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Poor Acceleration; Flares When Starting Off In D, S, and R; Stall Speed High In 1st In S (A/T)




Poor acceleration; flares when starting off in D, S, and R; stall speed high in 1st in S

Low ATF level

1st-hold clutch defective

Notes

Check the ATF level, and check the ATF cooler line for leaks and loose connections. If necessary, clean the ATF cooler lines.

Notes

Check the stall speed A/T Stall Speed Test.

Notes

Check the 1st-hold clutch pressure A/T Pressure Test.

Notes

Inspect the 1st-hold clutch for wear and damage.

Notes

Inspect the clutch piston, the clutch piston check valve, and the O-rings. Check the spring retainer for wear and damage. Inspect the clearance between clutch plate B and the top disc. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the clutch discs and the plates for wear and damage, and inspect the clutch wave-plate height. If the discs and the plates are worn or damaged, replace them as a set. If the clutch wave-plate height is out of the tolerance, replace the clutch wave-plate.