A/T Shift Solenoid Valve Test

1.Connect the HDS to the DLC (A).

 

2.Choose Shift Solenoid A, B, C, D, and E Test in Miscellaneous Test Menu with the HDS.

NOTE: If the HDS does not communicate with the PCM, troubleshoot the DLC circuit.

3.Check that the shift solenoid valve A, B, C, D, and E operate with the HDS. A clicking sound should be heard.

  • If a clicking sound is heard, the valves are OK. The test is complete, disconnect the HDS.
  • If no clicking sound is heard, go to step 4, and test the solenoid valve.

4.Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, then disconnect the positive cable.

5.Remove the battery hold-down bracket, and remove the battery and battery tray.

6.Remove the air intake duct and air cleaner housing.

7.Remove the battery base and resonator.

8.Lift the vehicle up on a hoist, or apply the parking brake, block the rear wheels, and raise the front of the vehicle. Make sure it is securely supported.

9.Remove the splash shield.

10.Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the automatic transmission fluid (ATF).

 

11.Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).

12.Remove the shift solenoid valve cover (A), dowel pins (B), and gasket (C).

 

13.Disconnect the shift solenoid harness connector, and remove it from the transmission housing.

 

14.Measure shift solenoid valve resistance between shift solenoid harness connector terminals below and body ground:

  • No. 1 (GRN): shift solenoid valve C
  • No. 2 (ORN): shift solenoid valve B
  • No. 3 (RED): shift solenoid valve E
  • No. 5 (BLU): shift solenoid valve A
  • No. 8 (YEL): shift solenoid valve D

Standard: 12-25 W 

15.If the resistance is within the standard, go to 17 and check solenoid valve for a clicking sound. If the resistance is out of standard, go to 16.

16.Disconnect shift solenoid valve connector, and measure the resistance at the solenoid valve connector. Replace the shift solenoid valve if the resistance is out of standard.

17.Connect the battery positive terminal to the shift solenoid harness connector terminals, and connect the battery negative terminal to body ground individually. A clicking sound should be heard.

  • If a clicking sound is heard, the valves are OK. The test is complete, connect the connector.
  • If no clicking sound is heard, replace shift solenoid valve.

18.Replace the shift solenoid harness if the test results are OK.

19.Install a new O-ring on the shift solenoid harness connector, and install the connector in the transmission housing.

20.Install the shift solenoid valve cover, dowel pins, and a new gasket.

21.Check the connector for rust, dirt, or oil, then connect the connector securely.

22.Secure the ATF cooler inlet line with the bolts, and install the harness clamp on the ATF cooler inlet line bracket.

23.Refill the transmission with ATF.

24.Install the battery base and resonator.

25.Install the air cleaner housing and air intake duct.

26.Install the battery tray and battery, then secure the battery with its hold-down bracket.

27.Connect the battery terminals, and apply grease around the battery terminals.

28.Install the splash shield.

29.Do the power window control unit reset procedure.