FixVault

Harsh Forced Downshift

Condition Action
DEFINITION: Harsh forced downshift felt when accelerating
Input speed sensor (76)
  • Perform electrical function test on the input speed sensor (76).
  • Replace the input speed sensor (76) if fails electrical function test.
Battery voltage
  • Inspect battery for correct voltage.
  • Repair charging system or replace battery.
Engine or transmission mounts
  • Inspect the engine mounts and the transmission mounts for wear or loose mounting fasteners.
  • Replace any faulty engine or transmission mounts or loose fasteners.
Suspension system
  • Inspect suspension components.
  • Replace faulty suspension components.
Transmission oil temperature sensor (32)
  • Perform function test on the transmission oil temperature sensor (32).
  • Replace the automatic transmission wiring harness assembly (78).
Line pressure control solenoid valve assembly (SLT) (312)
  • Perform electrical function checks on the line pressure control solenoid valve assembly circuit.
  • Perform electrical function check on the line pressure control solenoid valve assembly (312).
  • Replace valve body assembly (39) if line pressure control solenoid valve assembly (312) is faulty.
Transmission control module (TCM)
  • Perform function test on the TCM.
  • Replace TCM if fails function test.
Valve body (39) Replace valve body (39).
Internal transmission parts
  • Disassemble the transmission and inspect for the following:
    • Missing retaining rings
    • Worn or broken thrust needle bearings and thrust washers
    • Differential assembly backlash
    • Worn drive and driven gears
    • Worn planetary gear assemblies
  • Replace the transmission if any faulty parts.