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P0218 2010 Ford Fusion Code - Transmission Fluid Temperature Over Temperature Condition

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- Repair Difficulty Level: 3/3
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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0218 2010 Ford Fusion?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Low transmission fluid level
  • Transmission cooling system concerns
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How to Fix the DTC P0218 2010 Ford Fusion?

Check the 'Possible Causes' listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the P0218 2010 Ford Fusion code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

What Does the P0218 2010 Ford Fusion Code Mean?

The flow of transmission fluid starts in the bottom pan and is drawn through the filter, control valve body assembly, transmission case, and into the oil pump assembly. The oil pump assembly pressurizes the fluid and directs it to the pressure regulator valve where it becomes the main supply of fluid to the various components and hydraulic circuits in the transmission. Hot fluid exiting the torque converter flows through the converter clutch apply valve and into the transmission cooler lines to the oil cooler located in the vehicle radiator (and auxiliary cooler if equipped). From the cooler, fluid returns to cool and lubricate the front of the transmission. In forward drive ranges, D4 fluid from the manual valve is routed through an orifice cup plug in the rear of the transmission case to feed the rear lube fluid circuit. When the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) detects a high Transmission Fluid Temperature (TFT) for a long period of time, then code P0218 will set.

P0218 2010 Ford Fusion Code - Transmission Fluid Temperature Over Temperature Condition

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