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1997 FORD TAURUS

3.0L V6 DuratecFWDAUTOMATICgas
5 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor479Torque3852Fluid6DTC683Battery1Maintenance0Recalls5
P0751moderate severityPowertrain

Shift Solenoid A Performance/Stuck Off

on 1997 Ford Taurus 3.0L V6 Duratec · FWD

What this code means

Shift solenoid A is not activating when commanded.

Symptoms

  • Wrong gear engagement
  • No upshift or downshift

Common causes

  • Solenoid stuck off
  • Contamination
  • Valve body issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test solenoid
  2. Check fluid
  3. Inspect valve body

Repair notes

Replace solenoid.

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