Inspection Procedure 8

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 8: Slipping occurs with the D-range/R-range/manual mode, and engine racing occurs during gear shifting/driving.

COMMENTS ON TROUBLE SYMPTOM

Fluid may be insufficient or contaminated. Oil filter case assembly, mechatronic assembly, clutch assembly, or transaxle assembly may have a problem.

PROBABLE CAUSES

- Insufficient or contaminated fluid
- Malfunction of the oil filter case assembly
- Malfunction of the mechatronic assembly
- Malfunction of the clutch assembly
- Malfunction of the transaxle assembly

DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE

STEP 1. Oil filter case assembly check

(1)Check if the oil filter is replaced according to the cycle specified in the Maintenance Note.

- Normal condition : 96,000 km (60,000 miles)
- Severe condition : 48,000 km (30,000 miles)

(2)Visually check that no fluid leaks form the oil filter case assembly and it is installed normally.

Q. Is the check result normal?

YES Go to Step 2.
NO Replace the oil filter case assembly. (Refer to Service and Repair.)
STEP 2. Fluid check

Check for the fluid level and if no foreign material and contamination are found.

Q. Is the check result normal?

YES Go to Step 3.
NO Charge or replace the fluid.
STEP 3. Retest the system.

Q. Does a malfunction take place again?

YES Replace the transaxle assembly. (Refer to Removal and Replacement.)
NO Intermittent malfunction. How to Cope With Intermittent Malfunctions.)