The Scorpio Auto Gearbox is a complex item and is controlled by
the EEC-V.Experience has shown that it is generally very reliable, however
some specific problems have been identified and their diagnosis and suggested
repairs are available on this site as follows:-
1. If your Autobox demonstrates a heavy vibration when changing gear, similar
to driving over a cattle grid then read the page about this fault
here.
2. If your Autobox does not appear to choose the correct gear, you lose
overdrive 4th gear or the torque converter fails to lockup correctly then it
just need the MAF cleaning - read about it here.
3. If cleaning the MAF has no effect then you should check for Diagnostic
Trouble Codes (DTCs). It costs between £60 and £90 to have the codes read by
Main Dealer, less by a properly equipped local garage, or you can read the code
yourself by meeting with an owner equipped with an OBD lead.
Purchasing this lead can pay for itself in one reading.
4. If your Autobox is behaving badly and DTCs are changing or coming
and going, then read
this article and check your wiring looms for damage before taking it to an
automatic gearbox specialist.
