Expert Ford Fusion transmission service in Arlington Heights. Free computer diagnostic, 2-year / 24,000-mile warranty on rebuilds, all years.
We will contact you as soon as a service member is available by call, text, or email.
2006 - 2009: 5-speed automatic (5F35) on 2.3L I4. 2010 - 2012: 6-speed automatic (6F35) on 2.5L I4 and 3.0L V6. 2013 - 2020: 6-speed automatic (6F35) on 1.5L/2.5L I4. 2013 - 2020: 6-speed automatic (6F50) on 2.0L EcoBoost AWD. 2014 - 2020: e-CVT on Fusion Hybrid/Energi (Atkinson-cycle hybrid).
The 6F35 in Fusion is one of the most commonly repaired Ford FWD transmissions. Solenoid failures are frequently repaired without a full rebuild ($450 - 750). For TCC shudder on EcoBoost models, Mercon LV fluid exchange is the first step. Full rebuild becomes necessary when clutch packs are damaged from driving through solenoid failure symptoms. The e-CVT hybrid unit requires hybrid-specific service procedures.
All 6F35 and 6F50 use Mercon LV. Never use Dexron or generic ATF - the friction modifiers differ. Fusion Hybrid e-CVT uses specific Ford Hybrid eCVT fluid. Change every 40,000 miles.
Solenoid repair: 1 - 2 days. Full 6F35 rebuild: 2 - 3 days. Hybrid eCVT: 3 - 4 days.
Fluid service and inspection complete the same day. Solenoid or sensor replacement: 1 day. Torque converter or seal repair: 2 - 3 days. Full rebuild with road test: 4 - 6 days. Time estimates assume parts in stock - call (312) 452-5637 to verify availability for your specific vehicle.
Every vehicle needs diagnosis before anyone can promise a repair path. These are the situations we help organize before you decide what to do next.
Tell us when it happens, whether reverse still works, and if warning lights are on. A scan and fluid check come before guessing at a rebuild.
Fluid condition, leak location, and driving distance matter. If the vehicle is slipping badly or overheating, towing may be the safer next step.
A failed solenoid, valve body, converter, or internal clutch problem can lead to very different repair paths. The goal is a clear diagnosis and written estimate.
Harsh 1-2 on the 6F35 is almost always solenoid 1 failure. It's one of the most common Ford repairs we do. Often repairable for $450 - 750 without a full rebuild - get a free diagnostic first.
The 6F50 is a more robust unit than the 6F35. It handles the EcoBoost's power well, but the AWD pump develops wear if fluid is neglected. Change every 40,000 miles.
The hybrid eCVT makes different sounds than a conventional automatic - some mechanical whine during the transition between EV and engine power is normal. Abnormal would be a grinding or metal-on-metal noise. Get a diagnostic if you're concerned.
For a Fusion with a 6F35 failure, a rebuild at our shop is $1,500 - 2,000 and comes with a 2-year / 24,000-mile warranty. Used transmissions typically come with 90 days. Rebuild is almost always the better value.
A properly rebuilt 6F35 with new solenoids, clutches, and seals regularly lasts 150,000+ additional miles. We back it with a 2-year / 24,000-mile warranty.
Same-day appointments available. Honest estimates, no surprises. We've been doing this for Arlington Heights drivers.
