{"id":2482,"date":"2023-03-16T16:38:40","date_gmt":"2023-03-16T16:38:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.service4service.co.uk\/news\/?p=2482"},"modified":"2023-11-06T12:35:23","modified_gmt":"2023-11-06T12:35:23","slug":"the-most-common-issues-with-powershift-gearboxes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.service4service.co.uk\/news\/ford\/the-most-common-issues-with-powershift-gearboxes\/","title":{"rendered":"The Most Common Issues With Powershift Gearboxes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dual-clutch transmission systems are becoming more and more popular in vehicles across the world and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.service4service.co.uk\/manufacturers\/ford\">Ford<\/a> have jumped on the changing times with their own version &#8211; the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.service4service.co.uk\/car-repairs\/powershift-gearboxes\">Powershift gearbox<\/a>. Designed to offer faster and more efficient shifts between gears than other traditional automatic systems, the Powershift gearbox has changed the way that some newer Ford vehicles operate. However, with all new technology, there can be teething problems and Powershift gearboxes have had their fair share of problems worth keeping your eye out for. Here, we\u2019re taking a look at some of the most common so you can spot the signs for yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Is A Powershift Gearbox?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ford\u2019s powershift gearbox utilises a dual-clutch system that takes the best of manual and automatic transmissions and blends them into an efficient system that improves the driving experience. With the control of a manual system but the ease of an automatic system, Powershift offers control via a unit as opposed to a pedal, much like an automatic system. However, with two clutches, there\u2019s a double that can go wrong, which is where we can help. If your Powershift gearbox is experiencing any of the problems listed below, book your vehicle in for repair with us as soon as possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Shuddering and Jolting<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re beginning to drive and your car is shuddering or shaking as you go from still to moving, this could be a sign that something isn\u2019t right with your Powershift system. Typically, a faulty clutch assembly is likely to be the cause. If the clutch is poorly assembled, it can cause a wide range of issues with varying levels of seriousness, so it\u2019s essential to have your vehicle looked at by a qualified mechanic. They can diagnose the cause of the issue and the precise nature of the problem, though the transmission may need to be removed and repaired in order to be properly functioning again.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Clunky Shift<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If there is a heavy clunk each time the car moves through a gear, this is a sign that you could have an issue with the valve body. The entire nature of a powershift gearbox is to provide smooth, seamless shifts both up and down the gears so if you are experiencing issues with reluctant or clunky shifts, it is likely a sign that something isn\u2019t working properly. We can run full diagnostics to find the source of the issue and what might be causing it, as well as put together a full repair plan. In some cases, you may just need a replacement valve. In others, a whole new control module may be needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Sensor Faults<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sensors inside the Powershift transmission are a vital part of the system and when things go wrong, it can often be because of faulty sensors. The magnets used to relay information can become dirty or worn and provide false information but in these cases, a repair can be as simple as cleaning the sensors and replacing the oil within the transmission. In some cases, however, there may be a slightly more serious problem. In cases where a clean and oil change doesn\u2019t fix the problem, you may have an issue with the control module itself, which will likely need to be replaced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more information or to book your faulty Ford Powershift gearbox in for repair, simply get in touch with a member of our team for more information, today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dual-clutch transmission systems are becoming more popular and Ford have jumped on the changing times with the Powershift gearbox. <\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn-secondary entries-readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/www.service4service.co.uk\/news\/ford\/the-most-common-issues-with-powershift-gearboxes\/\" title=\"Read more\">Read 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