Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

Automatic transaxle malfunctions are usually caused by the following general conditions:
- Improper fluid level/condition
- Poor engine performance
- Improper engine or transaxle adjustments
- Transaxle hydraulic malfunctions
- Transaxle mechanical malfunctions

Diagnosis of transaxle problems should always begin with checking the easily accessible variables:
- Fluid level and condition
- Gearshift cable adjustment
- Throttle valve cable adjustment

After verifying or adjusting these variables, road test the vehicle to determine if the problem has been corrected or that further diagnosis is necessary. If the problem still exists, refer to the diagnosis charts to aid in determining the source or cause of failure.

Hydraulic pressure tests should be performed when a transaxle internal failure is suspected. The hydraulic flow charts, found in Diagrams, Fluid outline fluid flow and hydraulic circuitry. Circuit operation is provided for all gear ranges. Normal working pressures are also supplied for each of the gear ranges.

DIAGNOSIS CHARTS

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