Ford Fiesta Durashift clutch actuator fault – stuck in gear and no start
This is a very common problem in the Ford Fiesta (Mk6) that causes the gearbox to get stuck in one gear, and sometimes the car will not start. The clutch actuator is fitted to the Durashift EST (Electronic Shift Transmission) gearbox, which means that during a failure, the gearbox will get stuck in a gear. When you turn the car off and then try to restart it, you will find that the engine refuses to start.
Common Faults Codes:
- P0810 – Clutch Position Control Error
- P0949 – ASM Adaptive Learning Not Complete
Common Faults:
- Non start
- Stuck in gear
- ‘Transmission fault’
- Flashing N in gear display
- No gear display
Ford Fiesta Automatic Gearbox Problems
When this failure occurs, you will see a warning message appear on the instrument cluster that reads ‘Transmission fault’. Additionally, a flashing ‘N’ will appear in the gear display, or it may be blank. The most common fault code, P0810 – Clutch Position Control Error, will appear when the car is scanned with a diagnostic tool, which unfortunately cannot be cleared.
Ford Fiesta Clutch Replacement Cost
To resolve the Ford Fiesta Durashift problem, main dealerships often purchase an expensive replacement clutch actuator, which also requires extra cost to have programmed to the car. They also offer only a short one-year manufacturer warranty, and since these failures weren’t corrected at the factory level, all new replacements done by them are prone to malfunction.
Ford Fiesta Clutch Repair
At Essex Recons, we test and rebuild the original clutch actuator with a lifetime warranty, so there is no need for re-coding. During the rebuild, we ensure that the deep-rooted causes are engineered out so it doesn’t fail again.
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Common Questions:
We at Essex Recons strive to exceed your expectations in the quality of our repairs. We aim to complete our repairs in a timely fashion while adhering to all ESD safety measures when working on sensitive equipment.
All our products come with a Lifetime Warranty* when ordered from our website.
To pay for the rebuild click the product link(s) above to select the module you require. Order straight from our website. Once the order is complete, package your unit inside a sturdy box with plenty of packaging material. Ensure that you include your contact details and order number somewhere within the box. Send us your package by a tracked courier. Once we receive your product we will test, rebuild and return your module with the Lifetime Warranty* included.
