A/T System Symptom Troubleshooting

Symptom Probable cause(s) Notes 
When you turn the ignition switch ON (II), the D indicator comes on and stays on in all shift lever positions, or it never comes on at all 
  • F-CAN communication line error
  • Gauge control module defective
  • PCM defective
 
 
A/T gear position indicator does not come on while the shift lever is in that position 
  • F-CAN communication line error
  • Gauge control module defective
  • PCM defective
  • Transmission range switch defective
 
 
Shift indicator does not work 
  • F-CAN communication line error
  • Gauge control module defective
  • PCM defective
 
 
When you press the steering wheel upshift (+) switch in S, the transmission does not upshift gears A problem in the steering wheel upshift (+) switch circuit Check the steering wheel upshift (+) switch circuit. 
When you press the steering wheel downshift (-) switch in S, the transmission does not downshift gears A problem in the sttering wheel downshift (-) switch circuit Check the steering wheel downshift (-) switch circuit. 

Symptom Probable cause(s) Notes 
Shift lever cannot be moved from P position while you are pushing on the brake pedal 
  • Shift lock solenoid defective
  • Shift lock solenoid control circuit
  • Shift lock mechanism defective
  • Brake switch circuit
  • Brake switch defective
  • Accelerator pedal position sensor circuit
  • Accelerator pedal position sensor defective
  • Throttle body defective
  • Transmission range switch ATP P switch stuck OFF
  • Transmission range switch ATP P switch line opened
 
 
Ignition switch cannot be moved from ACC (I) position to LOCK (0) position (key is pushed in, shift lever in P) 
  • Interlock control system circuit
  • Key interlock solenoid stuck ON
  • Park pin switch stuck OFF
  • Transmission range switch
 
 
HDS does not communicate with the PCM or the vehicle DLC circuit error Troubleshoot the DLC circuit. 

Symptom Probable cause(s) Notes 
Engine runs, but vehicle does not move in any gear 1.
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Low ATF level
Shift cable broken or out of adjustment
Joint in shift cable and transmission or body worn
ATF pump worn or binding
Regulator valve stuck or spring worn
ATF strainer clogged
Mainshaft worn or damaged
Final gears worn or damaged
Transmission-to-engine assembly error
Axle disengaged 
  • Check the ATF level, and check the ATF cooler lines for leakage and loose connections. If necessary, clean the ATF cooler lines.
  • Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the transmission control shaft.
  • Improper alignment of ATF pump and torque converter housing may cause ATF pump seizure. The symptoms are mostly an rpm-related ticking noise or a high pitched squeak.
  • Check the line pressure.
  • Be careful not to damage the torque converter housing when replacing the main ball bearing. You may also damage the ATF pump when you torque down the main valve body. This will result in ATF pump seizure if not detected. Use the proper tools.
  • Install the main seal flush with the torque converter housing. If you push it into the torque converter housing until it bottoms out, it will block the fluid return passage and result in damage.
  • Check the ATF strainer for debris. If the ATF strainer is clogged with particles of steel or aluminum, inspect the ATF pump. If the ATF pump is OK, find the damaged components that caused the debris. If no cause for contamination is found, replace the torque converter.
  • Inspect the differential pinion shaft for wear under the pinion gears. If the differential pinion shaft is worn, overhaul the differential assembly, replace the ATF strainer, thoroughly clean the transmission, and clean the torque converter, cooler, and lines.
 
Vehicle moves in R, but not in D, S, or S in 1st 1.
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3. 
1st accumulator defective
1st gears worn or damaged
1st clutch defective 
  • Check the 1st clutch pressure.
  • Inspect the clutch piston, clutch piston check valve, and O-rings. Check the spring retainer and retainer seal for wear and damage. Inspect the clutch end-plate-to-top-disc clearance. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the clutch discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs are worn or damaged, replace the discs as a set. Inspect the clutch waved-plate height. If the height is out of tolerance, replace the waved-plate. If the discs and plates are OK, adjust the clearance with the clutch end-plate.
  • Inspect the 1st clutch feed pipe. If the 1st clutch feed pipe is scored, replace the end cover.
  • Replace the secondary shaft if the bushing for the 1st clutch feed pipe is loose or damaged.
 

Symptom Probable cause(s) Notes 
Vehicle moves in D, S, and R, but not in 2nd in S 1.
2.
3. 
2nd accumulator defective
2nd gears worn or damaged
2nd clutch defective 
  • Check the 2nd clutch pressure.
  • Inspect the clutch piston, clutch piston check valve, and O-rings. Check the spring retainer and retainer seal for wear and damage. Inspect the clutch end-plate-to-top-disc clearance. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the clutch discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs are worn or damaged, replace the discs as a set. Inspect the clutch waved-plate height. If the height is out of tolerance, replace the waved-plate. If the discs and plates are OK, adjust the clearance with the clutch end-plate.
 
Vehicle moves in D and S, but not in R 1.
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Shift solenoid valve E defective
Shift fork shaft stuck
Shift valve E defective
4th/reverse accumulator defective
4th clutch defective
Reverse gears worn or damaged 
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connections.
  • Inspect the shift solenoid valve E for seizure, and O-rings for wear and damage.
  • Check for a missing shift fork bolt on the shift fork shaft.
  • Check the 4th clutch pressure.
  • Inspect the clutch piston, clutch piston check valve, and O-rings. Check the spring retainer and retainer seal for wear and damage. Inspect the clutch end-plate-to-top-disc clearance. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the clutch discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs are worn or damaged, replace the discs as a set. Inspect the clutch waved-plate height. If the height is out of tolerance, replace the waved-plate. If the discs and plates are OK, adjust the clearance with the clutch end-plate.
  • Inspect the reverse selector gear teeth chamfers, and inspect engagement teeth chamfers of the countershaft 4th gear and reverse gear. Replace the reverse gears and the reverse selector if they are worn or damaged. If the transmission makes a clicking, grinding, or whirring noise, also replace the mainshaft 4th gear, reverse idler gear, and countershaft 4th gear.
 
Poor acceleration; flares on starting off in D, S, and R; stall speed high in D, S, and S in 1st and 2nd 1.
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Low ATF level
Shift cable broken or out of adjustment
ATF pump worn or binding
Regulator valve stuck or spring worn
ATF strainer clogged
Torque converter check valve defective 
  • Check the ATF level, and check the ATF cooler lines for leakage and loose connections. If necessary, clean the ATF cooler lines.
  • Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the transmission control lever.
  • Improper alignment of ATF pump and torque converter housing may cause ATF pump seizure. The symptoms are mostly an rpm-related ticking noise or a high pitched squeak.
  • Check the ATF strainer for debris. If the ATF strainer is clogged with particles of steel or aluminum, inspect the ATF pump. If the ATF pump is OK, find the damaged components that caused debris, and no cause for contamination is found, replace the torque converter.
 

Symptom Probable cause(s) Notes 
Poor acceleration; flares on starting off in D, S, and R; stall speed high when starting off in S in 2nd 2nd clutch defective 
  • Check the 2nd clutch pressure.
  • Inspect the clutch piston, clutch piston check valve, and O-rings. Check the spring retainer and retainer seal for wear and damage. Inspect the clutch end-plate-to-top-disc clearance. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the clutch discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs are worn or damaged, replace the discs as a set. Inspect the clutch waved-plate height. If the height is out of tolerance, replace the waved-plate. If the discs and plates are OK, adjust the clearance with the clutch end-plate.
 
Poor acceleration; flares on starting off in D, S, and R; stall speed high in R 1.

2. 
Shift cable broken or out of adjustment
4th clutch defective 
  • Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the transmission control lever.
  • Check the 4th clutch pressure in the D and R positions.
  • Inspect the clutch piston, clutch piston check valve, and O-rings. Check the spring retainer and retainer seal for wear and damage. Inspect the clutch end-plate-to-top-disc clearance. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the clutch discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs are worn or damaged, replace the discs as a set. Inspect the clutch waved-plate height. If the height is out of tolerance, replace the waved-plate. If the discs and plates are OK, adjust the clearance with the clutch end-plate.
 
Poor acceleration; flares on starting off in D, S, and R; stall speed low in D, S, and S in 1st and 2nd 1.
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Shift solenoid valve E defective
Torque converter one-way clutch defective
Engine output low
Torque converter clutch piston defective
Lock-up shift valve defective 
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connections.
  • Inspect the shift solenoid valve E for seizure, and O-ring for wear and damage.
  • Replace the torque converter.
 
Poor acceleration; flares on starting off in D, S, and R; stall speed low in R 1.

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Torque converter one-way clutch defective
Engine output low
Torque converter clutch piston defective
Lock-up shift valve defective 
Replace the torque converter. 

Symptom Probable cause(s) Notes 
Engine idle vibration 1.
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8. 
Low ATF level
Shift solenoid valve E defective
Drive plate defective or transmission misassembled
Engine output low
Torque converter clutch piston defective
ATF pump worn or binding
Lock-up shift valve defective
Misadjusted engine and transmission mounts 
  • Check the ATF level, and check the ATF cooler lines for leakage and loose connections. If necessary, clean the ATF cooler lines.
  • Improper alignment of ATF pump and torque converter housing may cause ATF pump seizure. The symptoms are mostly an rpm-related ticking noise or a high pitched squeak.
  • Inspect the ATF strainer for clogging with particles of steel or aluminum. If the ATF strainer is clogged, replace it, and clean the torque converter, cooler, and lines.
  • Check the D indicator, and check for loose connectors.
  • Inspect the shift solenoid valve E for seizure, and O-rings for wear and damage.
  • Check for a misinstalled/damaged drive plate.
  • Set idle rpm in gear to the specified idle speed. If still no good, adjust the engine and transmission mounts.
  • Replace the torque converter.
 
Vehicle moves in N 1.
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Excessive ATF
Foreign material in separator plate orifice
Relief valve defective
1st clutch defective
2nd clutch defective
3rd clutch defective
4th clutch defective
5th clutch defective
Clutch end-plate-to-top-disc clearance incorrect
Needle bearing seized, worn, or damaged
Thrust washer seized up, worn, or damaged 
  • Check the ATF level, and drain any excess.
  • Check if the ATF strainer is clogged. If the ATF strainer is clogged with particles of steel or aluminum, inspect the ATF pump. If the ATF pump is OK, find the damaged components that caused the debris, and if no cause for contamination is found, replace the torque converter.
  • Check the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th clutch pressures.
  • Inspect the clutch piston, clutch piston check valve, and O-rings. Check the spring retainer and retainer seal for wear and damage. Inspect the clutch end-plate-to-top-disc clearance. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the clutch discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs are worn or damaged, replace the discs as a set. Inspect the clutch waved-plate height. If the height is out of tolerance, replace the waved-plate. If the discs and plates are OK, adjust the clearance with the clutch end-plate.
  • Inspect the 1st clutch feed pipe. If the 1st clutch feed pipe is scored, replace the end cover.
  • Inspect the 3rd clutch feed pipe. If the 3rd clutch feed pipe is scored, replace it and O-ring under the feed pipe guide.
  • Replace the secondary shaft if the bushing for the 1st or 3rd clutch feed pipe is loose or damaged.
  • Inspect the 5th clutch feed pipe. If the 5th clutch feed pipe is scored, replace it and O-ring under the feed pipe guide.
  • Replace the mainshaft if the bushing for the 5th clutch feed pipe is loose or damaged.
 

Symptom Probable cause(s) Notes 
Late shift after shifting from N to D and S, or excessive shock when shifted into D and S 1.
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Shift solenoid valve E defective
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A defective
A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B defective
A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C defective
Shift cable broken or out of adjustment
Joint in shift cable and transmission or body worn
 Input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor defective
Output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor defective
 ATF temperature sensor defective
Foreign material in separator plate orifice
Servo control valve defective
1st accumulator defective
1st check ball stuck
Lock-up shift valve defective
1st clutch defective 
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connections.
  • Inspect the solenoid valve filter/gasket and O-rings for wear and damage, and inspect the solenoid valves for seizure.
  • Check the input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor and output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor installation.
  • Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the transmission control shaft.
  • Check the 1st clutch pressure.
  • Inspect the clutch piston, clutch piston check valve, and O-rings. Check the spring retainer and retainer seal for wear and damage. Inspect the clutch end-plate-to-top-disc clearance. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the clutch discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs are worn or damaged, replace the discs as a set. Inspect the clutch waved-plate height. If the height is out of tolerance, replace the waved-plate. If the discs and plates are OK, adjust the clearance with the clutch end-plate.
  • Inspect the 1st clutch feed pipe. If the 1st clutch feed pipe is scored, replace the end cover.
 
Late shift after shifting from N to R, or excessive shock when shifted into R 1.
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Shift solenoid valve E defective
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A defective
Shift cable broken or out of adjustment
Joint in shift cable and transmission or body worn
 Input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor defective
Output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor defective
 ATF temperature sensor defective
Shift fork shaft stuck
Foreign material in separator plate orifice
Shift valve E defective
4th/reverse accumulator defective
Lock-up shift valve defective
4th clutch defective 
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connections.
  • Inspect the solenoid valve filter/gasket and O-rings for wear and damage, and inspect the solenoid valves for seizure.
  • Check the input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor and output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor installation.
  • Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the transmission control shaft.
  • Inspect the clutch piston, clutch piston check valve, and O-rings. Check the spring retainer and retainer seal for wear and damage. Inspect the clutch end-plate-to-top-disc clearance. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the clutch discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs are worn or damaged, replace the discs as a set. Inspect the clutch waved-plate height. If the height is out of tolerance, replace the waved-plate. If the discs and plates are OK, adjust the clearance with the clutch end-plate.
  • Check for a missing shift fork bolt on the shift fork shaft.
  • Check the 4th clutch pressure.
  • Inspect the servo valve and O-ring.
 

Symptom Probable cause(s) Notes 
The A/T does not shift 1.

2. 
 Input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor defective
Output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor defective 
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connections.
  • Check the input shaft (mainshaft) and output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor installation.
 
Excessive shock or flares on all upshifts and downshifts 1.

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6. 
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B defective
A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C defective
 Input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor defective
Output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor defective
 ATF temperature sensor defective
Foreign material in separator plate orifice 
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connections.
  • Inspect the solenoid valve filter/gasket and O-rings for wear and damage, and inspect the solenoid valves for seizure.
  • Check the input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor and output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor installation.
 
Excessive shock or flares on 1-2 upshift or 2-1 downshift 1.
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Shift solenoid valve E defective
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A defective
A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B defective
A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C defective
 2nd clutch transmission fluid pressure switch defective
Foreign material in separator plate orifice
1st accumulator defective
2nd accumulator defective
1st check ball stuck
2nd check ball stuck
Lock-up shift valve defective
1st clutch defective
2nd clutch defective 
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connections.
  • Inspect the solenoid valve filter/gasket and O-rings for wear and damage, and inspect the solenoid valves for seizure.
  • Check the 1st and 2nd clutch pressures.
  • Inspect the clutch piston, clutch piston check valve, and O-rings. Check the spring retainer and retainer seal for wear and damage. Inspect the clutch end-plate-to-top-disc clearance. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the clutch discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs are worn or damaged, replace the discs as a set. Inspect the clutch waved-plate height. If the height is out of tolerance, replace the waved-plate. If the discs and plates are OK, adjust the clearance with the clutch end-plate.
  • Inspect the 1st clutch feed pipe. If the 1st clutch feed pipe is scored, replace the end cover.
  • Replace the secondary shaft if the bushing for the 3rd clutch feed pipe is loose or damaged.
 

Symptom Probable cause(s) Notes 
Excessive shock or flares on 2-3 upshift or 3-2 downshift 1.

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9. 
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B defective
A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C defective
 3rd clutch transmission fluid pressure switch defective
Foreign material in separator plate orifice
2nd accumulator defective
3rd accumulator defective
2nd check ball stuck
2nd clutch defective
3rd clutch defective 
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connections.
  • Inspect the solenoid valve filter/gasket for wear and damage, and inspect the solenoid valves for seizure.
  • Check the 2nd and 3rd clutch pressures.
  • Inspect the clutch piston, clutch piston check valve, and O-rings. Check the spring retainer and retainer seal for wear and damage. Inspect the clutch end-plate-to-top-disc clearance. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the clutch discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs are worn or damaged, replace the discs as a set. Inspect the clutch waved-plate height. If the height is out of tolerance, replace the waved-plate. If the discs and plates are OK, adjust the clearance with the clutch end-plate.
  • Inspect the 3rd clutch feed pipe. If the 3rd clutch feed pipe is scored, replace it and O-ring under the feed pipe guide.
  • Replace the secondary shaft if the bushing for the 3rd clutch feed pipe is loose or damaged.
 
Excessive shock or flares on 3-4 upshift or 4-3 downshift 1.

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7. 
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B defective
A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C defective
Foreign material in separator plate orifice
3rd accumulator defective
4th accumulator defective
3rd clutch defective
4th clutch defective 
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connections.
  • Inspect the solenoid valve filter/gasket and O-rings for wear and damage, and inspect the solenoid valves for seizure.
  • Check the 3rd and 4th clutch pressures.
  • Inspect the clutch piston, clutch piston check valve, and O-rings. Check the spring retainer and retainer seal for wear and damage. Inspect the clutch end-plate-to-top-disc clearance. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the clutch discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs are worn or damaged, replace the discs as a set. Inspect the clutch waved-plate height. If the height is out of tolerance, replace the waved-plate. If the discs and plates are OK, adjust the clearance with the clutch end-plate.
  • Inspect the 3rd clutch feed pipe. If the 3rd clutch feed pipe is scored, replace it and O-ring under the feed pipe guide.
  • Replace the secondary shaft if the bushing for the 3rd clutch feed pipe is loose or damaged.
 

Symptom Probable cause(s) Notes 
Excessive shock or flares on 4-5 upshift or 5-4 downshift 1.

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 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B defective
A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C defective
Foreign material in separator plate orifice
4th accumulator defective
5th accumulator defective
4th clutch defective
5th clutch defective 
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connections.
  • Inspect the solenoid valve filter/gasket for wear and damage, and inspect the solenoid valves for seizure.
  • Check the 4th and 5th clutch pressures.
  • Inspect the clutch piston, clutch piston check valve, and O-rings. Check the spring retainer and retainer seal for wear and damage. Inspect the clutch end-plate-to-top-disc clearance. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the clutch discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs are worn or damaged, replace the discs as a set. Inspect the clutch waved-plate height. If the height is out of tolerance, replace the waved-plate. If the discs and plates are OK, adjust the clearance with the clutch end-plate.
  • Inspect the 5th clutch feed pipe. If the 5th clutch feed pipe is scored, replace it and O-ring under the feed pipe guide.
  • Replace the mainshaft if the bushing for the 5th clutch feed pipe is loose or damaged.
 
Noise from transmission in all shift lever positions 1.
2. 
ATF pump worn or binding
Mainshaft bearing, countershaft bearing or secondary shaft bearing defective 
  • Improper alignment of ATF pump and torque converter housing may cause ATF pump seizure. The symptoms are mostly an rpm-related ticking noise or a high pitched squeak.
  • Be careful not to damage the torque converter housing when replacing the main ball bearing. You may also damage the ATF pump when you torque down the main valve body. This will result in ATF pump seizure if not detected. Use the proper tools.
  • Install the main seal flush with the torque converter housing. If you push it into the torque converter housing until it bottoms out, it will block the fluid return passage and result in damage.
  • Inspect the ATF strainer is clogged with particles of steel or aluminum. If clogged, replace it, and clean the torque converter, cooler, and lines.
  • Inspect the mainshaft and countershaft for wear or damage.
 
Vehicle does not accelerate above 50 km/h (31 mph) Torque converter one-way clutch defective Replace the torque converter. 
Vibration in all shift lever positions Drive plate defective or transmission misassembled 
  • Check for a misinstalled/damaged drive plate.
  • Set idle rpm in gear to the specified idle speed. If still no good, adjust the engine and transmission mounts.
 

Symptom Probable cause(s) Notes 
Shift lever does not operate smoothly 1.

2.

3. 
 Transmission range switch defective or out of adjustment
Shift cable broken or out of adjustment
Joint in shift cable and transmission or body worn 
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connections.
  • Inspect the transmission range switch for operation.
  • Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the transmission control lever.
 
Transmission does not shift into P 1.

2.

3. 
Shift cable broken or out of adjustment
Joint in shift cable and transmission or body worn
Park mechanism defective 
  • Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the transmission control shaft.
  • Check the park pawl spring installation and the park lever spring installation. If installation is incorrect, install the spring correctly. Make sure that the park lever stop is not installed upside down. Check the distance between the park pawl shaft and park lever roller pin. If the distance is out of tolerance, adjust the distance with the park lever stop.
 
Torque converter clutch does not disengage 1.
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Shift solenoid valve E defective
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A defective
Torque converter clutch piston defective
Lock-up shift valve defective
Lock-up control valve defective 
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connections.
  • Inspect the solenoid valve filter/gasket for wear and damage, and inspect the solenoid valves for seizure.
  • Replace the torque converter.
 
Torque converter clutch does not operate smoothly 1.
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6. 
Shift solenoid valve E defective
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A defective
Torque converter clutch piston defective
Torque converter check valve defective
Lock-up shift valve defective
Lock-up control valve defective 
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connections.
  • Inspect the solenoid valve filter/gasket for wear and damage, and inspect the solenoid valves for seizure.
  • Replace the torque converter.
 

Symptom Probable cause(s) Notes 
Torque converter clutch does not engage 1.
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Shift solenoid valve E defective
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A defective
 Input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor defective
Output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor defective
Torque converter clutch piston defective
Torque converter check valve defective
Lock-up shift valve defective
Lock-up control valve defective 
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connections.
  • Inspect the solenoid valve filter/gasket for wear and damage, and inspect the solenoid valves for seizure.
  • Replace the torque converter.
  • Check the input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor and output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor installation.
 
A/T gear position indicator does not indicate shift lever positions 1.

2.

3. 
 Transmission range switch defective or out of adjustment
Shift cable broken or out of adjustment
Joint in shift cable and transmission or body worn 
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connections.
  • Inspect the transmission range switch operation.
  • Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the transmission control shaft.
 
Speedometer and odometer do not work Output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor defective 
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connections.
  • Inspect the transmission range switch operation.
  • Check the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor installation.
 
The engine does not rev to high rpm, and the transmission upshifts at low rpm VTEC rocker arms defective Check the engine rocker arms.