Orange Wrench Light Illuminated?

STICKS52

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2016 FORD F-150
5.0L
V8
2WD
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71,500 MILES

Orange wrench light came on the dash for about 5 seconds. After that the transmission would not go below 3rd gear and no higher than 5th. Turned truck off and restarted and issue went away. That happened two days in a row. Thanks

Sunday, January 15th, 2023 AT 8:26 AM

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

What you described sounds like the vehicle went into what is called limp mode. This happens if the computer recognizes a fault in different items.

The reason it is called limp mode is just that. It is designed to allow you to limp to safety.

I have a question, has the light come back on, or have you continued to have the same issues? If so, I recommend having the can-bus scanned.

CAN stands for controller area network. Basically, the different computers/modules on the truck communicate via a few wires. This type of scan will retrieve diagnostic trouble codes regardless of the module storing them.

Here is a link that explains how it is done:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/can-scan-controller-area-network-easy

Let me know if this helps, what you find, or if you have other questions.

Take care,

Joe

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Sunday, January 15th, 2023 AT 7:23 PM

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Thanks for your quick response. I have several codes is just got.
P0316, P0722, U0155, U0253, U0401, and U0452.

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Monday, January 16th, 2023 AT 6:17 AM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

That is quite a list. LOL I have a feeling the problem is the output speed sensor. Actually, it could be the sensor, or a wiring issue related to the circuit.

When I went to code P0722, it directs me to follow the diagnostics related to a P0720.

Let me know if you are comfortable performing this.

Take care,

joe

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Monday, January 16th, 2023 AT 4:35 PM

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Thanks, Joe, for the great information. I have an appointment with the Ford dealership on Thursday. Figured I better leave it to the pros. Thanks again.

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Tuesday, January 17th, 2023 AT 7:38 AM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

You are very welcome. If you have a chance, could you let me know what they find? I'm interested in knowing.

Take care,

Joe

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Tuesday, January 17th, 2023 AT 6:00 PM

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I sure will. Thanks again.

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Tuesday, January 17th, 2023 AT 6:04 PM

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Dealership tells me it is a connector part # Foal3z-7g276-d. They call it a lead frame but the description on the paperwork has output shaft speed sensor. Same as you told me. Problem is there is a national back order on the part. Can’t get one until March. Thanks again for your help.

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Thursday, January 19th, 2023 AT 2:11 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

Did they give you any ideas as to when the part would be available? March is hard to believe. Also, I believe you can purchase this part from remanufacturers. Did you try typing in the part number to see if you can get one online?

Let me know.

Joe

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Thursday, January 19th, 2023 AT 4:57 PM

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I tried online and found several but when I tried to order the message said back ordered. The only one I could find was eBay and it delivers in March. The dealership said they have 5 vehicles waiting on this same part. Go figure.

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Thursday, January 19th, 2023 AT 5:06 PM

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