Stall Speed Test

Stall Speed Test
This test checks operation of these items:
^ Torque converter clutch
^ Forward clutch
^ Low one-way clutch assembly
^ Engine performance

WARNING: Apply the parking brake firmly while carrying out each stall test.

CAUTION: Always carry out the Line Pressure Test procedures prior to carrying out the Stall Speed Test. If line pressure is low at stall, do not carry out the Stall Speed Test or further transaxle damage will occur. Line Pressure Test

NOTE: The Stall Speed Test should be carried out with the engine and transaxle at normal operating temperatures.

1. Connect tachometer to the engine.

2. CAUTION: After testing each of these ranges D, L and R, move the selector lever to N (NEUTRAL) and run the engine at 1,000 rpm for about 15 seconds to allow the torque converter to cool before testing the next range.

CAUTION: Do not maintain wide open throttle (WOT) in any range for more than 5 seconds.

CAUTION: If the engine rpm recorded by the tachometer exceeds maximum specified rpm, release the accelerator pedal immediately. Clutch or band slippage is indicated.

NOTE: Prolonged use of this procedure may set Diagnostic Trouble Code P0712, P1783. After carrying out Stall Speed Test, run OBD Test and clear DTCs from memory.

Press accelerator pedal to floor (WOT) in each range. Record rpm reached in each range. Stall speeds should be as follows:

Stall Speed Chart:

Stall Speed Chart

3. If stall speeds were too high, refer to the Stall Speed Diagnosis Chart. If stall speeds were too low, first check the engine idle speed. If engine idle is OK, remove torque converter and check the torque converter one way clutch for slippage.

Stall Speed Diagnosis Chart (Part 1):

Stall Speed Diagnosis Chart (Part 2):

Stall Speed Diagnosis Chart