TITLE WILL BE IGNORED!
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