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No.9 Abnormal Shifting: Notes

ABNORMAL SHIFTING - DESCRIPTION AND POSSIBLE CAUSES

9 Abnormal shifting
DESCRIPTION 
  • Shift incorrectly (incorrect shift pattern).
POSSIBLE CAUSE 
  • There is a malfunction in signal circuit which controls shifting (Throttle position signal, input/turbine speed sensor, VSS), control valve is stuck, or clutch circuit is stuck.
    • Clutch slipped, burned
      • Line pressure low
      • Incorrect throttle position signal
      • Malfunction of VSS
      • Malfunction of input/turbine speed sensor
      • Malfunction of sensor ground
      • Malfunction of shift solenoid A, B, or C
      • Malfunction of TCC solenoid valve
      • Malfunction of body ground
      • Misadjustment of accelerator cable
      • Malfunction of control valve body
      • Malfunction or misadjustment of TR switch
    NOTE:
    • Before following troubleshooting steps, make sure that Automatic Transaxle On-Board Diagnostic and Automatic Transaxle Basic Inspection are conducted.