FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Line Pressure Test

LINE PRESSURE TEST PORTS





- Location of line pressure test ports.
- Always replace line pressure plugs as they are self-sealing bolts.

LINE PRESSURE TEST PROCEDURE
1. Check A/T fluid and engine oil levels. If necessary, add fluid or oil.





2. Drive vehicle for approximately. 10 minutes or until engine oil and ATF reach operating temperature.
ATF operating temperature: 50 - 80° C (122 - 176° F)





Test port for D, 2 and 1 positions





Test port for R position

3. Install pressure gauge to corresponding line pressure port.





4. Set parking brake and block wheels.
- Continue to depress brake pedal fully while line pressure test is being performed at stall speed.





5. Start engine and measure line pressure at idle and stall speed.
- When measuring line pressure at stall speed, follow the stall test procedure.
Line pressure:
Refer to "Line Pressure", under Automatic Transmission/Transaxle; Specifications.





JUDGEMENT OF LINE PRESSURE TEST