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Delayed Engagement After Shifting From N To D Or S, Or Excessive Shock When Shifting (A/T)




Delayed engagement after shifting from N to D or S, or excessive shock when shifting

Shift solenoid valve C defective

A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D defective

Shift cable broken or out of adjustment

Connection between shift cable and transmission or shift lever is worn

ATF temperature sensor defective

Low ATF level

Foreign material in separator plate orifice

1st accumulator defective

ATF strainer clogged

Lock-up shift valve defective

1st clutch defective

Clearance between clutch end-plate and top disc incorrect

Notes

Inspect the shift solenoid valve C function with the HDS Service and Repair.

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Check for a seized shift solenoid valve, and inspect the O-rings.

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Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D with the HDS A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve A, B, C, And D Test (A/T).

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Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the selector control lever.

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Inspect the ATF temperature sensor O-ring for wear and damage.

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

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Check for a clogged orifice in the separator plate. If the orifice is clogged, remove it and clean the separator plate orifice.

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Check the stall speed A/T Stall Speed Test.

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Check the line pressure A/T Pressure Test.

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Check the ATF strainer for debris. If the strainer is clogged, find the damaged components that caused the debris. If no cause for contamination is found, replace the torque converter.

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Check the lock-up shift valve in the main valve body for free movement, and check the valve spring for wear and damage.

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

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Inspect the clutch clearance for the 1st clutch.

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Check the 1st accumulator piston, the O-ring, and the spring in the manual valve body for wear and damage.