[rondeo]

I should stress the purely speculative nature of my 'computer gear clash' remarks, if as you say there was an unresolved issue, it's unlikley to be 'customer provoked'

I can't believe no-one can say if the fluid was changed or not.

Given the history of problems and no evidence of a vital service would not the dealer make a good will offer to pay for a fluid change? Ford should be able to inspect the filter and sieve the fluid without extra cost?

Sorry can't suggest anything more helpful.