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Pinpoint Test Q: SSE: Notes

Diagnostic Overview 

Diagnostics in this article assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. Refer to Diagnostic Methods in REFER to Service Information for information about these practices.

Refer to Transmission Controls - 6F50/6F55 for schematic and connector information.

Normal Operation and Fault Conditions 

SSE is an On/Off solenoid. The PCM controls current flow through the solenoid ground input.

DTC Fault Trigger Conditions 

DTC  Description  Fault Trigger Conditions 
P0770 Shift Solenoid "E" Open, short to power or short to ground in the solenoid or wire harness.
P0773 Shift Solenoid "E" Electrical Open or short to ground in the solenoid or wire harness.
P0774 Shift Solenoid "E" Intermittent Intermittent circuit in the solenoid or wiring harness open, short to ground or shorted to power.

Possible Sources