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2012 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission - TL
2012 TRANSMISSION
Automatic Transmission - TL
SPECIAL TOOLS
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Fig. 1: Automatic Transmission Special Tools Description Chart
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
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Fig. 2: Identifying Automatic Transmission Special Tools

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GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION

HOW TO CHECK FOR DTCS WITH THE HONDA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (HDS)
When the powertrain control module (PCM) senses an abnormality in the input or output system, the D
indicator (A) in the gauge control module (B) will usually blink.
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Fig. 3: Identifying D Indicator And Gauge Control Module
When the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) is connected to the data link connector (DLC) (A) located under the
driver's side of the dashboard, and when the ignition switch is turned to ON (II), or the engine start/stop button
is pressed to select the ON mode and the appropriate menu is selected, it will indicate the diagnostic trouble
code (DTC).
Fig. 4: Identifying Data Link Connector Location

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If the D indicator or the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) has been reported on, or if a driveability problem is
suspected, follow this procedure:
1. Connect the HDS to the DLC. (See the HDS user's manual for specific instructions.)
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode. Make
sure the HDS communicates with the PCM. If it does not, go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting (see
DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
3. Check for Pending or Confirmed DTCs with the HDS.
4. Record the freeze data and the on-board snapshots for all fuel and emissions DTCs and A/T DTCs.
5. If there is a fuel and emissions DTC, first check the fuel and emissions system as indicated by the DTC.
6. Clear the DTC and the data.
7. Drive the vehicle for several minutes under the same conditions as those indicated by the freeze data, and
then recheck for a DTC. If the A/T DTC returns, go to the indicated DTC'S TROUBLESHOOTING. If
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the DTC does not return, there was an intermittent problem within the circuit. Make sure all pins and
terminals in the circuit are tight.
SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING VERSUS DTC TROUBLESHOOTING
Some symptoms will not set DTCs or cause the D indicator to blink. If the MIL was reported ON or the D
indicator has been blinking, check for DTCs. If the vehicle has an abnormal symptom, and there are no DTCs
stored, do the symptom troubleshooting. Check the list of probable cause(s) for the symptom, in the sequence
listed, until you find the problem.
HOW TO CHECK FOR DTCS WITH THE SCS MODE (RETRIEVING THE FLASH CODES)
NOTE: The preferred method is to use the HDS to retrieve the DTCs.
When the PCM senses an abnormality in the input or output system, the D indicator (A) in the gauge control
module (B) will usually blink.
Fig. 5: Identifying D Indicator And Gauge Control Module

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When the D indicator has been reported on, connect the HDS to the DLC (A) located under the driver's side of
the dashboard. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode,
select SCS mode, then the D indicator will indicate (blink) the DTC.
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If the D indicator and the MIL come on at the same time, or if a driveability problem is suspected, follow this
procedure:
1. Connect the HDS to the DLC. (See the HDS user's manual for specific instructions.)
3. Select SCS mode, then observe the D indicator in the gauge control module. Codes 1 through 9 are
indicated by individual short blinks. Code 10 and above are indicated by a series of long and short blinks.
One long blink equals 10 short blinks. Add the long and short blinks together to determine the code.
Fig. 7: Display - DTC P0705 (5) Graph

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Fig. 8: Display - DTC P0717 (15) Graph

4. Record all fuel and emissions DTCs and A/T DTCs.

5. If there is a fuel and emissions DTC, first check the fuel and emissions system as indicated by the DTC.
6. Clear the DTC and the data.
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7. If the freeze data is available, drive the vehicle for several minutes with periods of wide open throttle,
steady cruise, and stop and go, and then recheck for DTCs. If the A/T DTC returns, go to the indicated
DTC'S TROUBLESHOOTING. If the DTC does not return, there was an intermittent problem within
the circuit. Make sure all pins and terminals in the circuit are tight.
HOW TO TROUBLESHOOT CIRCUITS AT THE PCM CONNECTORS
NOTE: The PCM overwrites data and monitors the EVAP system for about 40 minutes
after the ignition switch is turned to LOCK (0), or the engine start/stop button is
pressed to select the OFF mode. Jumping the SCS line after turning the ignition
switch to LOCK (0), or pressing the engine start/stop button to select the OFF
mode cancels this function. Disconnecting the PCM during this function,
without jumping the SCS line first, can damage the PCM.
1. Jump the SCS line with the HDS.

2. Canada model: If equipped, remove the PCM connector guard (A).
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Fig. 9: Identifying PCM Connector Guard With Torque Specifications
3. Disconnect PCM connectors A, B, and C.
NOTE: PCM connectors A, B, and C have symbols (A=[], B=delta, C=o) embossed
on them for identification.
Fig. 10: Identifying PCM Connector A, B And C

4. When diagnosis/troubleshooting is done at the PCM connector, use the terminal test port (A) above the
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terminal you need to check.
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Fig. 11: Identifying Terminal Test Port Of PCM Connector
5. Connect one side of the patch cord's terminals (A) to a commercially available digital multimeter (B), and
connect the other side of the terminals (C) to a commercially available banana jack (Pomona Electronics
Tool No. 3563 or equivalent) (D).
Fig. 12: Identifying Patch Cord's Terminals, Digital Multimeter And Banana Jack
6. Gently insert the pin probe (male) into the terminal test port from the terminal side. Do not force the tips
into the terminals.
NOTE:  For accurate results, always use the pin probe (male).
 To prevent damage to the connector terminals, do not insert test
equipment probes, paper clips, or other substitutes. Damaged
terminals cause a poor connection and an incorrect measurement.
 Do not puncture the insulation on a wire. Punctures can cause poor
or intermittent electrical connections.
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CLEAR A/T DTCS PROCEDURE
1. Connect the HDS to the DLC (A) located under the driver's side of the dashboard.
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Fig. 13: Identifying Data Link Connector (DLC) Location
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode.
3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the PCM. If it does not, go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting
(see DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
4. Clear the DTC(s) with the HDS.
OBD STATUS
The OBD status shows the current system status of each DTC and all of the parameters. This function is used to
see if a repair was successfully completed. The results of diagnostic tests for the DTC are displayed as:
 PASSED: The on-board diagnosis is successfully completed.

 FAILED: The on-board diagnosis has finished but failed.
 NOT COMPLETED: The on-board diagnosis was running but is out of the enable conditions of the DTC.
HOW TO END A TROUBLESHOOTING SESSION (REQUIRED AFTER ANY

TROUBLESHOOTING)
NOTE: Reset the PCM/TCM with the HDS while the engine is stopped.
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), or press the engine start/stop button to select the OFF mode.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode, and wait
for 30 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), or press the engine start/stop button to select the OFF mode, and
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disconnect the HDS from the DLC.

4. Start the engine with the shift lever in P or N, and warm it up to normal operating temperature (the
radiator fan comes on).
5. To verify that the problem is repaired, test-drive the vehicle for several minutes at speeds over 31 mph
(50 km/h) or under the same conditions as those indicated by the freeze data.
PCM/TCM RESET
NOTE: To reset the PCM/TCM, initialize only the automatic transmission memory
stored in the PCM or the TCM.
1. Select the A/T system with the HDS.

2. Reset the PCM/TCM with the HDS while the engine is stopped.
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for 30 seconds.
disconnect the HDS from the DLC.
FAILURE REPRODUCTION TECHNIQUE
NOTE: Make sure to follow these points while the vehicle is raised on a lift for the test-
drive.
 Disable the VSA by pressing the VSA OFF button.

 VSA DTC(s) may come on when test-driving on a lift. If the VSA DTC(s) come on, clear the DTC(s)
with the HDS.
 Use the sequential sportshift mode to manually select gears.
SELF-DIAGNOSIS
If the PCM detects the failure of a signal from a sensor, a switch, a solenoid valve, or from another control unit,
it stores Pending or Confirmed DTCs. Depending on the failure, a Confirmed DTC is stored in either the first or
the second drive cycle. When a Confirmed DTC is stored, the PCM blinks the D indicator and/or turns on the
MIL by a signal sent to the gauge control module via F-CAN.
 One Drive Cycle Detection Method
When an abnormality occurs in the signal from a sensor, a switch, a solenoid valve, or from another
control unit, the PCM stores a Pending or Confirmed DTC for the failure and blinks the D indicator
and/or turns on the MIL immediately.
 Two Drive Cycle Detection Method
When an abnormality occurs in the signal from a sensor, a switch, a solenoid valve, or from another
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control unit in the first drive cycle, the PCM stores a Pending DTC. The D indicator and the MIL do not
turn on at this time. If the failure continues in the second drive cycle, the PCM stores a Confirmed DTC
and blinks the D indicator and/or turns on the MIL.
FAIL-SAFE FUNCTION
When an abnormality occurs in the signal from a sensor, a switch, a solenoid valve, or from another control
unit, the PCM ignores that signal and substitutes a pre-programmed value for that signal to allow the automatic
transmission to continue operating. This causes a DTC to be stored and the D indicator blink and/or the MIL to
come on. The transmission may not shift normally during fail-safe operation. Do not run the test driving
diagnosis when the MIL is ON, or when the D indicator is blinking.
DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX
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NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot with
the HDS, and review the General Troubleshooting Information (see GENERAL
TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION ).
Two Drive Cycle

DTC(1) Detection D Indicator MIL Detection Item
P0705 (5)(2) -- Blinks ON Short in Transmission
Range Switch Circuit
(Multiple Shift-
Position Input)
P0706 (6)(2) o OFF ON Open in Transmission
Range Switch Circuit
P0711 (28)(2) o Blinks OFF Problem in ATF
Temperature Sensor
Circuit
P0712 (28)(2) o Blinks OFF Short in ATF
Temperature Sensor
Circuit
P0713 (28)(2) o Blinks OFF Open in ATF
Temperature Sensor
Circuit
P0714 (28)(2) o Blinks OFF ATF Temperature
Sensor Intermittent
Failure
P0716 (15)(2) -- Blinks ON Problem in Input Shaft
(Mainshaft) Speed
Sensor Circuit
P0717 (15)(2) -- Blinks ON Problem in Input Shaft
(Mainshaft) Speed
Sensor Circuit (No
Signal Input)
o Blinks ON Input Shaft (Mainshaft)
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P0718 (15)(2) Speed Sensor

Intermittent Failure
P0721 (9)(2) -- Blinks ON Problem in Output
Shaft (Countershaft)
Speed Sensor Circuit
P0722 (9)(2) -- Blinks ON Problem in Output
Shaft (Countershaft)
Speed Sensor Circuit
(No Signal Input)
P0723 (9)(2) o Blinks ON Output Shaft
(Countershaft) Speed
Sensor Intermittent
Failure
P0729 (64) o Blinks OFF Problem in 6th Clutch
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and 6th Clutch
Hydraulic Circuit
P0731 (64) o Blinks OFF Problem in 1st Clutch
and 1st Clutch
Hydraulic Circuit
P0732 (64) o Blinks OFF Problem in 2nd Clutch
and 2nd Clutch
Hydraulic Circuit
P0733 (64) o Blinks OFF Problem in 3rd Clutch
and 3rd Clutch
Hydraulic Circuit
and 4th Clutch
Hydraulic Circuit
and 5th Clutch
Hydraulic Circuit
P0741 (40) o Blinks OFF Torque Converter
Clutch Hydraulic
Circuit Stuck OFF
P0746 (76) o Blinks ON A/T Clutch Pressure
Control Solenoid Valve
A Stuck OFF
A Stuck ON
P0751 (70) o Blinks ON Shift Solenoid Valve A
Stuck OFF
P0752 (70) o Blinks ON Shift Solenoid Valve A
Stuck ON
P0756 (71) o Blinks ON Shift Solenoid Valve B
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Stuck OFF
P0757 (71) o Blinks ON Shift Solenoid Valve B
Stuck ON
P0761 (72) o Blinks ON Shift Solenoid Valve C
Stuck OFF
P0762 (72) o Blinks ON Shift Solenoid Valve C
Stuck ON
B Stuck OFF
B Stuck ON
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C Stuck OFF
C Stuck ON
P0812 (65)(2) o Blinks ON Open in Transmission
Range Switch ATPR
Switch Circuit
P0842 (25)(2) o Blinks ON Short in Transmission
Fluid Pressure Switch
A (2nd Clutch) Circuit,
or Transmission Fluid
Pressure Switch A (2nd
Clutch) Stuck ON
P0843 (25) o Blinks ON Open in Transmission
A (2nd Clutch) Circuit,
Pressure Switch A (2nd
Clutch) Stuck OFF
B (3rd Clutch) Circuit,
Pressure Switch B (3rd
Clutch) Stuck ON
B (3rd Clutch) Circuit,
Pressure Switch B (3rd
Clutch) Stuck OFF
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P084C (179) o Blinks ON Short in Line Pressure

Switch Circuit, or Line
Pressure Switch Stuck
ON
C (4th Clutch) Circuit,
Pressure Switch C (4th
Clutch) Stuck ON
C (4th Clutch) Circuit,
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Pressure Switch C (4th
Clutch) Stuck OFF
D (5th Clutch) Circuit,
Pressure Switch D (5th
Clutch) Stuck ON
D (5th Clutch) Circuit,
Pressure Switch D (5th
Clutch) Stuck OFF
P0962 (16)(2) -- Blinks ON Problem in A/T Clutch
Pressure Control
Solenoid Valve A
Circuit
Pressure Control
Solenoid Valve A
Pressure Control
Solenoid Valve B
Circuit
Pressure Control
Solenoid Valve B
Pressure Control
Solenoid Valve C
Circuit
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Pressure Control
Solenoid Valve C
P0973 (7)(2) -- Blinks ON Short in Shift Solenoid
Valve A Circuit
P0974 (7)(2) -- Blinks ON Open in Shift Solenoid
Valve A Circuit
Valve B Circuit
Valve B Circuit
Valve C Circuit
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Valve C Circuit
E (6th Clutch) Circuit,
Pressure Switch E (6th
Clutch) Stuck ON
E (6th Clutch) Circuit,
Pressure Switch E (6th
Clutch) Stuck OFF
P1717 (62)(2) o Blinks ON Open in Transmission
Range Switch
ATPRVS Switch
Circuit
P177A (190) o Blinks OFF Line Pressure Solenoid
Valve A Stuck OFF, or
Line Pressure Switch
Stuck OFF
D Stuck OFF
Pressure Control
Solenoid Valve D
Circuit
Pressure Control
Solenoid Valve D
P2821 (69) o Blinks ON Line Pressure Solenoid
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Valve A Stuck ON
P2826 (67)(2) o Blinks OFF Short in Line Pressure
Solenoid Valve A
Circuit
P2827 (67)(2) o Blinks OFF Open in Line Pressure
Solenoid Valve A
Circuit
(1) The DTC in parentheses is the flash code the D indicator indicates when the data link connector
(DLC) is connected to the HDS, and in the SCS mode.
(2) This code is caused by an electrical circuit problem and cannot be caused by a mechanical problem in
the transmission.
SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX
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NOTE: Do an all DTC check with the HDS and troubleshoot those first before following
the repair procedures listed in the index.
Symptom Probable cause(s) Notes

When you turn the  Check the F-CAN communication line (see F-CAN
ignition switch to CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
 F-CAN
ON (II), the D communication  Check the F-CAN communication line by using the
indicator comes on line error gauge control module self-diagnostic function (see
and stays on in all THE COMMUNICATION LINE CHECK ).
shift lever  Gauge control
module defective  Check the indicator drive circuit in the gauge control
positions, or it module by using the gauge control module self-
never comes on at  PCM defective
diagnostic function (see THE INDICATOR DRIVE
all CIRCUIT CHECK ).
 Check the F-CAN communication line (see F-CAN
 F-CAN CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
communication  Check the F-CAN communication line by using the
A/T gear position line error gauge control module self-diagnostic function (see
indicator does not  Gauge control THE COMMUNICATION LINE CHECK ).
come on with the module defective  Check the indicator drive circuit in the gauge control
shift lever in that  Transmission module by using the gauge control module self-
position range switch diagnostic function (see THE INDICATOR DRIVE
defective CIRCUIT CHECK ).
 PCM defective  Inspect the transmission range switch (see
TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH TEST ).
 Check the F-CAN communication line (see F-CAN
 F-CAN CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
communication  Check the F-CAN communication line by using the
line error gauge control module self-diagnostic function (see
 Gauge control THE COMMUNICATION LINE CHECK ).
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module defective  Check the indicator drive circuit in the gauge control
 Transmission module by using the gauge control module self-
Shift indicator does range switch diagnostic function (see THE INDICATOR DRIVE
not work defective CIRCUIT CHECK ).
 PCM defective  Inspect the transmission range switch (see
TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH TEST ).
When you press
the paddle shifter +
A problem in the paddle Check the paddle shifter + (upshift switch) circuit (see
(upshift switch) in
shifter + (upshift switch) PADDLE SHIFTER + (UPSHIFT SWITCH) CIRCUIT
D and S, the
circuit TROUBLESHOOTING ).
transmission does
not upshift
When you press
the paddle shifter -
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A problem in the paddle Check the paddle shifter - (downshift switch) circuit (see
(downshift switch)
shifter - (downshift PADDLE SHIFTER - (DOWNSHIFT SWITCH)
in D and S, the
switch) circuit CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
transmission does
not downshift
 Accelerator pedal
position sensor
circuit
 Accelerator pedal
position sensor
defective
 Brake pedal  Inspect the APP sensor signal (see APP SENSOR
position switch SIGNAL INSPECTION ).
circuit  Troubleshoot the shift lock system circuit (see
 Brake pedal SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM CIRCUIT
position switch TROUBLESHOOTING ).
Shift lever cannot defective  Test the shift lock solenoid (see SHIFT LOCK
be moved from P  Shift lock solenoid SOLENOID TEST ).
while pressing on defective  Inspect the transmission range switch (see
the brake pedal TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH TEST ).
 Shift lock solenoid
control circuit  Reset the PCM (see HDS CLEAR COMMAND ).
 Shift lock  Test the throttle body (see THROTTLE BODY
mechanism TEST ). If it fails, replace the throttle body (see
defective THROTTLE BODY
 Throttle body REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
defective
 Relative throttle
position sensor
value too high
 Transmission
range switch
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ATPP switch
stuck OFF
 Transmission
range switch
ATPP switch line
opened
 Inspect the transmission range switch. If the
transmission range switch fails the inspection,
replace the switch. If the inspection is OK, check for
proper transmission range switch installation, and
 Transmission adjust the shift cable.
range switch
broken or out of  Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the
adjustment selector control lever.
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 Shift cable broken  Check for an incorrectly installed transmission, and
or out of check the drive plate for wear and damage. Replace
adjustment the drive plate if it is worn or damaged.
 Connection  Replace the torque converter.
between shift  Check the ATF level, and check the ATF cooler lines
cable and for leaks and loose connections. If necessary, clean
transmission or the ATF cooler lines.
shift lever is worn  Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
 Drive plate  Check the line pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ).
defective or
transmission  Improper alignment of the ATF pump and the torque
Engine runs, but incorrectly converter housing may cause ATF pump seizure. The
vehicle does not installed symptoms are mostly an RPM-related ticking noise
move in any gear or a high pitched squeak.
 Torque converter
clutch piston  Check the main regulator valve in the regulator valve
defective body for free movement, and check the valve springs
for wear and damage.
defective  Check for a clogged orifice in the separator plate. If
the orifice is clogged, remove it and clean the
 Low ATF level separator plate orifice.
 ATF pump worn  Check the manual valve in the manual valve body for
or binding wear and damage, and check the manual lever guide
 Main regulator pin for wear and damage.
valve stuck or  Check the ATF strainer for debris. If the strainer is
spring worn clogged, find the damaged components that caused
 Foreign material the debris. If no cause for contamination is found,
in separator plate replace the torque converter.
orifice  Check the torque converter regulator valve in the
 Manual valve regulator valve body for free movement, and check
defective the valve spring for wear and damage.
 ATF strainer  Inspect the differential pinion gears for wear. If the
clogged differential pinion gears are worn, replace the
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 Torque converter differential assembly, replace the ATF strainer,

regulator valve thoroughly clean the transmission, and clean the ATF
defective cooler lines.
 Mainshaft worn or  Be careful not to damage the torque converter
damaged housing when replacing the main ball bearing. You
may also damage the ATF pump when you torque
 Countershaft worn down the main valve body. This will cause ATF
or damaged pump seizure, use the proper tools.
 Final gears worn  Install the main seal flush with the torque converter
or damaged housing. If you push it into the torque converter
 Park mechanism housing until it bottoms out, it will block the fluid
defective return passage and result in damage.
 Selector control  Inspect the mainshaft and the countershaft for wear
shaft worn or and damage.
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damaged  Inspect the park mechanism at the park lever link and
 Axle disengaged park gear.
 Check the axles.
 Transmission
range switch  Inspect the transmission range switch. If the
broken or out of transmission range switch fails the inspection,
adjustment replace the switch. If the inspection is OK, check for
 Shift cable broken proper transmission range switch installation, and
or out of adjust the shift cable.
adjustment  Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the
 Connection selector control lever.
Vehicle moves in between shift  Check the manual valve in the manual valve body for
R, but not in D or S cable and wear and damage, and check the manual lever guide
transmission or pin for wear and damage.
shift lever is worn  Check the 1st accumulator piston, the O-ring, and the
 Manual valve spring in the manual valve body for wear and
defective damage.
 1st accumulator  Inspect the mainshaft, the countershaft, the secondary
defective shaft, the third shaft, and idler gears for wear and
 Idler gears worn damage.
or damaged
 Transmission transmission range switch fails the inspection,
range switch replace the switch. If the inspection is OK, check for
broken or out of proper transmission range switch installation, and
adjustment adjust the shift cable.
 Shift cable broken  Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the
or out of selector control lever.
adjustment  Check for a missing shift fork bolt on the shift fork
 Connection shaft.
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between shift  Check the shift fork shaft detent for wear and
cable and damage.
transmission or
shift lever is worn  Check the manual valve in the manual valve body for
wear and damage, and check the manual lever guide
 Shift fork shaft pin for wear and damage.
stuck
 Check the 4th accumulator piston, the O-ring, and the
 Manual valve spring in the regulator valve body for wear and
defective damage.
 4th accumulator  Check the 4th clutch pressure (see PRESSURE
Vehicle moves in defective
D and S, but not in TEST ).
R (or moves  4th clutch  Inspect the clutch clearance for the 4th clutch.
forward in R) defective
 Inspect the reverse idler gear shaft/holder for wear
 Reverse gears and damage.
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worn or damaged
 Inspect the reverse selector gear teeth chamfers, and
 Reverse idler gear inspect the engagement teeth chamfers of the third
shaft/holder worn shaft reverse gear and the reverse selector hub.
or damaged Replace the reverse gears and the reverse selector if
 Reverse selector they are worn or damaged. If the transmission makes
or reverse selector clicking, grinding, or whirring noises, also replace
hub worn or the third shaft 4th gear, the reverse idler gear, the
damaged mainshaft 3rd gear, and the countershaft 2nd gear.
 Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D

with the HDS (see A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE
CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D
 A/T clutch TEST ).
pressure control
solenoid valve D  Check the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor
defective installation.
 Output shaft  Inspect the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor
(countershaft) O-ring for wear and damage.
speed sensor  Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
Poor acceleration; defective
engine RPM  Replace the torque converter.
abnormally rises  Torque converter  Check the ATF level, and check the ATF cooler lines
when starting off in one-way clutch for leaks and loose connections. If necessary, clean
D, S, and R defective the ATF cooler lines.
 Low ATF level  Check the line pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ).
 ATF pump worn  Improper alignment of the ATF pump and the torque
or binding converter housing may cause ATF pump seizure. The
 Main regulator symptoms are mostly an RPM-related ticking noise
valve stuck or or a high pitched squeak.
spring worn  Check the main regulator valve in the regulator valve
 ATF strainer body for free movement, and check the valve springs
clogged for wear and damage.
 Stator shaft worn  Check the ATF strainer for debris. If the strainer is
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or damaged clogged, find the damaged components that caused

the debris. If no cause for contamination is found,
replace the torque converter.
 Check the stator shaft splines for wear and damage.
 Drive plate
defective or
 Check for an incorrectly installed transmission, and
transmission
check the drive plate for wear and damage. Replace
incorrectly
the drive plate if it is worn or damaged.
installed
Poor acceleration;  Check the stall speed in R (see STALL SPEED
engine RPM TEST ).
clutch piston
abnormally rises defective  Replace the torque converter.
when starting off in  Check the 1st and 2nd clutch pressures (see
D, S, and R; stall PRESSURE TEST ).
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defective
speed high in D
and S  1st accumulator  Inspect the clutch clearance for the 1st and 2nd
defective clutches.
 1st clutch  Check the 1st accumulator piston, the O-ring, and the
defective spring in the manual valve body for wear and
damage.
 2nd clutch
defective
 Drive plate
defective or  Check for an incorrectly installed transmission, and
transmission check the drive plate for wear and damage. Replace
incorrectly the drive plate if it is worn or damaged.
Poor acceleration; installed  Check the stall speed in R (see STALL SPEED
engine RPM  Torque converter TEST ).
abnormally rises clutch piston  Replace the torque converter.
when starting off in defective  Check the 4th clutch pressure (see PRESSURE
D, S, and R; stall  Torque converter TEST ).
speed high in R defective  Inspect the clutch clearance for the 4th clutch.
 4th accumulator  Check the 4th accumulator piston, the O-ring, and the
defective spring in the regulator valve body for wear and
 4th clutch damage.
defective
Poor acceleration;
engine RPM  Engine output low  Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
abnormally rises  Torque converter
when starting off in  Replace the torque converter.
clutch piston
D, S, and R; stall defective  Check the engine control system.
speed low
 Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).

 Replace the torque converter.
 Engine output low  Check the engine control system.
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 Torque converter  Check the line pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ).

clutch piston  Improper alignment of the ATF pump and the torque
defective converter housing may cause ATF pump seizure. The
Engine idle
 Transmission or symptoms are mostly an rpm-related ticking noise or
vibration
engine mount a high pitched squeak.
defective  Inspect the transmission or engine mount.
 Inspect the valve clearance.
 Shift solenoid
valve C defective
 Line pressure
solenoid valve A
defective
 Inspect the shift solenoid valve C function with the
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 ATF temperature HDS (see SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE C TEST
sensor defective AND REPLACEMENT ).
 Low ATF level  Check for a seized shift solenoid valve, and inspect
 Excessive ATF the O-rings.
 Main regulator  Inspect the line pressure solenoid valve A function
valve stuck or with the HDS (see LINE PRESSURE SOLENOID
spring worn VALVE A TEST ).
 Foreign material  Check for a seized line pressure solenoid valve A,
in separator plate and inspect the O-rings.
orifice  Check the ATF level, and check the ATF cooler lines
 Lubrication for leaks and loose connections. If necessary, clean
regulator valve the ATF cooler lines.
Vehicle moves in
defective  Check the ATF level, and drain the ATF if it is over-
N
 Lubrication shift filled.
valve defective  Check the ATF temperature sensor O-ring for wear
 Lock-up shift and damage.
valve defective  Check the main regulator valve in the regulator valve
 1st clutch body for free movement, and check the valve springs
defective for wear and damage.
 2nd clutch  Check all clutch pressures.
defective  Check for a clogged orifice in the separator plate. If
 3rd clutch the orifice is clogged, remove it and clean the
defective separator plate orifice.
 4th clutch  Check the lubrication regulator valve, the lubrication
defective shift valve, and the lock-up shift valve in the main
 5th clutch valve body for free movement, and check the valve
defective springs for wear and damage.
 6th clutch  Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
defective  Inspect the clutch clearance for all clutches.
 Clearance between  Check the needle bearings on all shafts for seizure,
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clutch end-plate wear, and damage.

and top disc
incorrect
 Needle bearings
seized, worn, or
damaged
 Shift solenoid HDS (see SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE C TEST
valve C defective AND REPLACEMENT ).
 A/T clutch  Check for a seized shift solenoid valve, and inspect
pressure control the O-rings.
solenoid valve D  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D
defective with the HDS (see A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE
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 Shift cable broken CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D
or out of TEST ).
between shift  Inspect the ATF temperature sensor O-ring for wear
cable and and damage.
transmission or  Check the ATF level, and check the ATF cooler lines
shift lever is worn for leaks and loose connections. If necessary, clean
Delayed
engagement after  ATF temperature the ATF cooler lines.
shifting from N to sensor defective  Check for a clogged orifice in the separator plate. If
D or S, or  Low ATF level the orifice is clogged, remove it and clean the
excessive shock  Foreign material separator plate orifice.
when shifting in separator plate  Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
orifice  Check the line pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ).
 1st accumulator  Check the ATF strainer for debris. If the strainer is
defective clogged, find the damaged components that caused
 ATF strainer the debris. If no cause for contamination is found,
clogged replace the torque converter.
 Lock-up shift  Check the lock-up shift valve in the main valve body
valve defective for free movement, and check the valve spring for
 1st clutch wear and damage.
defective  Check the 1st clutch pressure (see PRESSURE
 Clearance between TEST ).
clutch end-plate  Inspect the clutch clearance for the 1st clutch.
and top disc  Check the 1st accumulator piston, the O-ring, and the
incorrect spring in the manual valve body for wear and
damage.
 Shift solenoid
valve C defective  Inspect the shift solenoid valve C function with the
 A/T clutch HDS (see SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE C TEST
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pressure control AND REPLACEMENT ).

solenoid valve D  Check for a seized shift solenoid valve, and inspect
defective the O-rings.
 Shift cable broken  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D
or out of with the HDS (see A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE
adjustment CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D
 Connection TEST ).
between shift  Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the
cable and selector control lever.
transmission or
shift lever is worn  Inspect the ATF temperature sensor O-ring for wear
and damage.
 ATF temperature
sensor defective  Check for a clogged orifice in the separator plate. If
the orifice is clogged, remove it and clean the
Foreign material
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
separator plate orifice.
in separator plate
Delayed orifice  Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
engagement after  Check the line pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ).
shifting from N to  Shift valve C
R, or excessive defective  Check the ATF strainer for debris. If the strainer is
shock when  Reverse inhibitor clogged, find the damaged components that caused
shifting valve defective the debris. If no cause for contamination is found,
replace the torque converter.
 4th accumulator
defective  Check the lock-up shift valve, shift valve C, and the
reverse inhibitor valve in the main valve body for
 4th/reverse air free movement, and check the valve spring for wear
check valve stuck and damage.
 ATF strainer  Check the 4th clutch pressure (see PRESSURE
clogged TEST ).
 Lock-up shift  Inspect the clutch clearance for the 4th clutch.
valve defective
 Check the 4th accumulator piston, the O-ring, and the
 4th clutch spring in the regulator valve body for wear and
defective damage.
 Clearance between  Check for a stuck 4th/reverse air check valve in the
clutch end-plate main valve body.
and top disc
incorrect
 Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A
 A/T clutch with the HDS (see A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE
pressure control CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D
solenoid valve A TEST ).
Transmission does defective  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B
not shift  A/T clutch with the HDS (see A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE
solenoid valve B TEST ).
defective  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C
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solenoid valve C TEST ).
defective  Check the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor
 Output shaft installation.
(countershaft)  Inspect the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor
speed sensor O-ring for wear and damage.
defective
 Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A
solenoid valve A TEST ).
defective  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B
CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D
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pressure control
defective  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C
solenoid valve C TEST ).
defective  Check the speed sensor installation.
 Input shaft  Inspect the speed sensor O-ring for wear and damage.
(mainshaft) speed  Inspect the ATF temperature sensor O-ring for wear
sensor defective and damage.
Excessive shock or  Output shaft  Check the ATF level, and check the ATF cooler lines
engine RPM (countershaft) for leaks and loose connections. If necessary, clean
abnormally rises on speed sensor the ATF cooler lines.
all upshifts and defective
 Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
downshifts  ATF temperature
sensor defective  Check the line pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ).
 Low ATF level  Improper alignment of the ATF pump and the torque
converter housing may cause ATF pump seizure. The
 ATF pump worn symptoms are mostly an rpm-related ticking noise or
or binding a high pitched squeak.
 Main regulator  Check the main regulator valve in the regulator valve
valve stuck or body for free movement, and check the valve springs
spring worn for wear and damage.
 Foreign material  Check for a clogged orifice in the separator plate. If
in separator plate the orifice is clogged, remove it and clean the
orifice separator plate orifice.
 1st accumulator  Check the 1st accumulator piston, the O-ring, and the
defective spring in the manual valve body for wear and
 ATF strainer damage.
clogged  Check the ATF strainer for debris. If the strainer is
 Clearance between clogged, find the damaged components that caused
clutch end-plate the debris. If no cause for contamination is found,
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and top disc replace the torque converter.

incorrect  Inspect the clutch clearance for all clutches.
 Shift solenoid
valve A defective
 A/T clutch
pressure control  Inspect the shift solenoid valve A function with the
solenoid valve A HDS (see SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE A AND B
defective TEST ).
 A/T clutch  Check for a seized shift solenoid valve, and inspect
pressure control the O-rings.
solenoid valve B  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A
 A/T clutch CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D
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pressure control TEST ).
solenoid valve C  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B
 Transmission fluid CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D
Excessive shock or TEST ).
pressure switch A
engine RPM
(2nd clutch)  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C
abnormally rises on
1-2 upshift or 2-1
 Foreign material CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D
downshift
in separator plate TEST ).
orifice  Check for a clogged orifice in the separator plate. If
 A/T clutch the orifice is clogged, remove it and clean the
pressure control separator plate orifice.
solenoid valve A  Check the 2nd clutch pressure (see PRESSURE
accumulator TEST ).
defective  Inspect the clutch clearance for the 2nd clutch.
 2nd air check  Check the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve
valve stuck A accumulator piston, the O-ring, and the springs in
 2nd clutch the secondary valve body for wear and damage.
defective  Check for a stuck 2nd air check valve in the torque
 Clearance between converter housing.
clutch end-plate
and top disc
incorrect
 Shift solenoid
valve A defective
 Shift solenoid
valve B defective
 A/T clutch
pressure control
solenoid valve A
defective  Inspect the shift solenoid valves A and B function
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 A/T clutch with the HDS (see SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE A

pressure control AND B TEST ).
solenoid valve B  Check for a seized shift solenoid valve, and inspect
 A/T clutch  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A
pressure control with the HDS (see A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE
solenoid valve C CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D
defective TEST ).
 Transmission fluid  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B
pressure switch B with the HDS (see A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE
(3rd clutch) CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D
defective TEST ).
 Foreign material  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C
in separator plate with the HDS (see A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE
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orifice CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D
 A/T clutch TEST ).
Excessive shock or pressure control  Check for a clogged orifice in the separator plate. If
engine RPM solenoid valve A the orifice is clogged, remove it and clean the
abnormally rises on accumulator separator plate orifice.
2-3 upshift or 3-2 defective  Check the 2nd and 3rd clutch pressures (see
downshift  A/T clutch PRESSURE TEST ).
pressure control  Inspect the clutch clearance for the 2nd and 3rd
solenoid valve B clutches.
accumulator
defective  Check the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve
A and B accumulator pistons, the O-rings, and the
 2nd air check springs in the secondary valve body for wear and
valve stuck damage.
 3rd air check  Check for a stuck 2nd air check valve in the torque
valve stuck converter housing.
 2nd clutch  Check for a stuck 3rd air check valve in the stator
defective shaft support.
 3rd clutch
defective
 Clearance between
clutch end-plate
and top disc
incorrect
 Shift solenoid
valve B defective
 A/T clutch
pressure control
solenoid valve A
defective
 A/T clutch  Inspect the shift solenoid valve B function with the
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pressure control HDS (see SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE A AND B

defective  Check for a seized shift solenoid valve, and inspect
 A/T clutch the O-rings.
pressure control  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A
solenoid valve C with the HDS (see A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE
defective CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D
 Transmission fluid TEST ).
pressure switch C  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B
(4th clutch) with the HDS (see A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE
 Shift fork shaft TEST ).
stuck  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C
Foreign material with the HDS (see A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE
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
in separator plate CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D
orifice TEST ).
 Shift valve C  Check for a missing shift fork bolt on the shift fork
defective shaft.
 Reverse inhibitor  Check the shift fork shaft detent for wear and
valve defective damage.
Excessive shock or
 D inhibitor valve  Check for a clogged orifice in the separator plate. If
engine RPM
defective the orifice is clogged, remove it and clean the
abnormally rises on
 A/T clutch separator plate orifice.
3-4 upshift or 4-3
downshift pressure control  Check shift valve C, the reverse inhibitor valve, and
solenoid valve B the D inhibitor valve in the main valve body for free
accumulator movement, and check the valve spring for wear and
defective damage.
 A/T clutch  Check the 3rd and 4th clutch pressures (see
pressure control PRESSURE TEST ).
solenoid valve C  Inspect the clutch clearance for the 3rd and 4th
accumulator clutches.
defective
 Check the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve
 3rd air check B and C accumulator pistons, the O-rings, and the
valve stuck springs in the secondary valve body for wear and
 4th/reverse air damage.
check valve stuck  Check for a stuck 3rd air check valve in the stator
 3rd clutch shaft support.
defective  Check for a stuck 4th/reverse air check valve in the
 4th clutch main valve body.
defective
clutch end-plate
and top disc
incorrect
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 Shift solenoid
valve A defective
 A/T clutch
pressure control
solenoid valve A
defective  Inspect the shift solenoid valve A function with the
 A/T clutch HDS (see SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE A AND B
pressure control TEST ).
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defective TEST ).
 Transmission fluid  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B
pressure switch D with the HDS (see A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE
(5th clutch) CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D
defective TEST ).
 Shift fork shaft  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C
stuck with the HDS (see A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE
Excessive shock or CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D
 Foreign material
engine RPM TEST ).
in separator plate
abnormally rises on
orifice  Check for a missing shift fork bolt on the shift fork
4-5 upshift or 5-4
 Shift valve C shaft.
downshift
defective  Check the shift fork shaft detent for wear and
 Reverse inhibitor damage.
valve defective  Check for a clogged orifice in the separator plate. If
 D inhibitor valve the orifice is clogged, remove it and clean the
defective separator plate orifice.
 A/T clutch  Check shift valve C, the reverse inhibitor valve, and
pressure control the D inhibitor valve in the main valve body for free
solenoid valve A movement, and check the valve spring for wear and
accumulator damage.
defective  Check the 4th and 5th clutch pressures (see
 A/T clutch PRESSURE TEST ).
pressure control  Inspect the clutch clearance for the 4th and 5th
solenoid valve C clutches.
accumulator  Check the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve
defective A and C accumulator pistons, the O-rings, and the
 4th/reverse air springs in the secondary valve body for wear and
check valve stuck damage.
 5th air check valve  Check for a stuck 4th/reverse air check valve in the
stuck main valve body.
 4th clutch  Check for a stuck 5th air check valve in the torque
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defective converter housing.

 5th clutch
defective
clutch end-plate
and top disc
incorrect
 Shift solenoid
valve A defective
 Shift solenoid
valve B defective
 A/T clutch
pressure control
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solenoid valve A
defective  Inspect the shift solenoid valves A and B function
with the HDS (see SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE A
 A/T clutch AND B TEST ).
pressure control
defective TEST ).
Excessive shock or  Transmission fluid  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B
engine RPM pressure switch E with the HDS (see A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE
abnormally rises on (6th clutch) CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D
5-6 upshift or 6-5 defective TEST ).
downshift  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C
 Foreign material
in separator plate with the HDS (see A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE
orifice CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D
TEST ).
 A/T clutch
pressure control  Check for a clogged orifice in the separator plate. If
solenoid valve A the orifice is clogged, remove it and clean the
accumulator separator plate orifice.
defective  Check the 5th and 6th clutch pressures (see
 A/T clutch PRESSURE TEST ).
pressure control  Inspect the clutch clearance for the 5th and 6th
solenoid valve B clutches.
accumulator  Check the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve
defective A and B accumulator pistons, the O-rings, and the
 5th air check valve springs in the secondary valve body for wear and
stuck damage.
 6th air check valve  Check for a stuck 5th air check valve in the torque
stuck converter housing.
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 5th clutch  Check for a stuck 6th air check valve in the stator
defective shaft support.
 6th clutch
defective
Clearance between
clutch end-plate
and top disc
incorrect
 Check the line pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ).
 Improper alignment of the ATF pump and the torque
converter housing may cause ATF pump seizure. The
symptoms are mostly an rpm-related ticking noise or
a high pitched squeak.
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 Inspect the differential pinion gears for wear. If the
differential pinion gears are worn, replace the
 ATF pump worn differential assembly, replace the ATF strainer,
or binding thoroughly clean the transmission, and clean the ATF
 Lubrication cooler lines.
regulator valve  Check the ATF strainer for debris. If the strainer is
defective clogged, find the damaged components that caused
 Lubrication shift the debris. If no cause for contamination is found,
valve defective replace the torque converter.
 Final gears worn  Be careful not to damage the torque converter
or damaged housing when replacing the main ball bearing. You
Noise from
Idler gears worn may also damage the ATF pump when you torque
transmission in all 
or damaged down the main valve body. This will cause ATF
shift lever positions
pump seizure, use the proper tools.
 Thrust washers
seized, worn or  Install the main seal flush with the torque converter
damaged housing. If you push it into the torque converter
housing until it bottoms out, it will block the fluid
 Mainshaft, return passage and result in damage.
countershaft,
secondary shaft,  Check the ball bearing for the mainshaft, the
and third shaft countershaft, the secondary shaft, and the third shaft.
bearings worn or  Inspect the mainshaft, the countershaft, the secondary
damaged shaft, the third shaft, and idler gears for wear and
damage.
 Check the thrust washers on all shafts for seizure,
wear, and damage.
 Check the lubrication regulator valve and the
lubrication shift valve in the main valve body for free
movement, and check the valve springs for wear and
damage.

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solenoid valve A CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D

defective TEST ).
 A/T clutch  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B
Noise from
solenoid valve B CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D
transmission in D
defective TEST ).
and S
 A/T clutch  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C
defective TEST ).
 Inspect the reverse idler gear shaft/holder for wear
and damage.
 Inspect the reverse selector gear teeth chamfers, and
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inspect the engagement teeth chamfers of the third
Noise from Reverse gears worn or shaft reverse gear and the reverse selector hub.
transmission in R damaged Replace the reverse gears and the reverse selector if
they are worn or damaged. If the transmission makes
clicking, grinding, or whirring noises, also replace
the third shaft 4th gear, the reverse idler gear, the
mainshaft 3rd gear, and the countershaft 2nd gear.
Vehicle does not
Torque converter one-  Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
accelerate above 34
way clutch defective  Replace the torque converter.
mph (55 km/h)

 Drive plate the drive plate if it is worn or damaged.
defective or  Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
transmission
 Check the line pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ).
incorrectly
installed  Improper alignment of the ATF pump and the torque
 Torque converter converter housing may cause ATF pump seizure. The
clutch piston symptoms are mostly an rpm-related ticking noise or
defective a high pitched squeak.
Vibration in all  Inspect the differential pinion gears for wear. If the
shift lever positions differential pinion gears are worn, replace the
defective
differential assembly, replace the ATF strainer,
 ATF pump worn thoroughly clean the transmission, and clean the ATF
or binding cooler lines.
 Transmission or  Replace the torque converter.
engine mount
 Be careful not to damage the torque converter
defective
housing when replacing the main ball bearing. You
 Low engine output may also damage the ATF pump when you torque
(horsepower) down the main valve body. This will cause ATF
pump seizure, use the proper tools.
 Inspect the transmission or engine mount.
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 Check the valve adjustment.

 Check the engine control system.
 Transmission
range switch
defective or out of
adjustment
 Shift cable broken,
binding, or out of
adjustment
proper transmission range switch installation, and
Shift lever does not  Connection adjust the shift cable.
operate smoothly between shift
 Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the
cable and
selector control lever.
transmission or
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shift lever is worn  Check the manual valve in the main valve body for
wear and damage, and check the manual lever guide
 Manual valve
pin for wear and damage.
defective
 Selector control
shaft worn or
damaged
 Shift cable broken,
binding, or out of
Transmission does between shift  Inspect the countershaft and the secondary shaft for
not shift into P cable and wear and damage.
transmission or  Inspect the park mechanism at the parking holder and
shift lever is worn park gears.
 Park mechanism
defective
HDS (see SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE C TEST
AND REPLACEMENT ).
 Shift solenoid  Check for a seized shift solenoid valve, and inspect
valve C defective the O-rings.
 Drive plate  Check for an incorrectly installed transmission, and
Torque converter defective or check the drive plate for wear and damage. Replace
clutch does not transmission the drive plate if it is worn or damaged.
disengage incorrectly
installed  Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
 Torque converter  Check the line pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ).
clutch piston  Replace the torque converter.
defective  Be careful not to damage the torque converter
 Torque converter housing when replacing the main ball bearing. You
defective may also damage the ATF pump when you torque
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 Lock-up shift down the main valve body. This will cause ATF
valve defective pump seizure, use the proper tools.
 Check the lock-up shift valve in the main valve body
for free movement, and check the valve springs for
wear and damage.
 A/T clutch  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D
solenoid valve D CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D
defective TEST ).
 Drive plate  Check the line pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ).
defective or  Check for an incorrectly installed transmission, and
transmission check the drive plate for wear and damage. Replace
incorrectly the drive plate if it is worn or damaged.
installed
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Torque converter  Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
clutch does not  Torque converter  Replace the torque converter.
operate smoothly clutch piston
housing when replacing the main ball bearing. You
 Torque converter may also damage the ATF pump when you torque
defective down the main valve body. This will cause ATF
 Torque converter pump seizure, use the proper tools.
regulator valve  Check the torque converter regulator valve and the
defective lock-up control valve in the regulator valve body for
 Lock-up control free movement, and check the valve springs for wear
valve defective and damage.

AND REPLACEMENT ).
 Shift solenoid
valve C defective  Check for a seized shift solenoid valve, and inspect
the O-rings.
 A/T clutch
pressure control  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D
solenoid valve D with the HDS (see A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE
Torque converter TEST ).
clutch does not  Drive plate
defective or  Check the line pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ).
engage
transmission  Check for an incorrectly installed transmission, and
incorrectly check the drive plate for wear and damage. Replace
installed the drive plate if it is worn or damaged.
 Torque converter  Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
clutch piston  Replace the torque converter.
defective
 Be careful not to damage the torque converter
 Torque converter down the main valve body. This will cause ATF
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regulator valve pump seizure, use the proper tools.

defective  Check the torque converter regulator valve and the
 Lock-upshift valve lock-up control valve in the regulator valve body for
defective free movement, and check the valve springs for wear
 Lock-up control and damage.
valve defective  Check the lock-up shift valve in the main valve body
wear and damage.
 Transmission
range switch
defective or out of
adjustment  Inspect the transmission range switch. If the
A/T gear position  Shift cable broken replace the switch. If the inspection is OK, check for
indicator does not
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or out of proper transmission range switch installation, and
indicate shift lever adjustment adjust the shift cable.
positions  Connection  Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the
between shift selector control lever.
cable and
transmission or
shift lever is worn
 Check the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor
installation.
Speedometer and Output shaft
odometer do not (countershaft) speed  Inspect the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor
work sensor defective O-ring for wear and damage.
 Check for a poor connection at the output shaft
(countershaft) speed sensor.
 Transmission
range switch
defective or out of  Inspect the transmission range switch. If the
adjustment transmission range switch fails the inspection,
 Shift cable broken proper transmission range switch installation, and
or out of adjust the shift cable.
adjustment
 Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the
Engine does not between shift
start cable and  Check for an incorrectly installed transmission, and
transmission or check the drive plate for wear and damage. Replace
shift lever is worn the drive plate if it is worn or damaged.
 Drive plate  Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
defective or  Check the line pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ).
transmission  Improper alignment of the ATF pump and the torque
incorrectly converter housing may cause ATF pump seizure. The
installed symptoms are mostly an rpm-related ticking noise or
 Torque converter a high pitched squeak.
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clutch piston  Be careful not to damage the torque converter

defective housing when replacing the main ball bearing. You
defective down the main valve body. This will cause ATF
 ATF pump worn pump seizure, use the proper tools.
or binding  Replace the torque converter.
 Mainshaft worn or  Inspect the mainshaft.
damaged
AND REPLACEMENT ).
 Check for a seized shift solenoid valve, and inspect
 Shift solenoid the O-rings.
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valve C defective  Check for an incorrectly installed transmission, and
 Drive plate check the drive plate for wear and damage. Replace
defective or the drive plate if it is worn or damaged.
transmission  Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
incorrectly  Check the line pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ).
installed
 Improper alignment of the ATF pump and the torque
 Torque converter converter housing may cause ATF pump seizure. The
clutch piston symptoms are mostly an rpm-related ticking noise or
Engine stalls when defective
shifted to D from N a high pitched squeak.
 Torque converter  Be careful not to damage the torque converter
defective housing when replacing the main ball bearing. You
regulator valve down the main valve body. This will cause ATF
defective pump seizure, use the proper tools.
 Lock-up shift  Replace the torque converter.
valve defective  Check the torque converter regulator valve and the
 Lock-up control lock-up control valve in the regulator valve body for
valve defective free movement, and check the valve springs for wear
and damage.
wear and damage.
the drive plate if it is worn or damaged.
 Drive plate
defective or  Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
transmission  Check the line pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ).
incorrectly  Improper alignment of the ATF pump and the torque
installed converter housing may cause ATF pump seizure. The
 Torque converter symptoms are mostly an rpm-related ticking noise or
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clutch piston a high pitched squeak.

 Torque converter down the main valve body. This will cause ATF
regulator valve pump seizure, use the proper tools.
Engine stops when defective  Replace the torque converter.
shifted to R from N  Lock-up shift  Check the torque converter regulator valve and the
valve defective lock-up control valve in the regulator valve body for
 Lock-up control free movement, and check the valve springs for wear
valve defective and damage.
wear and damage.
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 Shift cable broken
or out of
adjustment
 Connection  Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the
between shift selector control lever.
No engine braking cable and  Check the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor
transmission or installation.
shift lever is worn  Inspect the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor
 Output shaft O-ring for wear and damage.
(countershaft)
speed sensor
defective
Engine does not
rev to high RPM,  J35Z6 engine: Check the VTEC rocker arms (see
and the  VTEC rocker VTEC ROCKER ARM TEST ).

transmission arms defective  J37A4 engine: Check the VTEC rocker arms (see
upshifts at low  Low engine output VTEC ROCKER ARM TEST ).
RPM (engine at (horsepower)  Check the fuel pressure (see FUEL PRESSURE
normal operating TEST ).
temperature)
HDS does not
Troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see DLC CIRCUIT
communicate with DLC circuit
TROUBLESHOOTING ).
the PCM
COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX

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Fig. 14: Identifying Automatic Transmission Components Location (1 Of 2)
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Fig. 15: Identifying Automatic Transmission Components Location (2 Of 2)
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The automatic transmission is a transverse-mounted five-shaft design with an electronically controlled hydraulic
circuit that provides six forward speeds and one in reverse. Engine output is transmitted through the torque
converter, a combination of shafts which hold gears and clutches and a differential that transmits power to the
driving wheels. SH-AWD equipped model also has a transfer assembly which transmits power to the SH-AWD
differential.
Shaft, Gears, and Clutches

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The clutches and gears are installed on the input shaft (mainshaft), the secondary shaft, the third shaft, and the
idler gear shaft. These gears are in constant mesh with those on the output shaft (countershaft). When specific
gears are engaged by the clutches, power is transmitted through the mainshaft, to the secondary shaft, the third
shaft, the idler gear shaft, and/or the countershaft, then to the final driven gear of the differential to provide
drive.
Shift Control Mechanism
To perform hydraulic control, shift control, and lock-up control of the automatic transmission, the PCM controls
shift solenoid valves A, B, and C, line pressure solenoid valve A, and automatic transmission (A/T) clutch
pressure control solenoid valves A, B, C, and D. The PCM switches each shift solenoid valve ON and OFF.
This changes the positions of the shift valves in the valve bodies which open and close ports to send hydraulic
pressure to the appropriate clutch. A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valves A, B, C, and D control the clutch
pressure regulated by each of them, which allows smooth shifts and lock-up of the torque converter.
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Electronic Control
Shifting and lock-up are achieved by a system of solenoid valves driven by the PCM, which controls ATF flow
through various valves in the valve bodies to select the appropriate gears for all driving conditions.
Hydraulic Control
The valve bodies consist of the main valve body, the regulator valve body, the secondary valve body, the stator
shaft support, and the manual valve body. They are installed to the torque converter housing. Fluid regulated by
the regulator valve passes through the manual valve to the various control valves. All the clutches receive fluid
from the shaft internal hydraulic circuit. Also, the hydraulic control body is adapted to the secondary valve
body, which includes the main shift hydraulic circuit, the solenoid valve, the hydraulic switch, etc. to shorten
the fluid passage and optimize the hydraulic pressure.
Torque Converter
The torque converter is connected to the flywheel. It consists of an impeller (pump), turbine, stator, and torque
converter clutch piston, which uses ATF to transmit engine power to the input shaft (mainshaft). Around the
outside of the torque converter housing, the starter ring gear is installed, which is used to start the engine.
Lock-Up Mechanism
The lock-up causes the input shaft (mainshaft) to rotate at the same speed as the engine crankshaft by engaging
the torque converter cover with the turbine by the torque converter clutch. Together with the hydraulic control,
the PCM optimizes the timing and degree of lock-up. The lock-up mechanism operates in D (during
accelerating: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th gears/during decelerating: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th gears), S with
automatic shift mode (during accelerating: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th gears/during decelerating: 2nd, 3rd, 4th,
and 5th gears), and S with sequential sportshift mode (during accelerating: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th
gears/during decelerating: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th gears). The torque converter clutch is in the torque
converter. The multi-plate torque converter clutch increases the torque capacity and extends the lock-up area,
improving fuel economy.
Gear Selection
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The shift lever has five positions; P: PARK, R: REVERSE, N: NEUTRAL, D: DRIVE 1st through 6th gear
ranges with automatic shift mode and D-paddle shift mode, and S: DRIVE 1st through 5th gear ranges with
automatic shift mode and 1st through 6th gear ranges with sequential sportshift mode.
Position Description
Front wheels locked; the park pawl engaged with the park gear on the
P: PARK
countershaft. All clutches are released.
Reverse; the reverse selector engaged with the third shaft 4th gear and the 4th
R: REVERSE
clutch engaged.
N: NEUTRAL All clutches are released.
General driving; starts off in 1st gear, shifts to 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, then 6th gear,
depending on the vehicle speed and the throttle position. Downshifts through
D: DRIVE (1st through
5th, 4th, 3rd, 2nd, and 1st on deceleration to stop. The lock-up mechanism
6th)
operates in 1st through 6th gears while accelerating, and in 2nd through 6th
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gears while decelerating.
Used for rapid acceleration at highway speeds and general driving, up-hill and
down-hill driving; starts off in 1st gear, shifts to 2nd, 3rd, 4th, then 5th gear,
Automatic shift
depending on the vehicle speed and the throttle position. Downshifts through
mode (1st
4th, 3rd, 2nd, and 1st on deceleration to stop. The lock-up mechanism operates
through 5th)
in 1st through 5th gears while accelerating, and in 2nd through 5th gears while
S: decelerating.
DRIVE
Manual gear shift driving; the vehicle can start off in 1st gear, and does not
Sequential
upshift automatically. The vehicle can also start off in 2nd gear, and does not
sportshift mode
upshift and downshift automatically. Downshifts automatically to 1st on
(1st through
deceleration to stop. The lock-up mechanism operates in 1st through 6th gears
6th)
while accelerating, and in 2nd through 6th gears while decelerating.
Starting the engine is possible only in P and N because of a neutral-safety switch built into the transmission
range switch.
Automatic Transmission (A/T) Gear Position Indicator
The A/T gear position indicator in the gauge control module shows which shift lever position that has been
selected.
Shift Indicator
When you operate the paddle shift switch, the shift indicator in the gauge control module displays the gear
selected. The shift indicator also displays the gear selected in the D-paddle shift mode and the sequential
sportshift mode.
Transfer Assembly (With SH-AWD)
The transfer assembly consists of the transfer hypoid drive gear/shaft assembly, the transfer output shaft (hypoid
gear), and the companion flange. The transfer assembly is on the rear side of the transmission, beside the
differential. The transfer drive gear on the differential drives the transfer output shaft in the transmission. The
transfer output shaft in the transmission is connected to the transfer hypoid drive gear/shaft assembly by splines.
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Power is transmitted from the transfer drive gear on the differential to the rear differential via the transfer
assembly and the propeller shaft.
CLUTCHES AND GEARS
The six speed automatic transmission applies hydraulic pressure to the clutches to engage or disengage the
gears. When hydraulic pressure is introduced into the clutch drum, the clutch piston moves and presses the steel
plates and the clutch discs. Power is then transmitted through the engaged clutch pack to its gear mounted on
the shaft. Likewise, when the hydraulic pressure is bled from the clutch drum, the piston releases the steel plates
and the clutch discs. Then the steel plates rotate with the clutch drum, and the clutch discs rotate with gear on
the shaft. The clutch discs are released from the steel plates. This allows the clutch disc to spin independently,
transmitting no power.
1st Clutch
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The 1st clutch engages/disengages 1st gear, and is located at the right end of the secondary shaft. The 1st clutch
is supplied hydraulic pressure through the secondary shaft by a circuit connected to the internal hydraulic
circuit.
2nd Clutch
The 2nd clutch engages/disengages 2nd gear, and is located at the left end of the secondary shaft. The 2nd
clutch is joined back-to-back to the 5th clutch. The 2nd clutch is supplied hydraulic pressure through the
secondary shaft by a circuit connected to the internal hydraulic circuit.
3rd Clutch
The 3rd clutch engages/disengages 3rd gear, and is located at the left end of the mainshaft. The 3rd clutch is
joined back-to-back to the 6th clutch. The 3rd clutch is supplied hydraulic pressure through the mainshaft by a
circuit connected to the internal hydraulic circuit.
4th Clutch
The 4th clutch engages/disengages 4th gear, and is located at the right end of the third shaft. The 4th clutch is
supplied hydraulic pressure through the third shaft by a circuit connected to the internal hydraulic circuit. The
vehicle also moves backward when the 4th clutch is engaged while the reverse selector hub engages with the
reverse gear.
5th Clutch
The 5th clutch engages/disengages 5th gear, and is located at the left end of the secondary shaft. The 5th clutch
is joined back-to-back to the 2nd clutch. The 5th clutch is supplied hydraulic pressure through the secondary
shaft by a circuit connected to the internal hydraulic circuit.
6th Clutch
The 6th clutch engages/disengages 6th gear, and is located at the left end of the mainshaft. The 6th clutch is
joined back-to-back to the 3rd clutch. The 6th clutch is supplied hydraulic pressure through the mainshaft by a
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circuit connected to the internal hydraulic circuit.
One-Way Clutch
The one-way clutch is located between the countershaft 1st gear and the park gear. The park gear is splined with
the countershaft. The countershaft 1st gear engages the outer race surface of the one-way clutch, and the park
gear engages the inner race surface of the one-way clutch. The one-way clutch locks when power is transmitted
from the secondary shaft 1st gear to the countershaft 1st gear. The 1st clutch and 1st gear remain engaged in 1st,
2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th gear ranges in D or S. However, the one-way clutch disengages when the 2nd, 3rd,
4th, 5th, or 6th clutches and gears are applied in D or S. This is because the rotational speed of the countershaft
exceeds that of 1st gear, which causes the one-way clutch to free-wheel with the 1st clutch still engaged.
Transmission Cutaway View
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Fig. 16: Transmission Cutaway View

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NOTE: This illustration shows the SH-AWD transfer assembly that is not available on
all models.
Gear operation
Gears on the mainshaft:
 3rd gear is engaged/disengaged with the mainshaft by the 3rd clutch.

 6th gear is engaged/disengaged with the mainshaft by the 6th clutch.
 4th gear is splined with the mainshaft and rotates with the mainshaft.
Gears on the secondary shaft:
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 1st gear is engaged/disengaged with the secondary shaft by the 1st clutch.
 2nd gear is engaged/disengaged with the secondary shaft by the 2nd clutch.
 5th gear is engaged/disengaged with the secondary shaft by the 5th clutch.
 Idler gear is splined with the secondary shaft, and rotates with the secondary shaft.
Gears on the third shaft:
 4th gear is engaged/disengaged with the third shaft by the 4th clutch.
 Reverse selector hub is splined with the third shaft and rotates with the third shaft.
 Reverse selector on the reverse selector hub switches between the reverse gear and 6th gear.
Gears on the countershaft:
 Final drive gear is integral with the countershaft.

 2nd gear, 5th gear, and park gear are splined with the countershaft, and rotate with the countershaft.
 1st gear is engaged with the park gear splined with the countershaft by the one-way clutch when
accelerating. It is disengaged from the park gear by the one-way clutch when decelerating.
Gears on the idler gear shaft:
 Idler gear is press-fitted with the idler gear shaft, and rotates with the idler gear shaft.
 Idler gear is engaged with the mainshaft 4th gear and the secondary shaft idler gear, and transmits the
mainshaft rotation to the secondary shaft.
POWER FLOW
P Position
Hydraulic pressure is not applied to the clutches; power is not transmitted to the countershaft. The countershaft
is locked by the park pawl interlocking the park gear on the countershaft.
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N Position
Engine output transmitted from the mainshaft drives the mainshaft 4th gear, the third shaft 4th gear, the idler
gear shaft idler gear, and the secondary shaft idler gear, but since hydraulic pressure is not applied to the
clutches, output is not transmitted to the countershaft. In this position, the position of the reverse selector differs
according to whether the shift lever shifted from D or R:
 When shifted from D, the reverse selector engages with the third shaft 6th gear and the reverse selector
hub, and the 6th gear engages with the third shaft.
 When shifted from R, the reverse selector engages with the third shaft reverse gear and the reverse
selector hub, and the reverse gear engages with the third shaft.
all models.
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Fig. 17: Automatic Transmission Power Flow Diagram (N Position)

D Position and S Position with Automatic Shift Mode

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In D, the optimum gear is automatically selected from 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th gears; and 1st, 2nd, 3rd,
4th, and 5th gears in S with automatic shift mode according to conditions between the accelerator pedal
command or position (engine loading) and the vehicle speed.
In 1st gear
 Hydraulic pressure is applied to the 1st clutch, then the 1st clutch engages the secondary shaft 1st gear
with the secondary shaft.
 Mainshaft rotation is transmitted to the mainshaft 4th gear splined with the mainshaft.
 The mainshaft 4th gear drives the secondary shaft idler gear splined with the secondary shaft and the
secondary shaft via the idler gear shaft idler gear.
 The secondary shaft and the secondary shaft 1st gear engaged by the 1st clutch, and the secondary shaft
1st gear drives the countershaft 1st gear.
 The countershaft 1st gear drives the park gear splined with the countershaft via the one-way clutch.
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 With SH-AWD: Power is transmitted from the countershaft to the final drive gear, which in turn drives
the final driven gear and the transfer drive gear.
 Power is transmitted to the final drive gear, which in turn drives the final driven gear and the differential.
 With SH-AWD: As the final driven gear turns the differential assembly, power is transmitted through the
transfer drive gear to the transfer output shaft that drives the transfer hypoid drive gear/shaft and the
transfer output shaft (hypoid gear).
all models.
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Fig. 18: Automatic Transmission Power Flow Diagram (In D And S Position And 1st Gear)
In 2nd gear
 Hydraulic pressure is applied to the 2nd clutch, then the 2nd clutch engages the secondary shaft 2nd gear
 The mainshaft 4th gear drives the secondary shaft idler gear splined to the secondary shaft and the
 The secondary shaft and the secondary shaft 2nd gear engaged by the 2nd clutch, and the secondary shaft
2nd gear drives the countershaft 2nd gear splined with the countershaft and the countershaft.
 Hydraulic pressure is also applied to the 1st clutch, but since the rotation speed of the countershaft
exceeds that of 1st gear, power output from 1st gear is cut off at the one-way clutch.
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Fig. 19: Automatic Transmission Power Flow Diagram (In D And S Position And 2nd Gear)
In 3rd gear
 Hydraulic pressure is applied to the 3rd clutch, then the 3rd clutch engages the mainshaft 3rd gear with
the mainshaft.
 Mainshaft rotation is transmitted from the mainshaft 3rd gear engaged with the 3rd clutch to the
countershaft 2nd gear splined with the countershaft.
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all models.
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Fig. 20: Automatic Transmission Power Flow Diagram (In D And S Position And 3rd Gear)
In 4th gear
 Hydraulic pressure is applied to the D inhibitor valve to engage the reverse selector with the third shaft
6th gear while the shift lever is in the forward range (D and S).
 Hydraulic pressure is applied to the 4th clutch, then the 4th clutch engages the third shaft 4th gear with
the third shaft.
 Mainshaft rotation is transmitted to the third shaft 4th gear via the mainshaft 4th gear splined with the
mainshaft.
 Rotation of the third shaft 4th gear is transmitted to the third shaft 6th gear from the reverse selector hub
via the reverse selector.
 The third shaft 6th gear drives the countershaft 5th gear splined with the countershaft and the countershaft
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via the mainshaft 6th gear.

all models.
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Fig. 21: Automatic Transmission Power Flow Diagram (In D And S Position And 4th Gear)
In 5th gear
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 Hydraulic pressure is applied to the 5th clutch, then the 5th clutch engages the secondary shaft 5th gear
 The mainshaft 4th gear drives the secondary shaft idler gear splined with the secondary shaft and the
 The secondary shaft and the secondary shaft 5th gear engaged by the 5th clutch, and the secondary shaft
5th gear drives the countershaft 5th gear splined with the countershaft and the countershaft.
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In 6th gear
 Hydraulic pressure is applied to the 6th clutch, then the 6th clutch engages the mainshaft 6th gear with the
mainshaft.
 Mainshaft rotation is transmitted from the mainshaft 6th gear engaged with the 6th clutch to the
countershaft 5th gear splined with the countershaft.
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all models.
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R Position
 Hydraulic pressure is applied to the D inhibitor valve to engage the reverse selector with the third shaft
reverse gear while the shift lever is in R.
 Hydraulic pressure is applied to the 4th clutch, then the 4th clutch engages the third shaft 4th gear with
the third shaft.
 Mainshaft rotation is transmitted to the third shaft 4th gear via the mainshaft 4th gear splined with the
mainshaft.
 Rotation of the third shaft 4th gear is transmitted from the reverse selector hub that rotates with the third
shaft to the third shaft reverse gear, via the reverse selector.
 The third shaft reverse gear drives the mainshaft 3rd gear via the reverse idler gear.
 The mainshaft 3rd gear drives the countershaft 2nd gear splined with the countershaft and the
countershaft.
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 The rotation direction of the countershaft is changed by the reverse idler gear.
all models.
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Fig. 24: Automatic Transmission Power Flow Diagram (In R Position)
ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM
Electronic Control
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The electronic control system consists of the PCM, sensors, and eight solenoid valves.
Functional Diagram
The PCM receives input signals from the sensors, switches, and other control units, processes data, and outputs
signals for the engine control system and the A/T control system. The A/T control system includes shift control,
clutch pressure control, lock-up control, and A/T system hydraulic control. The PCM switches the shift solenoid
valves and the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valves ON and OFF in a specific sequence to control gear
selection and torque converter clutch lock-up. It also controls the appropriate operating hydraulic pressure to the
automatic transmission.
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Fig. 25: Electronic Control System - Functional Diagram

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Shift Control
The PCM instantly determines which gear should be selected by various inputs from sensors and switches, and
it actuates the solenoid valves to control gear selection.
Shift solenoid valve:
Shift solenoid valves A, B, and C switch to the hydraulic pressure supply circuit to the clutch. Shift solenoid
valves A, B, and C are normally closed (ON-OPEN/OFF-CLOSE); the normally closed solenoid valve port
opens to allow ATF to pass through when the PCM turns it ON, and the port closes, blocking fluid flow when
turned OFF.
A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve:
A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valves A, B, C, and D apply hydraulic pressure to each clutch via the
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hydraulic valve body circuit. A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D supplies hydraulic pressure to the
torque converter clutch. A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valves A, B, C, and D are normally closed (ON-
OPEN/OFF-CLOSE); the normally closed solenoid valve port opens to allow ATF to pass through when the
PCM turns it ON, and the port closes, blocking fluid flow when turned OFF. These solenoid valves are
controlled by current and are duty controlled depending on the vehicle speed and the throttle position.
Line pressure solenoid valve:
Line pressure solenoid valve A controls the hydraulic pressure in the hydraulic control system valve bodies of
the automatic transmission. Line pressure solenoid valve A is normally closed (ON-OPEN/OFF-CLOSE); the
normally closed solenoid valve port opens to allow ATF to pass through when the PCM turns it ON, and the
port closes, blocking fluid flow when turned OFF.
The combination of driving signals to solenoid valves for each gear is in the following table.
D, S
Shift Lever Position P R N
1st 2nd4th 3rd
5th 6th
Shift solenoid valve A ON OFF ON ON ONOFF OFF
OFF OFF
ON or ON or
Shift solenoid valve B OFF OFF OFF ON ON ON OFF
OFF OFF
ON or ON or ON or ON or ON or ON or
Shift solenoid valve C ON ON OFF
OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF
Line pressure solenoid ON or ON or ON or ON or ON or ON or ON or ON or ON or
valve A OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF
A/T clutch pressure control
OFF OFF OFF OFF ON OFF OFF ON OFF
solenoid valve A
OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF ON OFF OFF ON
solenoid valve B
OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF ON OFF OFF
solenoid valve C
A/T clutch pressure control OFF ON OFF ON or ON or ON or ON or ON or ON or
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solenoid valve D OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF
Shift Control - Grade Logic Control
The grade logic control system is used to control shifting in D, and in S with automatic shift mode. The PCM
compares actual driving conditions with programmed driving conditions, based on the input signal from the
throttle position sensor, the engine coolant temperature sensor, the barometric pressure sensor, the brake pedal
position switch, and the transmission range switch to switch shifting control from the normal control to the
ascending or descending control when the PCM determines that the vehicle is ascending a slope or being driven
down a slope.
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Fig. 26: Shift Control - Grade Logic Control Flow Diagram
Grade Logic Control: Ascending Control
When the PCM determines that the vehicle is climbing a hill in D and in S with automatic shift mode, the
system extends the engagement area of 2nd gear, 3rd gear, 4th gear, and 5th gear to prevent the transmission
from frequently shifting between 2nd and 3rd gears, between 3rd and 4th gears, between 4th and 5th gears, and
between 5th and 6th gears, so the vehicle can run smoothly and have more power when needed.
NOTE: Shift commands stored in the PCM between 2nd and 3rd gears, between 3rd
and 4th gears, between 4th and 5th gears, and between 5th and 6th gears,
enable the PCM to automatically select the most suitable gear based on the
steepness of the grade.
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Fig. 27: Grade Logic Control Ascending Control Graph

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Grade Logic Control: Descending Control
When the PCM determines that the vehicle is going down a hill in D, and in S with automatic shift mode, the
upshift speed from 5th to 6th gear, from 4th to 5th gear, from 3rd to 4th gear, and from 2nd to 3rd (when the
throttle is closed) becomes higher than the set speed for flat road driving to extend the 5th gear, 4th gear, 3rd
gear, and 2nd gear driving areas. This, in combination with engine braking from the deceleration lock-up,
achieves smooth driving when the vehicle is descending. There are descending modes with different 5th gear,
4th gear, 3rd gear, and 2nd gear driving areas based on the steepness of the grade stored in the PCM. When the
vehicle is in 6th, 5th, or 4th gear, and the vehicle is decelerating while applying the brakes on a steep hill, the
transmission downshifts to a lower gear. When you accelerate, the transmission then returns to a higher gear
from the current position.
Deceleration Control
When the vehicle goes around a corner and needs to decelerate first and then accelerate, the PCM goes into the
deceleration control mode to reduce the number of times the transmission shifts. When the vehicle is
decelerating from speeds above 27 mph (43 km/h), the PCM anticipates upcoming acceleration, and shifts the
transmission from 4th to 3rd earlier than normal.
Shift-Hold Control
Shift-hold control maintains transmission gear position during cornering to avoid frequently shifting. When the
vehicle is cornering, the PCM extends the engagement of 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th to prevent the transmission from
frequently shifting between 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th gears. When the PCM determines that the vehicle is cornering
by the accelerator pedal position, the vehicle speed, and the lateral G-force estimate from the RPM difference
between each wheel, it delays the upshift from 3rd to 4th, 4th to 5th, and 5th to 6th gears, which improves the
engine output and the engine braking. The transmission resumes the normal upshift pattern after the PCM
determines that normal driving has resumed.
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Fig. 28: Deceleration And Shift-Hold Control Pattern
Shift Control - Manual Shift Mode
The transmission is equipped with a D-paddle shift mode in D, and with a sequential sportshift mode in S.
Either mode can be activated by pressing the paddle shifter + (upshift switch) or the paddle shifter - (downshift
switch) while driving with the shift lever is in D and S.
D-Paddle Shift Mode
To engage the D-paddle shift mode, press either of the steering wheel mounted paddle shifters while driving in
D. In this mode, the transmission can downshift by pressing the paddle shifter -, or upshift by pressing the
paddle shifter +. Each time the transmission is shifted using the paddles, the shift indicator in the gauge control
module displays the current position. The display turns off when the transmission upshifts or downshifts
automatically while coasting. The transmission stays in 6th gear if the paddle shifter + is pressed when driving
in 6th gear, and the shift indicator displays "6" for 2 seconds, then goes off. The transmission stays in 1st gear if
the paddle shifter - is pressed when driving in 1st gear, and the shift indicator displays "1" for 2 seconds, then
goes off. The transmission stays in the current gear and does not upshift to the next higher gear if the paddle
shifter + is pressed while driving below the minimum allowable speed, and the shift indicator blinks the number
of the next higher gear several times, then returns to the number of the current gear.
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Fig. 29: Identifying Manual Shift Mode And D-Paddle Shift Mode
S Position Automatic Shift Mode and Sequential Sportshift Mode
The S position has two shifting modes; the automatic shift mode and the sequential sportshift mode. In the S
position automatic shift mode, the transmission upshifts and downshifts automatically from 1st through 5th
gear, if the paddle shifters are not pressed. When the paddle shifter + (upshift switch) or the paddle shifter -
(downshift switch) is pressed, the automatic shift mode is canceled and the sequential sportshift mode comes
into operation. The shift indicator displays the number of the selected gear. In the sequential sportshift mode,
the driver can shift up and down manually from 1st through 6th gear by using the paddle shifters, much like a
manual transmission. The paddle shifters are installed on the back of the steering wheel, and the driver can shift
gears by pressing the paddle shifters without taking either hand off the steering wheel. In the sequential
sportshift mode, the transmission must be shifted up and down by pressing the paddle shifters.
However, if the vehicle is coasting at a speed that would cause the engine to over-rev by downshifting, the
transmission will not shift when the paddle shifter - is pressed. The shift indicator blinks the number of the
selected gear position several times, then returns to the current gear. If the vehicle speed reaches an appropriate
speed while the shift indicator is blinking, the transmission downshifts and the shift indicator displays the
selected gear. Likewise, if the vehicle is driving below an appropriate speed to upshift when the paddle shifter +
is pressed, the transmission will not shift. The shift indicator blinks the number of the selected gear several
times, and then returns to the number of the current gear. If the vehicle speed reaches an appropriate upshift
speed while the shift indicator is blinking, the transmission upshifts and the shift indicator displays the selected
gear.
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The sequential sportshift mode has automatic downshifting areas so the vehicle can run smoothly with more
power to cope with upcoming acceleration. When coasting in 6th gear, 5th gear, or 4th gear, the transmission
downshifts to the next lower gear if the vehicle slows down to the programmed speed, or by pressing the brake
pedal. When the transmission decelerates to a stop, the transmission shifts to 1st gear automatically. The
transmission can be shifted to 2nd gear by pressing the paddle shifter + while the vehicle is stopped, and the
vehicle can start off in 2nd gear. The sequential sportshift mode is canceled when moving the shift lever to any
position other than S.
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Fig. 30: Identifying S Position Automatic Shift Mode And Sequential Sport Shift Mode
Clutch Pressure Control
The PCM actuates A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valves A, B, C, and D to control the clutch pressure.
When shifting between gears or during lock-up, the clutch pressure is regulated by A/T clutch pressure control
solenoid valves A, B, C, and D engages and disengages the clutch smoothly. The PCM receives input signals
from the various sensors and switches, then processes the data, and outputs current to A/T clutch pressure
control solenoid valves A, B, C, and D.
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Fig. 31: Clutch Pressure Control Flow Diagram
Lock-Up Control
Shift solenoid valve C and A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D control the hydraulic pressure to switch
the lock-up shift valve and lock-up ON and OFF. When the PCM actuates shift solenoid valve C and A/T clutch
pressure control solenoid valve D ON, lock-up starts. A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D applies and
regulates hydraulic pressure to the lock-up control valve to control the amount of lock-up. The lock-up
mechanism operates:
 D - accelerating in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th gears

 D - decelerating in 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th gears
 S with automatic shift mode - accelerating in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th gears
 S with automatic shift mode - decelerating in 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th gears
 S with sequential sportshift mode - accelerating in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th gears
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 S with sequential sportshift mode - decelerating in 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th gears
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Fig. 32: Lock-Up Control Flow Diagram
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Fig. 33: PCM A/T Control System Electrical Connections Diagram

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PCM A/T Control System Inputs and Outputs at PCM connector A ([]) (49P)
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Fig. 34: Identifying PCM Connector A ([]) (49P) Connector End View
Terminal Wire
Terminal name Description Signal
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number color
VBSOL2 (POWER
Power source for With ignition switch ON (II)/vehicle in
A1 PUR SOURCE FOR
solenoid valves ON mode: battery voltage
SOLENOID VALVES)
With ignition switch ON (II)/vehicle in
SLS (SHIFT LOCK ON mode, in P, brake pedal pressed,
Drives shift lock
A2 PNK
SOLENOID) solenoid and accelerator pedal released: about 0
V
MRLY (PGM-FI MAIN Drives PGM-FI ON mode: about 0 V With ignition
A6 RED
RELAY 1) main relay 1 switch LOCK (0)/vehicle in OFF
mode: battery voltage
Detects brake pedal With brake pedal released: about 0 V
LT BKSW (BRAKE PEDAL
A8 position switch With brake pedal pressed: battery
GRN POSITION SWITCH)
signal voltage
Detects
ATPP (TRANSMISSION
transmission range In P: about 0 V In any position other
A16 RED RANGE SWITCH P
switch P position than P: more than 5.0 V
POSITION)
signal
With service check signal shorted with
SCS (SERVICE CHECK Detects service
A32 ORN the HDS: about 0 V With service
SIGNAL) check signal
check signal opened: about 5.0 V
ON mode and paddle shifter + (upshift
SUPP (PADDLE Detects paddle
switch) pressed: about 0 V With
A36 BRN SHIFTER + (UPSHIFT shifter + (upshift
ignition switch ON (II)/vehicle in ON
SWITCH)) switch) signal
mode and paddle shifter + (upshift
switch) released: battery voltage

A37 PUR SDNP (PADDLE ON mode and paddle shifter -
SHIFTER - Detects paddle (downshift switch) pressed: about 0 V
(DOWNSHIFT shifter - (downshift With ignition switch ON (II)/vehicle in
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SWITCH)) switch) signal ON mode and paddle shifter -

(downshift switch) released: battery
voltage
F-CAN H (F-CAN Sends and receives
A48 WHT COMMUNICATION communication
ON mode: pulses
SIGNAL HIGH) signal
F-CAN L (F-CAN Sends and receives
A49 BLK COMMUNICATION communication
ON mode: pulses
SIGNAL LOW) signal
PCM A/T Control System Inputs and Outputs at PCM connector B (delta) (49P)
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Fig. 35: Identifying PCM Connector B (delta) (49P) Connector End View
Terminal
Wire color Terminal name Description Signal
number
Ground circuit for
B1 BLK PG2 (POWER GROUND) Less than 0.2 V at all times
PCM
With ignition switch ON
VBSOL (POWER SOURCE Power source for
B2 BLK/YEL (II)/vehicle in ON mode:
FOR SOLENOID VALVES) solenoid valves
battery voltage
Power source for
B3 YEL/BLK IGP (POWER SOURCE) (II)/vehicle in ON mode:
PCM
battery voltage
LSB (A/T CLUTCH Drives A/T clutch With ignition switch ON
B10 BRN/WHT PRESSURE CONTROL pressure control (II)/vehicle in ON mode:
SOLENOID VALVE B) solenoid valve B current controlled
LSC (A/T CLUTCH Drives A/T clutch With ignition switch ON
B21 GRN/RED PRESSURE CONTROL pressure control (II)/vehicle in ON mode:
SOLENOID VALVE C) solenoid valve C current controlled
VCC1 (SENSOR Provides sensor
B36 YEL/RED (II)/vehicle in ON mode:
VOLTAGE) reference voltage
about 5.0 V
NM (INPUT SHAFT Detects input shaft (II)/vehicle in ON mode:
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(MAINSHAFT) SPEED (mainshaft) speed

about 0 V or about 5.0 V With
B37 RED
SENSOR) sensor signal
engine running in N: pulses
NC (OUTPUT SHAFT Detects output shaft
(II)/vehicle in ON mode:
B38 BLU (COUNTERSHAFT) SPEED (countershaft) speed
about 0 V or about 5.0 V With
SENSOR) sensor signal
driving: pulses
Ground circuit for
B40 BLK PG1 (POWER GROUND) Less than 0.2 V at all times
PCM
Ground circuit for
B41 BRN/YEL LG2 (LOGIC GROUND) Less than 0.2 V at all times
PCM
Detects ignition
B42 BLK/YEL IG1 (IGNITION SIGNAL) (II)/vehicle in ON mode:
signal
battery voltage
LSD (A/T CLUTCH Drives A/T clutch With ignition switch ON
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B43 BLK/WHT PRESSURE CONTROL pressure control (II)/vehicle in ON mode:
SOLENOID VALVE D) solenoid valve D current controlled
With engine running in 1st, or
reverse gear: about 0 V With
PLA (LINE PRESSURE Drives line pressure
B44 YEL engine running in any gears
SOLENOID VALVE A) solenoid valve A
other than 1st, or reverse:
battery voltage
PCM A/T Control System Inputs and Outputs at PCM connector C (O) (49P)
Fig. 36: Identifying PCM Connector C (O) (49P) Connector End View
Terminal
Wire color Terminal name Description Signal
number
With engine running in N, D, and
S during no lock-up condition:
SHC (SHIFT SOLENOID Drives shift
C9 GRN/WHT about 0 V With engine running in
VALVE C) solenoid valve C
P, R, D, and S during lock-up
condition: battery voltage
VCC2 (SENSOR Provides sensor With ignition switch ON
C12 YEL/BLU
VOLTAGE) reference voltage (II)/vehicle in ON mode: about
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5.0 V
With engine running:
OP5SW Detects
(TRANSMISSION FLUID transmission fluid  Without 5th clutch
C14 WHT/GRN pressure: battery voltage
PRESSURE SWITCH D pressure switch D
(5TH CLUTCH)) (5th clutch) signal  With 5th clutch pressure:
about 0 V
SG6 (SENSOR
C15 GRN/RED Sensor ground Less than 0.2 V at all times
GROUND)
SG2 (SENSOR
C16 GRN/YEL Sensor ground Less than 0.2 V at all times
GROUND)
Detects
ATPD (TRANSMISSION
transmission range In D: about 0 V In any position
C17 YEL/GRN RANGE SWITCH D
switch D position other than D: about 5.0 V
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POSITION)
signal
ATPFWD Detects
In D and S: about 0 V In any
(TRANSMISSION transmission range
C18 BLU/YEL position other than D and S:
RANGE SWITCH FWD switch D and S
about 5.0 V
POSITION) position signals
ATPRVS Detects
(TRANSMISSION transmission range In R: about 0 V In any position
C19 RED/WHT
RANGE SWITCH RVS switch R position other than R: about 5.0 V
POSITION) signal
With engine running in 1st and
SHA (SHIFT SOLENOID Drives shift 2nd gears: battery voltage With
C20 BLU/YEL
VALVE A) solenoid valve A engine running in any gear other
than 1st and 2nd: about 0 V
LSA (A/T CLUTCH Drives A/T clutch With ignition switch ON
C21 RED PRESSURE CONTROL pressure control (II)/vehicle in ON mode: current
SOLENOID VALVE A) solenoid valve A controlled
Detects
ATPR (TRANSMISSION
transmission range In R: about 0 V In any position
C25 WHT RANGE SWITCH R
switch R position other than R: more than 5.0 V
POSITION)
signal
PCM A/T Control System Inputs and Outputs at PCM connector C (o) (49P)
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Fig. 37: Identifying PCM Connector C (o) (49P) Connector End View
Terminal Wire
Terminal name Description Signal
number color
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Detects
ATPN (TRANSMISSION
transmission range In N: about 0 V In any position
C26 RED/BLK RANGE SWITCH N
switch N position other than N: battery voltage
POSITION)
signal
OP2SW (TRANSMISSION Detects
FLUID PRESSURE transmission fluid  Without 2nd clutch
C27 BLU/BLK pressure: battery voltage
SWITCH A (2ND pressure switch A
CLUTCH)) (2nd clutch) signal  With 2nd clutch pressure:
about 0 V
With engine running in 1st, 2nd,
and 3rd gears: battery voltage
SHB (SHIFT SOLENOID Drives shift
C28 BLU/RED With engine running in any gear
VALVE B) solenoid valve B
other than 1st, 2nd, and 3rd:
about 0 V
FLUID PRESSURE transmission fluid  Without 6th clutch
C31 WHT/BLK pressure: battery voltage
SWITCH E (6TH pressure switch E
CLUTCH)) (6th clutch) signal  With 6th clutch pressure:
about 0 V
TATF(ATF (II)/vehicle in ON mode: about
Detects ATF
C33 BLU/YEL TEMPERATURE 0.2- 4.0 V (about 1.8 V at
temperature signal
SENSOR) operating temperature,
depending on ATF temperature)
Detects line
OPPLSW (LINE
C35 WHT/BLU pressure switch  Without line pressure:
PRESSURE SWITCH)
signal battery voltage
 With line pressure: about
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0V
FLUID PRESSURE transmission fluid  Without 4th clutch
C37 BLU/YEL pressure: battery voltage
SWITCH C (4TH pressure switch C
CLUTCH)) (4th clutch) signal  With 4th clutch pressure:
about 0 V
FLUID PRESSURE transmission fluid  Without 3rd clutch
C38 BLU/WHT pressure: battery voltage
SWITCH B (3RD pressure switch B
CLUTCH)) (3rd clutch) signal  With 3rd clutch pressure:
about 0 V
Ground circuit for
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C41 BRN/YEL LG1 (LOGIC GROUND) Less than 0.2 V at all times
PCM
ATPS (TRANSMISSION Detects
In S: about 0 V In any position
C46 RED RANGE SWITCH S transmission switch
other than S: about 5.0 V
POSITION) S position signal
HYDRAULIC CONTROLS
The valve bodies include the main valve body, the regulator valve body, the secondary valve body, the stator
shaft support, and the manual valve body. The ATF pump is driven by splines on the end of the torque converter
which is attached to the engine. Fluid flows through the main regulator valve to maintain specified pressure
through the manual valve body, directing pressure to each of the clutches. The hydraulic control body is
attached to the secondary valve body, which includes the main shift hydraulic circuit, the solenoid valves, the
hydraulic pressure switches, etc. to shorten the fluid passage and optimize the hydraulic pressure. The
secondary valve body has shift solenoid valves A and B, line pressure solenoid valve A, the line pressure
switch, transmission fluid pressure switch B (3rd clutch), transmission fluid pressure switch E (6th clutch), and
automatic transmission (A/T) clutch pressure control solenoid valves A, B, C, and D, and is mounted to the
transmission housing. Shift solenoid valve C is mounted to the torque converter housing.
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Fig. 38: Identifying Hydraulic Controls And Related Components Of Automatic Transmission
Main Valve Body
The main valve body contains shift valve C, the D inhibitor valve, the reverse inhibitor valve, the lock-up shift
valve, the lubrication regulator valve, the lubrication shift valve, the ATF pump drive gear, and the ATF pump
driven gear. The primary function of the main valve body is to switch hydraulic pressure ON and OFF to
control the hydraulic control system.
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Fig. 39: Identifying Main Valve Body And Related Components
Regulator Valve Body
The regulator valve body is located on the main valve body. The regulator valve body contains the main
regulator valve, the cooler relief valve, the torque converter regulator valve, the lock-up control valve, the shift
fork shaft, and the 4th accumulator.
Fig. 40: Identifying Regulator Valve Body And Related Components

Main Regulator Valve
The main regulator valve maintains constant hydraulic pressure from the ATF pump to the hydraulic control
system, while also providing fluid to the torque converter and the lubrication system. Fluid from ATF pump
flows through the 1 cavity and the 1' cavity of the main regulator valve. Then the fluid entered in the 1' cavity
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pushes the main regulator valve to the spring side, this movement uncovers the fluid ports to the torque
converter and the lubrication system on the main regulator valve. The fluid flows out to the torque converter
and the lubrication system, then the main regulator valve returns under spring force when the pressure in the 1'
cavity of the main regulator valve is lowered below that in the 1 cavity, which covers the fluid ports to the
torque converter and the lubrication system. According to the level of the hydraulic pressure through the V
cavity, the position of the main regulator valve changes, and the amount of fluid from the 1 cavity through the
torque converter changes. This operation is continued maintaining the line pressure.
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Fig. 41: Main Regulator Valve Operation Diagram
Line Pressure Control during Low Loading
Both in D or S under low engine load condition after warming up the engine and in all ranges (P, R, N, D, or S)
under the low ATF temperature condition, the PCM operates line pressure solenoid valve A, and switches the
line pressure to a pressure that is lower than normal. This operation can reduce the friction in the transmission.
Fig. 42: Line Pressure Control Graph During Low Loading

The PCM turns line pressure solenoid valve A ON, and applies the hydraulic pressure to the PLA' cavity on the
main regulator valve. When hydraulic pressure is applied to the PLA' cavity, the main regulator valve is pushed
to the spring side. This operation reduces the drain port of the main regulator valve, and causes the line pressure
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to be lower than normal.
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Fig. 43: Line Pressure Control During Low Loading Operation Diagram
Line Pressure Control during High Loading
Increases in hydraulic pressure according to torque are regulated by the main regulator valve using stator torque
reaction. The stator shaft is splined to the stator in the torque converter, and the stator shaft arm end contacts the
regulator spring cap. When the vehicle is accelerating or climbing (torque converter range), stator torque
reaction occurs on the stator shaft, and the stator shaft arm pushes the regulator spring cap in the direction of the
arrow in proportion to the reaction. The stator reaction spring compresses, and the main regulator valve moves
to increase the line pressure which is regulated by the main regulator valve. The line pressure reaches its
maximum pressure when the stator torque reaction reaches its maximum position.
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Secondary Valve Body
The secondary valve body contains the main shift hydraulic circuit, the solenoid valves, the hydraulic pressure
switches, etc. The secondary valve body consists of shift solenoid valves A and B, line pressure solenoid valve
A, A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valves A, B, C, and D, shift valves A and B, the A/T clutch pressure
control solenoid valve A accumulator, the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B accumulator, the A/T
clutch pressure control solenoid valve C accumulator, the line pressure switch, transmission fluid pressure
switch B (3rd clutch), and transmission fluid pressure switch E (6th clutch). The secondary valve body is
mounted on the transmission housing.
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Fig. 45: Identifying Secondary Valve Body And Related Components
Manual Valve Body
The manual valve body is located on the main valve body; it contains the 1st accumulator and the manual valve.
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Fig. 46: Identifying Manual Valve Body And Related Components

HYDRAULIC FLOW
Distribution of Hydraulic Pressure
As the engine turns, the ATF pump starts to operate. Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) is drawn through the
ATF strainer (filter) and discharged into the hydraulic circuit. Then, ATF flowing from the ATF pump becomes
line pressure that is regulated by the main regulator valve. Torque converter pressure from the main regulator
valve is regulated by the torque converter regulator valve and then flows to the torque converter. The torque
converter regulator valve prevents torque converter pressure from rising. Line pressure also becomes torque
converter clutch pressure that is regulated by the lock-up control valve, and flows to the torque converter clutch.
The PCM switches shift solenoid valves ON and OFF, and it controls the shift solenoid pressure to the shift
valves. Applying shift solenoid pressure to the shift valves moves the position of the shift valve, and switches
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the port of hydraulic pressure. The PCM also controls A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valves A, B, C, and
D. The A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valves regulate hydraulic pressure, and applies the pressure to the
clutch. When shifting between gears, the clutches are engaged by the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve
pressures. The PCM actuates the shift solenoid valves to move the position of the shift valves. This movement
switches the fluid flow to each clutch. Shifting is completed after the clutch is engaged by the A/T clutch
pressure control solenoid valve pressures.
HYDRAULIC PRESSURE AT PORT FOR USE IN HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT

Port No. Hydraulic Pressure
1 Line
1' Line
3 Line
3' Line
3A A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D
3B Line
3C Line
4 Line
4' Line
4" Line
7 Line
4A Line
4B Line
5A A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D
5B A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C
SA Shift solenoid valve A
SB Shift solenoid valve B
SC Shift solenoid valve C
PLA Line pressure solenoid valve A
PLA' Line pressure solenoid valve A
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PLA" Line pressure solenoid valve A

10 1st clutch
20 2nd clutch
30 3rd clutch
40 4th clutch
50 5th clutch
60 6th clutch
55 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A
56 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B
57 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C
58 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D
58' A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D
58" A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D
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91 Torque converter
92 Torque converter
92' Torque converter
92" Torque converter
93 ATF cooler
93' ATF cooler
93" ATF cooler
94 Torque converter
95 Lubrication
95' Lubrication
96 Torque converter
96' Torque converter
96" Torque converter
99 Suction
X Drain
HX High position drain
AX Air drain
Shifting to N from R
Line pressure (1) regulated by the main regulator valve flows to the shift solenoid valves. The PCM switches
the shift solenoid valves ON and OFF. The conditions of the shift solenoid valves and the positions of the shift
valves are as follows:
 Shift solenoid valve A is ON, and opens shift solenoid valve A pressure port (SA); shift valve A is moved
to the right side by hydraulic pressure (SA) from shift solenoid valve A.
 When shifting to N from R, shift solenoid valve B is OFF, and closes shift solenoid valve B pressure port
(SB); shift valve B remains on the left side under a spring force, and shift valve C is moved to the left
side by hydraulic pressure (4B) that is applied from shift valve A through shift valve B.
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 When shifting to N from R, shift solenoid valve C is ON, and opens shift solenoid valve C pressure port
(SC); the reverse inhibitor valve is moved to the left side by hydraulic pressure (SC) from shift solenoid
valve C.
 The manual valve covers the ports leading pressure to the clutches in N, and hydraulic pressure is not
applied to the clutches.
NOTE: When used, "left" or "right" indicates direction on the hydraulic circuit.
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Fig. 47: Automatic Transmission Power Flow Diagram (Shifting To N From R)
Shifting to N from D
Line pressure (1) regulated by the main regulator valve flows to the shift solenoid valves. The PCM switches
the shift solenoid valves ON and OFF. The conditions of the shift solenoid valves and the positions of the shift
valves are as follows:
 Shift solenoid valve A is ON, and opens shift solenoid valve A pressure port (SA); shift valve A is moved
to the right side by hydraulic pressure (SA) from shift solenoid valve A.
 When shifting to N from D, shift solenoid valve B is ON, and opens shift solenoid valve B pressure port
(SB); shift valve B is moved to the right side by hydraulic pressure (SB) from shift solenoid valve B, and
shift valve C is moved to the right side by a spring force.
 When shifting to N from D, shift solenoid valve C is OFF, and closes shift solenoid valve C pressure port
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(SC); the reverse inhibitor valve is moved to the right side by a spring force.
 The manual valve covers the ports leading pressure to the clutches in N, and hydraulic pressure is not
applied to the clutches.
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Fig. 48: Automatic Transmission Power Flow Diagram (Shifting To N From D)
Shifting to D and S from N
When shifting to D or S from N, the condition of shift solenoid valves A and B remains the same as in N, and
the manual valve moves to the D position. Line pressure (4) from the manual valve is applied to the shift valve
C line pressure port (4) and the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valves A pressure port (4) and B pressure
port (4). As shift solenoid valve A is ON and shift solenoid valve B is OFF, the line pressure (4A) from shift
valve A applies to the shift valve C pressure port (4B) through shift valve B (4A, 4B). Shift valve C remains on
the left side by the hydraulic pressure (4B) from shift valve B. Immediately after moving the shift lever to D or
S from N, A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D operates to apply A/T clutch pressure control solenoid
valve D pressure (58) to the 1st clutch through lock-up shift valve pressure ports (58, 58'), shift valve C pressure
ports (58', 3B), manual valve pressure ports (3B, 5A), and shift valve C pressure ports (5A, 10). A/T clutch
pressure control solenoid valve D gently applies hydraulic pressure to the 1st clutch, which avoids generating
shock while in gear.
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Fig. 49: Automatic Transmission Power Flow Diagram (Shifting To D And S From N)
Driving in 1st gear
The PCM turns shift solenoid valves A and B ON in 1st gear. Shift solenoid valve B is turned ON from OFF to
apply the shift solenoid valve B pressure (SB) to shift valve B. Shift valve B is moved to the right side by the
shift solenoid valve B pressure (SB) to close the line pressure port (4B) leading to shift valve C. As the line
pressure (4B) from shift valve B is not applied to shift valve C, shift valve C is moved to the right side by a
spring force to connect the line pressure port (4) on shift valve C and the 1st clutch pressure port (10). With this
shift valve C movement, the line pressure (4) from the manual valve becomes 1st clutch pressure (10) at shift
valve C, and flows to the 1st clutch. Then the 1st clutch is engaged by 1st clutch pressure (10).
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Fig. 50: Automatic Transmission Power Flow Diagram (Driving In 1st Gear)
Driving in 2nd gear
The condition of shift solenoid valves A and B in 2nd gear remains the same as in 1st gear, which turns shift
solenoid valves A and B ON. As the speed of the vehicle reaches the programmed value, the PCM activates A/T
clutch pressure control solenoid valve A, and applies CPC pressure (55) to shift valve A. Shift valve A remains
on the right side as with the 1st gear. The CPC pressure (55) from A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A
becomes 2nd clutch pressure (20) at shift valve A, and flows to the 2nd clutch. Then the 2nd clutch is engaged
by 2nd clutch pressure (20). The 1st clutch is also engaged, but since the rotation speed of the countershaft
exceeds that of 1st gear, no power is transmitted because the one-way clutch causes 1st gear to free-wheel.
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Fig. 51: Automatic Transmission Power Flow Diagram (Driving In 2nd Gear)
Driving in 3rd gear
The PCM turns shift solenoid valve A OFF and shift solenoid valve B ON in 3rd gear. As the speed of the
vehicle reaches the programmed value, the PCM activates A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B, and
applies CPC pressure (56) to the shift valve B pressure port (56). Shift valve B remains on the right side as with
the 1st gear. The CPC pressure (56) from A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B becomes 3rd clutch
pressure (30) at shift valve B, and flows to the 3rd clutch. Then the 3rd clutch is engaged by 3rd clutch pressure
(30). 1st clutch is also engaged, but since the rotation speed of the countershaft exceeds that of 1st gear, no
power is transmitted because the one-way clutch causes 1st gear to free-wheel.
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Fig. 52: Automatic Transmission Power Flow Diagram (Driving In 3rd Gear)
Driving in 4th gear
The PCM turns shift solenoid valves A OFF and shift solenoid valve B ON and OFF (depending on the shift
map) in 4th gear. As the speed of the vehicle reaches the programmed value, the PCM activates A/T clutch
pressure control solenoid valve C, and applies CPC pressure (57) to the shift valve C pressure port (57). As the
line pressure (4B) from shift valve B is not applied to shift valve C, shift valve C is moved to the right side by a
spring force to connect the CPC pressure port (57) on shift valve C and the line pressure port (5B) leading to the
reverse inhibitor valve. Since reverse inhibitor valve also remains on the right side under a line pressure (4), it
connects the CPC pressure port (5B) from shift valve C on the reverse inhibitor valve to the pressure port (40)
leading to the 4th clutch. With this shift valve C and the reverse inhibitor valve operations, the CPC pressure
(57) flows from the reverse inhibitor valve pressure port (5B, 40) to the 4th clutch through shift valve C
pressure ports (57, 5B). Then the 4th clutch is engaged by 4th clutch pressure (40). 1st clutch is also engaged,
but since the rotation speed of the countershaft exceeds that of 1st gear, no power is transmitted because the
one-way clutch causes 1st gear to free-wheel.
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Fig. 53: Automatic Transmission Power Flow Diagram (Driving In 4th Gear)
Driving in 5th gear
The condition of shift solenoid valves A and B in 5th gear remains the same as in 4th gear, which turns shift
solenoid valve A OFF and shift solenoid valve B ON and OFF (depending on the shift map). As the speed of the
vehicle reaches the programmed value, the PCM activates A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A, and
applies CPC pressure (55) to the shift valve A pressure port (55). As shift solenoid valve A remains OFF, shift
valve A is moved to the left side by a spring force, to connect the CPC pressure port (55) on shift valve A and
the 5th clutch pressure port (50). With this shift valve A movement, the CPC pressure (55) becomes 5th clutch
pressure (50) at shift valve A, and flows to the 5th clutch. Then the 5th clutch is engaged by 5th clutch pressure
(50). 1st clutch is also engaged, but since the rotation speed of the countershaft exceeds that of 1st gear, no
power is transmitted because the one-way clutch causes 1st gear to free-wheel.
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Driving in 6th gear
The PCM turns shift solenoid valves A and B OFF in 6th gear. As the speed of the vehicle reaches the
programmed value, the PCM activates A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B, and applies CPC pressure
(56) to the shift valve B pressure port (56). As shift solenoid valve B remains OFF, shift valve B is moved to the
left side by a spring force, to connect the CPC pressure port (56) on shift valve B and the 6th clutch pressure
port (60). With this shift valve B movement, the CPC pressure (56) becomes 6th clutch pressure (60) at shift
valve B, and flows to the 6th clutch. Then the 6th clutch is engaged by 6th clutch pressure (60). 1st clutch is
also engaged, but since the rotation speed of the countershaft exceeds that of 1st gear, no power is transmitted
because the one-way clutch causes 1st gear to free-wheel.
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Shifting to R from N
The vehicle is moved backward by engaging the 4th clutch. When shifting to R from N, shift solenoid valve A
turns ON, shift solenoid valve B turns OFF, and shift solenoid valve C turns ON, and the manual valve moves
to the R position. Line pressure (3) from the manual valve is applied to the shift valve C line pressure port (3)
and the reverse inhibitor valve line pressure port (3). Reverse inhibitor valve is moved to the left side by the
shift solenoid valve C pressure (SC) to connect the line pressure port (3C) from the shift fork shaft on the
reverse inhibitor valve and the 4th clutch pressure port (40) leading to the 4th clutch. As the line pressure (1,
4A) flows from shift valve A to the shift valve C line pressure port (4B) through shift valve B (4A, 4B), shift
valve C is moved to the left side. Immediately after moving the shift lever to R from N, A/T clutch pressure
control solenoid valve D operates to apply the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D pressure (58) to the
4th clutch through lock-up shift valve pressure ports (58, 58'), shift valve C pressure ports (58', 3B), manual
valve pressure ports (3B, 3A), shift fork shaft pressure ports (3A, 3C), and reverse inhibitor valve pressure ports
(3C, 40). Then, A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D gently applies hydraulic pressure to the 4th clutch,
which avoids generating shock while in gear.
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Fig. 56: Automatic Transmission Power Flow Diagram (Shifting To R From N)
Driving in R
The vehicle is moved backward by engaging the 4th clutch and reversing the mainshaft rotation with the reverse
idler gear. Shift solenoid valves A and B remain OFF, and shift solenoid valve C turns ON when the vehicle
moving backward. As shift solenoid valves A and B remain OFF, shift valve C is moved to the right side by a
spring force to connect the line pressure port (3) on shift valve C and the line pressure port (3B) leading to the
reverse inhibitor valve. The reverse inhibitor valve is moved to the left side by the shift solenoid valve C
pressure (SC) to connect the line pressure port (3C) from the shift fork shaft on the reverse inhibitor valve and
the 4th clutch pressure port (40) leading to the 4th clutch. The line pressure (3) from the manual valve is also
applied to the shift fork shaft line pressure port (31) through the reverse inhibitor valve line pressure ports (3,
3'), which moves the shift fork shaft to the right side, and connects the port (3A) from the manual valve on the
shift fork shaft to the line pressure port (3C) leading to the reverse inhibitor valve. With this shift valve C,
reverse inhibitor valve, and shift fork shaft movement, the line pressure (3C) becomes 4th clutch pressure (40)
at the reverse inhibitor valve, and flows to the 4th clutch. Then the 4th clutch is engaged by 4th clutch pressure
(40).
Reverse Inhibitor Control
When R is selected while the vehicle is moving forward at speeds over 6 mph (10 km/h), the PCM commands
shift solenoid valve C to remain OFF so that shift solenoid valve C pressure (SC) is not applied to the reverse
inhibitor valve. Line pressure (3) stops at the reverse inhibitor valve, and is not applied to the shift fork shaft.
This control does not switch to the hydraulic circuit leading to reverse while the vehicle is moving forward at
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speeds over 6 mph (10 km/h).
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Fig. 57: Automatic Transmission Power Flow Diagram (Driving In R)
LOCK-UP SYSTEM
The lock-up mechanism operates in D (during accelerating: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th gears/during
decelerating: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th gears), S with automatic shift mode (during accelerating: 1st, 2nd, 3rd,
4th, and 5th gears/during decelerating: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th gears), and S with sequential sportshift mode
(during accelerating: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th gears/during decelerating: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th gears).
The pressurized fluid is supplied through a lock-up fluid passage in the torque converter, causing the torque
converter clutch in the torque converter to be engaged. As this takes place, the mainshaft rotates at the same
speed as the engine crankshaft. The PCM controls the shift solenoid valve C pressure and A/T clutch pressure
control solenoid valve D pressure to optimize the lock-up timing and the amount of the lock-up. The shift
solenoid C pressure operates the lock-up shift valve to switch the lock-up ON and OFF. The A/T clutch
pressure control solenoid valve D pressure operates the lock-up control valve to control the degree of lock-up.
Torque Converter Clutch Lock-Up ON (Engaging Torque Converter Clutch)
The fluid pressure is applied to the lock-up fluid passage (94) in the torque converter, causing the torque
converter clutch in the torque converter to be engaged and then the turbine and the torque converter cover to be
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engaged. The mainshaft rotates at the same speed as the engine crankshaft when the torque converter clutch in
the torque converter is engaged.
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Fig. 58: Identifying Torque Converter Clutch Lock-Up ON
Torque Converter Clutch Lock-Up OFF (Disengaging Torque Converter Clutch)
When the fluid pressure to the lock-up fluid passage (94) in the torque converter is blocked, the torque
converter clutch in the torque converter is released. The turbine and the torque converter cover are also released
at this time, causing the mainshaft and the engine crankshaft to rotate at a different speed.
Fig. 59: Identifying Torque Converter Clutch Lock-Up OFF

SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM
The shift lock system prevents the shift lever from moving unless certain conditions are met. The shift lock
solenoid is normally OFF. After starting the engine in P, the shift lever cannot move to any other position
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because the shift lock stop stops the lock pin. When the brake pedal is pressed and the accelerator pedal is not
pressed, the PCM commands the shift lock solenoid is ON; the shift lock solenoid plunger pulls the shift lock
stop to release the lock pin. Pressing the shift lever button allows the shift lever to move to any other position.
When the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are pressed at the same time, the PCM does not command the
solenoid ON and the shift lock system remains locked.
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Fig. 60: Identifying Shift Lock Solenoid
When the shift lock system does not operate due to mechanical or electrical problem, you can unlock the shift
lock temporarily by inserting the ignition key into the shift lock release hole and pressing the shift lock release.
When the shift lock release is pressed, the shift lock stop releases the lock pin, and the shift lever can move to
any other position.
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Fig. 61: Identifying Shift Lock System
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Fig. 62: Automatic Transmission System - Circuit Diagram (1 Of 2)
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Fig. 63: Automatic Transmission System - Circuit Diagram (2 Of 2)
DTC TROUBLESHOOTING
DTC P0705: SHORT IN TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH CIRCUIT (MULTIPLE SHIFT-
POSITION INPUT)
NOTE:  Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot
with the HDS, and review the General Troubleshooting Information (see
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GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION ).

 This code is caused by an electrical circuit problem and cannot be caused
by a mechanical problem in the transmission.
2. Compare the ATPP, ATPR, ATPN, ATPD, ATPS, ATPFWD, and ATPRVS inputs with the HDS to the
following table, in each shift lever position.
ATP P ATP R ATP N ATP D ATP S ATP FWD ATP RVS

P o X X X X X X
R X o X X X X o
N X X o X X X X
D X X X o X o X
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S X X X X o o X
o: ON
X: OFF
Do the transmission range switch signals match?
YES - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time.
NO - Go to step 3.
table in step 2, in each shift lever position.
Are any transmission range switch signals ON in all shift lever positions?
YES - Go to step 9.
NO - Record the input that did not indicate ON, then go to step 4.
5. Disconnect the transmission range switch connector.
6. Connect the transmission range switch connector terminal which incorrectly indicates ON in step 3 to
body ground with a jumper wire.
table in step 2.
Do multiple transmission range switch signals indicate ON?
YES - Repair a short in the wires between the transmission range switch and the PCM, refer to the
following table.
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NO - Replace the transmission range switch (see TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH

REPLACEMENT).

PCM A16 C25 C26 C17 C46 C18 C19
Transmission Range Switch 7 8 4 9 10 5 1
12. Check the transmission range switch signal that remained ON with the HDS.
Does any transmission range switch signals remain ON?
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YES - Go to step 13.
NO - Replace the transmission range switch (see TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH

REPLACEMENT ).
14. Check for continuity to body ground in the circuit that remained ON in step 2.
Does the circuit that indicated ON have continuity to ground?
YES - Repair a short to body ground in the wire between the corresponding transmission range switch
connector terminal and the PCM.
NO - Update the PCM if it does not have the latest software (see ECM/PCM UPDATE ). If the PCM
was updated, replace the PCM (see ECM/PCM REPLACEMENT ).
DTC P0706: OPEN IN TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH CIRCUIT
1. Make sure the shift cable is adjusted properly (see SHIFT CABLE ADJUSTMENT ).
following table, in each shift lever position.

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p o X X X X X X
R X o X X X X o
N X X o X X X X
D X X X o X o X
S X X X X o o X
o: ON
X: OFF
Do the transmission range switch signals match?
NO - Go to step 4.
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table in step 3, in each shift lever position.
Do all signals remain OFF?
NO - Record the input that did not indicate ON, then go to step 5.
7. Connect the transmission range switch connector terminal which did not indicate ON in step 4 to body
ground with a jumper wire.
9. Check the transmission range switch signal that did not indicate ON with the HDS.
Does the transmission range switch signal indicate ON?
YES - Replace the transmission range switch (see TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH
REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Go to step 10.
12. Disconnect PCM connector A (49P) or C (49P).
13. Check for continuity between the transmission range switch connector terminal and the PCM connector
terminal of the input which indicated OFF. Refer to the following table.

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PCM A16 C25 C26 C17 C46 C18 C19

Transmission Range Switch 7 8 4 9 10 5 1
Is there continuity?
YES - Update the PCM if it does not have the latest software (see ECM/PCM UPDATE ). If the PCM
was updated, replace the PCM (see ECM/PCM REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Repair an open in the wire between the corresponding transmission range switch connector terminal
and the PCM.
16. Check for continuity between transmission range switch connector terminal No. 6 and body ground.
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Fig. 64: Checking Continuity Between Transmission Range Switch Connector Terminal No. 6 And
Body Ground
REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Repair an open in the wire between the transmission range switch and body ground (G101) (see
CONNECTOR TO FUSE/RELAY BOX INDEX ), or repair poor body ground (G101).
DTC P0711: PROBLEM IN ATF TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT
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2. Check the ATF Temperature with the HDS in the A/T Data List.
Does the ATF Temperature indicate - 4°F (- 20°C) or below?
YES - Go to step 3.
NO - Go to step 5.
3. Start the engine, and warm it up to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).
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Does the ATF Temperature remain - 4°F (- 20°C) or below?
YES - Replace the ATF temperature sensor (see ATF TEMPERATURE SENSOR
REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 8.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. If there is an abnormal temperature rise in the
ATF temperature sensor, go to step 16.
Does the ATF Temperature exceed 230°F (110°C)?
YES - Go to step 6.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time.
6. Let the engine cool until the Engine Coolant Temperature reads 122°F (50°C) or below with the HDS in
the A/T Data List.
Does the ATF Temperature remain 230°F (110°C) or higher?
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. If there is an abnormal decrease in temperature of
the ATF temperature sensor, go to step 16.
9. Clear the DTC with the HDS.
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allow the engine coolant to cool down to outside air temperature.
12. With SH-AWD: Raise the vehicle on a lift, make sure it is securely supported, and allow all four wheels
to rotate freely.
Without SH-AWD: Block the rear wheels, and raise the front of the vehicle, make sure it is securely
supported, and allow the front wheels to rotate freely, or raise the vehicle on a lift.
for 20 seconds, then start the engine. Warm the engine up to normal operating temperature (the radiator
fan comes on). Start off in D, accelerate with the throttle opened at least 4 degrees, and run the vehicle at
speeds over 19 mph (30 km/h) for at least 5 minutes. Or test-drive the vehicle for at least 20 seconds
while the ATF temperature reads - 4°F to 230°F (- 20°C to 110°C) by monitoring with the HDS.
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Slowdown, and stop the wheels.
Is DTC P0711 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals between the ATF temperature sensor and the PCM,
then go to step 1.
NO - Go to step 15.
15. Monitor the OBD STATUS for P0711 in the DTCs MENU with the HDS.
Does the HDS indicate PASSED?
YES - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Pending or Confirmed DTCs were found in step 14, go
to the indicated DTC'S TROUBLESHOOTING.
NO - If the HDS indicates FAILED, check for poor connections and loose terminals at the ATF
temperature sensor and the PCM, then go to step 1. If the HDS indicates NOT COMPLETED, go to step
10.
16. Update the PCM if it does not have the latest software (see ECM/PCM UPDATE ), or substitute a
known-good PCM (see SUBSTITUTING THE ECM/PCM ).
allow the engine coolant to cool down to outside air temperature.
to rotate freely.
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for 20 seconds, then start the engine. Warm the engine up to normal operating temperature (the radiator
fan comes on). Start off in D, accelerate with the throttle opened at least 4 degrees, and run the vehicle at
speeds over 19 mph (30 km/h) for at least 5 minutes. Or test-drive the vehicle for at least 20 seconds
while the ATF temperature reads - 4°F to 230°F (- 20°C to 110°C) by monitoring with the HDS. Slow
down, and stop the wheels.
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals between the ATF temperature sensor and the PCM.
If the PCM was updated, substitute a known-good PCM (see SUBSTITUTING THE ECM/PCM ), then
go to step 17. If the PCM was substituted, go to step 1.
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NO - Go to step 22.
YES - If the PCM was updated, troubleshooting is complete. If the PCM was substituted, replace the
original PCM (see ECM/PCM REPLACEMENT ). If any other Pending or Confirmed DTCs were
indicated in step 21, go to the indicated DTC'S TROUBLESHOOTING.
NO - If the HDS indicates FAILED, check for poor connections or loose terminals between the ATF
temperature sensor and the PCM. If the PCM was updated, substitute a known-good PCM (see
SUBSTITUTING THE ECM/PCM ), then go to step 17. If the PCM was substituted, go to step 1. If the
HDS indicates NOT COMPLETED, go to step 17.
DTC P0712: SHORT IN ATF TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT
2. Check the ATF Temp Sensor (V) with the HDS in the A/T Data List.
Is the ATF Temp Sensor (V) 0.07 V or less?
YES - Go to step 3.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for an intermittent short to body ground in
the wire between the ATF temperature sensor and the PCM.
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4. Disconnect the ATF temperature sensor connector.
Is the ATF Temp Sensor (V) 0.07 V or less?
YES - Go to step 7.
NO - Replace the ATF temperature sensor (see ATF TEMPERATURE SENSOR REPLACEMENT ),
then go to step 11.
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9. Disconnect PCM connector C (49P).
10. Check for continuity between ATF temperature sensor connector terminal No. 2 and body ground.
Fig. 65: Checking Continuity Between ATF Temperature Sensor Connector Terminal No. 2 And
Body Ground
YES - Repair a short to body ground in the wire between PCM connector terminal C33 and ATF
temperature sensor connector terminal No. 2, then go to step 11.
NO - Go to step 17.
11. Reconnect all connectors.

14. Start the engine in P, and wait for at least 20 seconds.
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YES - Check for an intermittent short to body ground in the wire between the ATF temperature sensor
and the PCM, then go to step 1.
NO - Go to step 16.
YES - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Pending or Confirmed DTCs were indicated in step 15,
go to the indicated DTC'S TROUBLESHOOTING.
NO - If the HDS indicates FAILED, check for an intermittent short to body ground in the wire between
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the ATF temperature sensor and the PCM, then go to step 1. If the HDS indicates NOT COMPLETED,
go to step 14.

YES - Check for an intermittent short to body ground in the wire between the ATF temperature sensor
and the PCM. If the PCM was updated, substitute a known-good PCM (see SUBSTITUTING THE
ECM/PCM ), then go to step 19. If the PCM was substituted, go to step 1.
NO - Go to step 21.
NO - If the HDS indicates FAILED, check for an intermittent short to body ground in the wire between
the ATF temperature sensor and the PCM. If the PCM was updated, substitute a known-good PCM (see
DTC P0713: OPEN IN ATF TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT

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Does the ATF Temp Sensor (V) exceed 4.93 V?
YES - Go to step 3.
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NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals
between the ATF temperature sensor and the PCM.
4. Disconnect the ATF temperature sensor connector.
5. Connect ATF temperature sensor connector terminal No. 2 to body ground with a jumper wire.
Fig. 66: Identifying ATF Temperature Sensor Connector Terminal No. 2 Connection With Body
Ground Using Jumper Wire
Does the ATF Temp Sensor (V) drop to 0.07 V or less?
YES - Go to step 8.
NO - Go to step 13.
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9. Remove the jumper wire.

10. Connect ATF temperature sensor connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2 with a jumper wire.
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Fig. 67: Identifying ATF Temperature Sensor Connector Terminals No. 1 And No. 2 Connection
Using Jumper Wire
Does the ATF Temp Sensor (V) remain 0.07 V or less?
NO - Repair an open in the wire between PCM connector terminal C16 and the ATF temperature sensor
connector terminal No. 1, then go to step 17.
16. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal C33 and ATF temperature sensor connector
terminal No. 2.
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Fig. 68: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector Terminal C33 And Atf Temperature
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Sensor Connector Terminal No. 2
If the connections are OK, go to step 23.
NO - Repair an open in the wire between PCM connector terminal C33 and ATF temperature sensor
connector terminal No. 2, then go to step 17.

YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals between the ATF temperature sensor and the PCM,
then go to step 1.
NO - Go to step 22.
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temperature sensor and the PCM, then go to step 1. If the HDS indicates NOT COMPLETED, go to step
20.

If the PCM was updated, substitute a known-good PCM (see SUBSTITUTING THE ECM/PCM ), then
go to step 25. If the PCM was substituted, go to step 1.
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NO - Go to step 27.
temperature sensor and the PCM. If the PCM was updated, substitute a known-good PCM (see
SUBSTITUTING THE ECM/PCM ) then go to step 25. If the PCM was substituted, go to step 1. If the
DTC P0714: ATF TEMPERATURE SENSOR INTERMITTENT FAILURE
 An engine block heater must not be used.
2. Check the following parameters with the HDS:
 ATF Temperature in the A/T Data List
 ECT Sensor 2 in the PGM-FI Data List
Do the ATF Temperature and ECT Sensor 2 read the same as the ambient air temperature?
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YES - Go to step 6.
NO - Go to step 3.
3. Record the value of the ATF Temperature in the A/T Data List with the HDS.
wait for at least 30 minutes.
5. Compare the current ATF Temperature to the ATF Temperature recorded in step 3.
Did the ATF Temperature change?
YES - Leave the engine off for at least 6 hours, then go to step 6.
NO - Replace the ATF temperature sensor (see ATF TEMPERATURE SENSOR REPLACEMENT ).
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6. Record the values of the ATF Temperature and ECT Sensor 2 with the HDS.
7. Compare the values of the ATF Temperature Sensor and ECT Sensor 2.
Is the value of the ATF Temperature Sensor higher than the value of ECT Sensor 2 by 58°F (32°C), or is
the value of the ATF Temperature Sensor lower than the value of ECT Sensor 2 by 43°F (24°C)?
REPLACEMENT ).
DTC P0716: PROBLEM IN INPUT SHAFT (MAINSHAFT) SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT; DTC P0721:
PROBLEM IN OUTPUT SHAFT (COUNTERSHAFT) SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT
to rotate freely.
4. Start the engine, disable the VSA by pressing the VSA OFF button, move the shift lever to D, and run the
vehicle with the engine speed above 2, 000 RPM for at least 10 seconds. Slow down, and stop the wheels.
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5. Check for pending or Confirmed DTCs with the HDS.
Is DTC P0718 or P0723 indicated?
YES - Go to the DTC P0718 TROUBLESHOOTING or the DTC P0723 TROUBLESHOOTING .
NO - Go to step 6.
YES - Go to step 7.
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7. Check the input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor or the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor for poor
connection and proper installation.
Are the connection and installation OK?
YES - Replace the input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor or the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor,
then go to step 8.
NO - Reinstall the speed sensor and connect the speed sensor connector, then go to step 8.
9. Clear the DTC with HDS.
vehicle with the engine speed above 2, 000 RPM for at least 10 seconds. Slow down, and stop the wheels.
YES - Go to step 1.
NO - Troubleshooting is complete.
DTC P0717: PROBLEM IN INPUT SHAFT (MAINSHAFT) SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT (NO SIGNAL
INPUT); DTC P0718: INPUT SHAFT (MAINSHAFT) SPEED SENSOR INTERMITTENT FAILURE
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to rotate freely.
vehicle with the engine speed above 2, 000 RPM. Compare the Input Shaft (Mainshaft) Speed and the
Output Shaft (Countershaft) Speed with the HDS in the A/T Data List. Slow down, and stop the wheels.
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Are the speeds about the same?
NO - Go to step 5.
6. Disconnect the input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor connector.
8. Measure the voltage between input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor connector terminal No. 1 and body
ground.
Fig. 69: Measuring Voltage Between Input Shaft Speed Sensor Connector Terminal No. 1 And
Body Ground
Is there about 5 V?
YES - Go to step 9.
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NO - Repair an open in the wire between PCM connector terminal C12 and the input shaft (mainshaft)
speed sensor, then go to step 15.
9. Measure the voltage between input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor connector terminal No. 2 and body
ground.
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Fig. 70: Measuring Voltage Between Input Shaft Speed Sensor Connector Terminal No. 2 And
Body Ground
Is there about 5 V?
NO - Go to step 11.
10. Check for continuity between input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor connector terminal No. 3 and body
ground.
Fig. 71: Checking Continuity Between Input Shaft Speed Sensor Connector Terminal No. 3 And
Body Ground
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YES - Replace the input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor (see INPUT SHAFT (MAINSHAFT) SPEED
SENSOR REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 15.
NO - Repair an open in the wire between the input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor connector and PCM
connector terminal C16, then go to step 15.
13. Disconnect PCM connector B (49P).
14. Check for continuity between input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor connector terminal No. 2 and body
ground.
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Fig. 72: Checking Continuity Between Input Shaft Speed Sensor Connector Terminal No. 2 And
Body Ground
YES - Repair a short to body ground in the wire between PCM connector terminal B37 and the input
shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor, then go to step 15.
NO - Repair an open in the wire between PCM connector terminal B37 and the input shaft (mainshaft)
speed sensor, then go to step 15.

YES - Troubleshooting is complete.

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NO - Replace the PCM (see ECM/PCM REPLACEMENT ).
DTC P0722: PROBLEM IN OUTPUT SHAFT (COUNTERSHAFT) SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT (NO
SIGNAL INPUT); DTC P0723: OUTPUT SHAFT (COUNTERSHAFT) SPEED SENSOR
INTERMITTENT FAILURE
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to rotate freely.
NO - Go to step 5.
6. Disconnect the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor connector.
8. Measure the voltage between output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor connector terminal No. 1 and body
ground.
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Fig. 73: Measuring Voltage Between Output Shaft Speed Sensor Connector Terminal No. 1 And
Body Ground
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Is there about 5 V?
YES - Go to step 9.
NO - Repair an open in the wire between PCM connector terminal B36 and the output shaft
(countershaft) speed sensor, then go to step 15.
9. Measure the voltage between output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor connector terminal No. 2 and body
ground.
Fig. 74: Measuring Voltage Between Output Shaft Speed Sensor Connector Terminal No. 2 And
Body Ground
Is there about 5 V?
NO - Go to step 11.
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10. Check for continuity between output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor connector terminal No. 3 and body
ground.
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Fig. 75: Checking Continuity Between Output Shaft Speed Sensor Connector Terminal No. 3 And
Body Ground
YES - Replace the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor (see OUTPUT SHAFT
(COUNTERSHAFT) SPEED SENSOR REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 15.
NO - Repair an open in the wire between the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor and PCM connector
terminal C15, then go to step 15.
14. Check for continuity between output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor connector terminal No. 2 and body
ground.
Fig. 76: Checking Continuity Between Output Shaft Speed Sensor Connector Terminal No. 2 And
Body Ground
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YES - Repair a short to body ground in the wire between PCM connector terminal B38 and the output
shaft (countershaft) speed sensor, then go to step 15.
NO - Repair an open in the wire between PCM connector terminal B38 and the output shaft
(countershaft) speed sensor, then go to step 15.

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YES - Troubleshooting is complete.
DTC P0729: PROBLEM IN 6TH CLUTCH AND 6TH CLUTCH HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT
3. Test-drive the vehicle in 6th gear in D for at least 12 seconds. Slow down, and stop the wheels.
YES - Go to step 5.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. If any other Pending or Confirmed DTCs were
indicated, go to the indicated DTC'S TROUBLESHOOTING.
5. Measure the 6th clutch pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ).
Is the 6th clutch pressure within the service limit?

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YES - Faulty 6th clutch. Replace the 3rd/6th clutch or the transmission. If you are replacing the 3rd/6th
clutch, clean off any metal debris or excessive clutch material inside the transmission, the ATF cooler, the
ATF hoses, the ATF pipes, and the hydraulic circuit. Then, replace the 3rd/6th clutch and the torque
converter.
NO - Go to step 6.
6. Measure the line pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ).
Is the line pressure within the service limits?
YES - Clogged 6th clutch hydraulic circuit. Clean the 6th clutch hydraulic circuit or replace the
transmission. If you are cleaning the 6th clutch hydraulic circuit, clean off any metal debris or excessive
clutch material inside the transmission, the ATF cooler, the ATF hoses, the ATF pipes, and the hydraulic
circuit. Then, replace the torque converter.
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NO - Faulty ATF pump or main regulator valve. Replace the main valve body (ATF pump), the regulator
valve body (main regulator valve), or the transmission. If you are replacing the main valve body or the
regulator valve body, clean off any metal debris or excessive clutch material inside the transmission, the
ATF cooler, the ATF hoses, the ATF pipes, and the hydraulic circuit. Then, replace the main valve body
or the regulator valve body and the torque converter.
DTC P0731: PROBLEM IN 1ST CLUTCH AND 1ST CLUTCH HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT
3. Test-drive the vehicle in 1st gear in D, at speeds over 7 mph (12 km/h), and for at least 12 seconds. Slow
YES - Go to step 5.
5. Measure the 1st clutch pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ).
Is the 1st clutch pressure within the service limit?
YES - Faulty 1st clutch. Replace the 1st clutch or the transmission. If you are replacing the 1st clutch,
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clean off any metal debris or excessive clutch material inside the transmission, the ATF cooler, the ATF
hoses, the ATF pipes, and the hydraulic circuit. Then, replace the 1st clutch and the torque converter.
NO - Go to step 6.
YES - Clogged 1st clutch hydraulic circuit. Clean the 1st clutch hydraulic circuit or replace the
transmission. If you are cleaning the 1st clutch hydraulic circuit, clean off any metal debris or excessive
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DTC P0732: PROBLEM IN 2ND CLUTCH AND 2ND CLUTCH HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT
3. Test-drive the vehicle in 2nd gear in D, at speeds over 7 mph (12 km/h), and for at least 12 seconds. Slow
YES - Go to step 5.
5. Measure the 2nd clutch pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ).
Is the 2nd clutch pressure within the service limit?
YES - Faulty 2nd clutch. Replace the 2nd/5th clutch or the transmission. If you are replacing the 2nd/5th
ATF hoses, the ATF pipes, and the hydraulic circuit. Then, replace the 2nd/5th clutch and the torque
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converter.
NO - Go to step 6.
YES - Clogged 2nd clutch hydraulic circuit. Clean the 2nd clutch hydraulic circuit or replace the
transmission. If you are cleaning the 2nd clutch hydraulic circuit, clean off any metal debris or excessive
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DTC P0733: PROBLEM IN 3RD CLUTCH AND 3RD CLUTCH HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT
3. Test-drive the vehicle in 3rd gear in D for at least 12 seconds. Slow down, and stop the wheels.
YES - Go to step 5.
5. Measure the 3rd clutch pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ).
Is the 3rd clutch pressure within the service limit?
YES - Faulty 3rd clutch. Replace the 3rd/6th clutch or the transmission. If you are replacing the 3rd/6th
ATF hoses, the ATF pipes, and the hydraulic circuit. Then, replace the 3rd/6th clutch and the torque
converter.
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NO - Go to step 6.
YES - Clogged 3rd clutch hydraulic circuit. Clean the 3rd clutch hydraulic circuit or replace the
transmission. If you are cleaning the 3rd clutch hydraulic circuit, clean off any metal debris or excessive
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YES - Go to step 5.
YES - Faulty 4th clutch. Replace the 4th clutch or the transmission. If you are replacing the 4th clutch,
clean off any metal debris or excessive clutch material inside the transmission, the ATF cooler, the ATF
hoses, the ATF pipes, and the hydraulic circuit. Then, replace the 4th clutch and the torque converter.
NO - Go to step 6.

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YES - Go to step 5.
YES - Faulty 5th clutch. Replace the 2nd/5th clutch or the transmission. If you are replacing the 2nd/5th
ATF hoses, the ATF pipes, and the hydraulic circuit. Then, replace the 2nd/5th clutch and the torque
converter.
NO - Go to step 6.

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DTC P0741: TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT STUCK OFF
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YES - Go to the DTC P0761 TROUBLESHOOTING.
NO - Go to step 3.
3. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).
4. Make sure that the transmission is filled to the proper level, and check for fluid leaks.
5. Drain the ATF (see ATF REPLACEMENT ) through a strainer. Inspect the strainer for metal debris or
excessive clutch material.
Does the strainer have metal debris or excessive clutch material?
YES - Replace the transmission.
NO - Replace the ATF (see ATF REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 6.
8. Test-drive the vehicle on a level road with a steady throttle at 60 mph (96 km/h) for at least 22 seconds, or
test-drive the vehicle for several minutes under the same conditions as those indicated by the freeze data.

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10. Select Clutch Pressure Control (Linear) Solenoid Valve D in the Miscellaneous Test Menu, and test A/T
clutch pressure control solenoid valve D with the HDS.
Does the HDS indicate NORMAL?
YES - If the HDS indicates NORMAL, go to step 11. If the HDS indicates failure other than A/T clutch
pressure control solenoid valve D, follow the instructions indicated on the HDS for the test result.
NO - Faulty A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D. Replace the secondary valve body (A/T clutch
pressure control solenoid valve D) (see SECONDARY VALVE BODY REPLACEMENT ).
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11. Measure the torque converter clutch pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ) while monitoring the A/T Shift
Sol VLV. C signal with the HDS.
Dose the torque converter clutch pressure rise when A/T Shift Sol VLV. C turns on?
YES - Faulty lock-up shift valve or lock-up control valve. Replace the main valve body (lock-up shift
valve), the regulator valve body (lock-up control valve), or the transmission. If you are replacing the main
valve body or the regulator valve body, clean off any metal debris or excessive clutch material inside the
transmission, the ATF cooler, the ATF hoses, the ATF pipes, and the hydraulic circuit. Then, replace the
main valve body or the regulator valve body and the torque converter.
NO - Faulty torque converter clutch. Replace the torque converter.
DTC P0746: A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A STUCK OFF
 If DTC P0746 is stored in the PCM, the transmission does not shift to any
gear other than 3rd or 4th gear because of the fail-safe function.

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6. Select Clutch Pressure Control (Linear) Solenoid Valve A in the Miscellaneous Test Menu, and test A/T
clutch pressure control solenoid valve A with the HDS.
NO - Faulty A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A. Replace the secondary valve body (A/T clutch
pressure control solenoid valve A) (see SECONDARY VALVE BODY REPLACEMENT ).
DTC P0747: A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A STUCK ON
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gear other than 2nd or 5th gear because of the fail-safe function.
3. Check the 5th Pressure Switch signal with the HDS in the A/T Data List.
Is the 5th Pressure Switch ON?
YES - Replace transmission fluid pressure switch D (5th clutch) (see TRANSMISSION FLUID
PRESSURE SWITCH D (5TH CLUTCH) REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Go to step 4.
8. Start the engine.
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9. With the brake pedal pressed, shift to D, and check the 2nd Pressure Switch signal with the HDS in the
A/T Data List.
Does the 2nd Pressure Switch turn on with a shock caused by engaging gears?
YES - Faulty A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A. Replace the secondary valve body (A/T
clutch pressure control solenoid valve A) (see SECONDARY VALVE BODY REPLACEMENT ).
DTC P0751: SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE A STUCK OFF
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to rotate freely.
7. Start the engine, disable the VSA by pressing the VSA OFF button.
8. Run the vehicle with the shift lever in D, and let the transmission shift slowly to 2nd gear, and check the
3rd Pressure Switch signal, the 5th Pressure Switch signal, and the Shift Control when the transmission
shifts from 1st gear to 2nd gear with the HDS in the A/T Data List. Slow down, and stop the wheels.
NOTE: Repeat two or three times if shifts are normal.
Does the 5th Pressure Switch turn on momentarily in 2nd gear, then does the 3rd Pressure Switch turn on
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with a harsh shift?
YES - Go to step 9.
9. Select Shift Solenoid Valve A in the Miscellaneous Test Menu, and check that shift solenoid valve A
operates with the HDS.
Is a clicking sound heard?
YES - Faulty shift valve A. Replace the secondary valve body (shift valve A) (see SECONDARY
VALVE BODY REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Faulty shift solenoid valve A. Replace the secondary valve body (shift solenoid valve A) (see
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SECONDARY VALVE BODY REPLACEMENT ).
DTC P0752: SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE A STUCK ON
gear other than 2nd or 4th gear because of the fail-safe function, but if that
DTC is a Pending DTC, the transmission does not shift to any gear other
than 3rd or 6th gear because of the fail-safe function.
to rotate freely.
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8. Run the vehicle with the shift lever in D, and let the transmission shift slowly to 4th gear, and check the
3rd Pressure Switch signal, the 4th Pressure Switch signal, and the Shift Control when the transmission
shifts from 3rd gear to 4th gear with the HDS in the A/T Data List. Slow down, and stop the wheels.
Does the 4th Pressure Switch turn off in 4th gear, then does the 3rd Pressure Switch turn on with a harsh
shift?
YES - Go to step 9.
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9. Select Shift Solenoid Valve A in the Miscellaneous Test Menu, and check that shift solenoid valve A
YES - Faulty shift valve A. Replace the secondary valve body (shift valve A) (see SECONDARY
DTC P0756: SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE B STUCK OFF
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7. With the brake pedal pressed, shift to D, and check the A/T Shift Sol VLV. B signal, the Input Shaft
(Mainshaft) Speed, and the Shift Control with the HDS in the A/T Data List.
Is the Input Shaft (Mainshaft) Speed 0 RPM when A/T Shift Sol VLV. B is OFF, and about the same as the
engine speed when A/T Shift Sol VLV. B is ON?
YES - Shift to P, and go to step 10.
NO - Shift to P, and go to step 8.

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Does the Input Shaft (Mainshaft) Speed remain steady when A/T Shift Sol VLV. B is OFF and when it is
ON?
YES - Faulty 1st gear one-way clutch. Replace the countershaft 1st gear or the transmission. If you are
replacing the countershaft 1st gear, clean off any metal debris or excessive clutch material inside the
countershaft 1st gear and the torque converter.
10. Select Shift Solenoid Valve B in the Miscellaneous Test Menu, and check that shift solenoid valve B
NO - Faulty shift solenoid valve B. Replace the secondary valve body (shift solenoid valve B) (see
to rotate freely.
15. Start the engine, disable the VSA by pressing the VSA OFF button. With the brake pedal pressed, shift to
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S, and upshift to 2nd gear by pressing the paddle shifter + (upshift switch).
16. Run the vehicle, and upshift to 3rd gear by pressing the paddle shifter + (upshift switch), and check the
3rd Pressure Switch signal, the 6th Pressure Switch signal, and the Shift Control with the HDS in the A/T
Data List. Slow down, and stop the wheels.
In 3rd gear, was the 3rd Pressure Switch OFF and was the 6th Pressure Switch ON?
YES - Faulty shift valve B. Replace the secondary valve body (shift valve B) (see SECONDARY
NO - Faulty shift valve C. Replace the main valve body (shift valve C) or the transmission. If you are
replacing the main valve body, clean off any metal debris or excessive clutch material inside the
main valve body and the torque converter.
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DTC P0757: SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE B STUCK ON
to rotate freely.
8. Run the vehicle with the shift lever in D, and let the transmission shift slowly to 6th gear, and check the
2nd Pressure Switch signal, the 3rd Pressure Switch signal, the 4th Pressure Switch signal, and the Shift
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Control when the transmission shifts from 5th gear to 6th gear with the HDS in the A/T Data List. Slow
Does the 3rd Pressure Switch turn on momentarily in 6th gear, then does the 2nd Pressure Switch or the
4th Pressure Switch turn on in 6th gear?
YES - Go to step 9.
9. Select Shift Solenoid Valve B in the Miscellaneous Test Menu, and check that shift solenoid valve B
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YES - Faulty shift valve B. Replace the secondary valve body (shift valve B) (see SECONDARY
DTC P0761: SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE C STUCK OFF
6. Test-drive the vehicle in reverse gear.

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Does the vehicle move with reverse gear?
NO - Go to step 7.
7. Select Shift Solenoid Valve C in the Miscellaneous Test Menu, and check that shift solenoid valve C
YES - Faulty reverse inhibitor valve or shift fork shaft. Replace the main valve body (reverse inhibitor
valve), the regulator valve body (shift fork shaft), or the transmission. If you are replacing the main valve
body or the regulator valve body, clean off any metal debris or excessive clutch material inside the
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main valve body or the regulator valve body and the torque converter.
NO - Faulty shift solenoid valve C. Replace shift solenoid valve C (see SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE C
TEST AND REPLACEMENT ).
DTC P0762: SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE C STUCK ON
Does the Input Shaft (Mainshaft) Speed remain steady when A/T Shift Sol VLV. B is OFF, and does the
Input Shaft (Mainshaft) Speed read 0 RPM when A/T Shift Sol VLV. B is ON?
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YES - Go to step 8.
8. Select Shift Solenoid Valve C in the Miscellaneous Test Menu, and check that shift solenoid valve C
YES - Faulty 1st gear one-way clutch. Replace the countershaft 1st gear or the transmission. If you are
replacing the countershaft 1st gear, clean off any metal debris or excessive clutch material inside the
countershaft 1st gear and the torque converter.
NO - Faulty shift solenoid valve C. Replace shift solenoid valve C (see SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE C
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TEST AND REPLACEMENT ).
DTC P0776: A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE B STUCK OFF
6. Select Clutch Pressure Control (Linear) Solenoid Valve B in the Miscellaneous Test Menu, and test A/T
clutch pressure control solenoid valve B with the HDS.

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NO - Faulty A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B. Replace the secondary valve body (A/T clutch
pressure control solenoid valve B) (see SECONDARY VALVE BODY REPLACEMENT ).
DTC P0777: A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE B STUCK ON
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7. With the brake pedal pressed, shift to D, and check the 3rd Pressure Switch signal and the 6th Pressure
Switch signal with the HDS in the A/T Data List.
Does the 6th Pressure Switch turn on momentarily, then does the 3rd Pressure Switch turn on with a
harsh shift?
YES - Faulty A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B. Replace the secondary valve body (A/T
clutch control solenoid valve B) (see SECONDARY VALVE BODY REPLACEMENT ).
DTC P0796: A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE C STUCK OFF
gear other than 2nd or 5th gear because of the fail-safe function, but if that
DTC is a Pending DTC, the transmission does not shift to any gear other
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than 3rd or 6th gear because of the fail-safe function.
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6. Select Clutch Pressure Control (Linear) Solenoid Valve C in the Miscellaneous Test Menu, and test A/T
clutch pressure control solenoid valve C with the HDS.
NO - Faulty A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C, shift valve C, D inhibitor valve, reverse
inhibitor valve, or shift fork shaft. Replace the secondary valve body (A/T clutch pressure control
solenoid valve C) (see SECONDARY VALVE BODY REPLACEMENT ), the main valve body (shift
valve C, D inhibitor valve, or reverse inhibitor valve), the regulator valve body (shift fork shaft), or the
transmission. If you are replacing the main valve body or the regulator valve body, clean off any metal
debris or excessive clutch material inside the transmission, the ATF cooler, the ATF hoses, the ATF
pipes, and the hydraulic circuit. Then, replace the main valve body or the regulator valve body and the
torque converter.
DTC P0797: A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE C STUCK ON
gear other than 1st or 4th gear because of the fail-safe function.

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7. With the brake pedal pressed, shift to D, and check the 4th Pressure Switch signal with the HDS in the
A/T Data List.
Does the 4th Pressure Switch turn on momentarily?
YES - Faulty A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C. Replace the secondary valve body (A/T
clutch pressure control solenoid valve C) (see SECONDARY VALVE BODY REPLACEMENT ).
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DTC P0812: OPEN IN TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH ATPR SWITCH CIRCUIT
2. Shift to R, and monitor the A/T R Switch signal with the HDS in the A/T Data List.
Is the A/T R Switch ON?
NO - Go to step 3.
5. Connect a jumper wire between transmission range switch connector terminal No. 8 and body ground.
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Fig. 77: Identifying Jumper Wire Between Transmission Range Switch Connector Terminal No. 8
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And Body Ground Connection
7. Check the A/T R Switch signal with the HDS.
Is the A/T R Switch ON?
NO - Go to step 8.
11. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal C25 and body ground.
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Fig. 78: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector Terminal C25 And Body Ground
NO - Repair an open in the wire between PCM connector terminal C25 and the transmission range
switch, then go to step 12.

15. Test-drive the vehicle in R at speeds below 3 mph (5 km/h) for at least 2 seconds, then increase the speed
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and test-drive at speeds over 3 mph (5 km/h) for at least 2 seconds. Slow down, and stop the wheels.
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals between the transmission range switch and the
PCM, then go to step 1.
NO - Go to step 17.
NO - If the HDS indicates FAILED, check for poor connections or loose terminals between the
transmission range switch and the PCM, then go to step 1. If the HDS indicates NOT COMPLETED, go
to step 15.

20. Test-drive the vehicle in R at speeds below 3 mph (5 km/h) for at least 2 seconds, then increase the speed
and test-drive at speeds over 3 mph (5 km/h) for at least 2 seconds. Slow down, and stop the wheels.
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals between the transmission range switch and the
PCM. If the PCM was updated, substitute a known-good PCM (see SUBSTITUTING THE
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ECM/PCM ), then go to step 20. If the PCM was substituted, go to step 1.
NO - Go to step 22.
NO - If the HDS indicates FAILED, check for poor connections or loose terminals between the
transmission range switch and the PCM. If the PCM was updated, substitute a known-good PCM (see
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HDS indicates NOT COMPLETED, go to step 20.1
DTC P0842: SHORT IN TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH A (2ND CLUTCH) CIRCUIT,
OR TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH A (2ND CLUTCH) STUCK ON
3. Check the 2nd Pressure Switch signal with the HDS in the A/T Data List.
Is the 2nd Pressure Switch ON?
YES - Go to step 4.
5. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) connector.
Is the 2nd Pressure Switch OFF?

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YES - Replace transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) (see TRANSMISSION FLUID
PRESSURE SWITCH A (2ND CLUTCH) REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Go to step 8.
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YES - Repair a short to body ground in the wire between PCM connector terminal C27 and transmission
fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch).
DTC P0843: OPEN IN TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH A (2ND CLUTCH) CIRCUIT,
OR TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH A (2ND CLUTCH) STUCK OFF
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gear other than 2nd through 4th gear because of the fail-safe function.
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to rotate freely.
4. Start the engine, disable the VSA by pressing the VSA OFF button. Run the vehicle with the sequential
sportshift mode in 2nd gear. Check the 2nd Pressure Switch signal with the HDS in the A/T Data List.
Slow down, and stop the wheels.
Is the 2nd Pressure Switch ON in 2nd gear?
YES - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections and loose terminals
between transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) and the PCM.
NO - Go to step 5.
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6. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) connector.
7. Connect a jumper wire between the transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) connector terminal
and body ground.
Fig. 80: Identifying Jumper Wire Between Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch A (2nd Clutch)
Connector Terminal And Body Ground Connection
Is the 2nd Pressure Switch ON?
YES - Replace transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) (see TRANSMISSION FLUID
PRESSURE SWITCH A (2ND CLUTCH) REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Go to step 10.
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14. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal C27 and the transmission fluid pressure switch A
(2nd clutch) connector terminal.
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Fig. 81: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector Terminal C27 And Transmission Fluid
Pressure Switch A (2nd Clutch) Connector Terminal
YES - Replace the PCM (see ECM/PCM REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Repair an open in the wire between PCM connector terminal C27 and transmission fluid pressure
switch A (2nd clutch).
DTC P0847: SHORT IN TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH B (3RD CLUTCH) CIRCUIT,
OR TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH B (3RD CLUTCH) STUCK ON
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3. Check the 3rd Pressure Switch signal with the HDS in the A/T Data List.
Is the 3rd Pressure Switch ON?
YES - Go to step 4.
5. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch B (3rd clutch) connector.
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Is the 3rd Pressure Switch OFF?
YES - Replace transmission fluid pressure switch B (3rd clutch) (see TRANSMISSION FLUID
PRESSURE SWITCH B (3RD CLUTCH) REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Go to step 8.
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fluid pressure switch B (3rd clutch).
DTC P0848: OPEN IN TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH B (3RD CLUTCH) CIRCUIT,
OR TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH B (3RD CLUTCH) STUCK OFF
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION )
gear other than 3rd through 5th gear because of the fail-safe function.
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to rotate freely.
sportshift mode in 3rd gear. Check the 3rd Pressure Switch signal with the HDS in the A/T Data List.
Is the 3rd Pressure Switch ON in 3rd gear?
between transmission fluid pressure switch B (3rd clutch) and the PCM.
NO - Go to step 5.
6. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch B (3rd clutch) connector.
7. Connect a jumper wire between the transmission fluid pressure switch B (3rd clutch) connector terminal
and body ground.
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Fig. 83: Identifying Jumper Wire Between Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch B (3rd Clutch)
Connector Terminal And Body Ground
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Is the 3rd Pressure Switch ON?
YES - Replace transmission fluid pressure switch B (3rd clutch) (see TRANSMISSION FLUID
PRESSURE SWITCH B (3RD CLUTCH) REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Go to step 10.
14. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal C38 and the transmission fluid pressure switch B
(3rd clutch) connector terminal.
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Pressure Switch B (3rd Clutch) Connector Terminal
switch B (3rd clutch).
DTC P084C: SHORT IN LINE PRESSURE SWITCH CIRCUIT, OR LINE PRESSURE SWITCH
STUCK ON
 If DTC P084C is stored in the PCM, engine torque is restricted because of
the fail-safe function.
3. Check the Line Pressure Pressure Switch signal with the HDS in the A/T Data List.
Is the Line Pressure Pressure Switch ON?
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5. Disconnect the line pressure switch connector.
Is the Line Pressure Pressure Switch OFF?
YES - Replace the line pressure switch (see LINE PRESSURE SWITCH REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Go to step 8.
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YES - Repair a short to body ground in the wire between PCM connector terminal C35 and the line
pressure switch.
DTC P0872: SHORT IN TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH C (4TH CLUTCH) CIRCUIT,
OR TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH C (4TH CLUTCH) STUCK ON
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YES - Go to step 4.
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5. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch) connector.
Is the 4th Pressure Switch OFF?
YES - Replace transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch) (see TRANSMISSION FLUID
PRESSURE SWITCH C (4TH CLUTCH) REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Go to step 8.
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fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch).
DTC P0873: OPEN IN TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH C (4TH CLUTCH) CIRCUIT,
OR TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH C (4TH CLUTCH) STUCK OFF
to rotate freely.
sportshift mode in 4th gear. Check the 4th Pressure Switch signal with the HDS in the A/T Data List.
Is the 4th Pressure Switch ON in 4th gear?

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between transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch) and the PCM.
NO - Go to step 5.
6. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch) connector.
7. Connect a jumper wire between the transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch) connector terminal
and body ground.
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Fig. 87: Identifying Jumper Wire Between Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch C (4th Clutch)
YES - Replace transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch) (see TRANSMISSION FLUID
PRESSURE SWITCH C (4TH CLUTCH) REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Go to step 10.
14. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal C37 and the transmission fluid pressure switch C
(4th clutch) connector terminal.
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Pressure Switch C (4th Clutch) Connector Terminal
switch C (4th clutch).
DTC P0877: SHORT IN TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH D (5TH CLUTCH) CIRCUIT,
OR TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH D (5TH CLUTCH) STUCK ON
YES - Go to step 4.
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5. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch D (5th clutch) connector.
NO - Go to step 8.
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fluid pressure switch D (5th clutch).
DTC P0878: OPEN IN TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH D (5TH CLUTCH) CIRCUIT,
OR TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH D (5TH CLUTCH) STUCK OFF
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gear other than 2nd through 5th gear because of the fail-safe function.
to rotate freely.
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between transmission fluid pressure switch D (5th clutch) and the PCM.
NO - Go to step 5.
6. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch D (5th clutch) connector.
7. Connect a jumper wire between the transmission fluid pressure switch D (5th clutch) connector terminal
and body ground.
Fig. 90: Identifying Jumper Wire Between Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch D (5th Clutch)
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NO - Go to step 10.
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14. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal C14 and the transmission fluid pressure switch D
Pressure Switch D (5th Clutch) Connector Terminal
switch D (5th clutch).
DTC P0962: PROBLEM IN A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A CIRCUIT
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 If DTC P0962 is stored in the PCM, the transmission does not shift to 2nd
or 5th gear because of the fail-safe function.
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YES - Go to step 4.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections and loose terminals
between A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A and the PCM.
5. Check for a blown No. 10 (10 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box.
Is the No. 10 (10 A) fuse OK?
YES - Go to step 6.
NO - Repair a short to body ground in the wire between PCM connector terminal A1 and the driver's
under-dash fuse/relay box.

7. Disconnect PCM connectors A (49P).
9. Measure the voltage between PCM connector terminals A1 and body ground.
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Fig. 92: Measuring Voltage Between PCM Connector Terminals A1 And Body Ground
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Is there battery voltage?
NO - Repair an open in the wire between PCM connector terminal A1 and the driver's under-dash
fuse/relay box.

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NO - Go to step 16.
14. Disconnect the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A connector.
15. Check for continuity between A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A connector terminal No. 1 and
body ground.
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Fig. 94: Checking Continuity Between A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve A Connector
Terminal No. 1 And Body Ground
YES - Repair a short to body ground in the wire between PCM connector terminal C21 and A/T clutch
pressure control solenoid valve A.
16. Disconnect the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A connector.
17. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal C21 and A/T clutch pressure control solenoid
valve A connector terminal No. 1.
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Fig. 95: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector And A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid
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Valve A Connector
NO - Repair an open in the wire between A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A connector
terminal No. 1 and PCM connector terminal C21.
18. Check for continuity between A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A connector terminal No. 2 and
body ground.
Fig. 96: Checking Continuity Between A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve A Connector

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NO - Repair an open in the wire between the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A connector and
body ground (G101) (see CONNECTOR TO FUSE/RELAY BOX INDEX ), or repair poor body
ground (G101).
19. Measure the resistance between A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A connector terminals No. 1
and No. 2.
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Fig. 97: Measuring Resistance Between A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve A Connector
Terminals No. 1 And No. 2
Is there 4.7-5.9 ohms?
DTC P0963: PROBLEM IN A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A

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YES - Go to step 4.
4. Check the A/T C.P.C. Sol VLV. A Actual command with the HDS in the A/T Data List.
Is there 35 mA or more?
YES - Go to step 5.
control solenoid valve A) (see SECONDARY VALVE BODY REPLACEMENT ).
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8. Check for continuity between:
 PCM connector terminal B1 and body ground.
Fig. 98: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector Terminal B1 And Body Ground
NO - Repair an open in the wires between:
 PCM connector terminal B1 and body ground (G101) (see CONNECTOR TO FUSE/RELAY
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BOX INDEX ), or repair poor body ground (G101).

DTC P0966: PROBLEM IN A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE B CIRCUIT
gear other than 1st, 2nd, or 5th gear because of the fail-safe function.
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Is DTC P0966 Indicated?
YES - Go to step 4.
between A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B and the PCM.
7. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal B10 and body ground.
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YES - Go to step 8.
NO - Go to step 10.
8. Disconnect the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B connector.

9. Check for continuity between A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B connector terminal No. 1 and
body ground.
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Fig. 100: Checking Continuity Between A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve B Connector
YES - Repair a short to body ground in the wire between PCM connector terminal B10 and A/T clutch
pressure control solenoid valve B.
10. Disconnect the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B connector.
11. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal B10 and A/T clutch pressure control solenoid
valve B connector terminal No. 1.
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Fig. 101: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector Terminal B10 And A/T Clutch Pressure
Control Solenoid Valve B Connector Terminal No. 1
NO - Repair an open in the wire between A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B connector terminal
No. 1 and PCM connector terminal B10.
12. Check for continuity between A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B connector terminal No. 2 and
body ground.
Fig. 102: Checking Continuity Between A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve B Connector

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NO - Repair an open in the wire between the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B connector and
ground (G101).
13. Measure the resistance between A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B connector terminals No. 1
and No. 2.
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Fig. 103: Measuring Resistance Between A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve B Connector
DTC P0967: PROBLEM IN A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE B

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YES - Go to step 4.
4. Check the A/T C.P.C. Sol VLV. B Actual command with the HDS in the A/T Data List.
YES - Go to step 5.
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DTC P0970: PROBLEM IN A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE C CIRCUIT
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YES - Go to step 4.
between A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C and the PCM.
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YES - Go to step 8.
NO - Go to step 10.
8. Disconnect the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C connector.

9. Check for continuity between A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C connector terminal No. 1 and
body ground.
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Fig. 106: Checking Continuity Between A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve C Connector
pressure control solenoid valve C.
NO - Faulty A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C. Replace the secondary valve body (A/T clutch
pressure control solenoid valve C) (see SECONDARY VALVE BODY REPLACEMENT ).
10. Disconnect the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C connector.
valve C connector terminal No. 1.
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Fig. 107: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector Terminal B21 And A/T Clutch Pressure
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Control Solenoid Valve C Connector Terminal No. 1
NO - Repair an open in the wire between A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C connector terminal
No. 1 and PCM connector terminal B21.
12. Check for continuity between A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C connector terminal No. 2 and
body ground.
Fig. 108: Checking Continuity Between A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve C Connector

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NO - Repair an open in the wire between the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C connector and
ground (G101).
13. Measure the resistance between A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C connector terminals No. 1
and No. 2.
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Fig. 109: Measuring Resistance Between A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve C Connector
DTC P0971: PROBLEM IN A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE C

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YES - Go to step 4.
4. Check the A/T C.P.C. Sol VLV. C Actual command with the HDS in the A/T Data List.
YES - Go to step 5.
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DTC P0973: SHORT IN SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE A CIRCUIT
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3. Start the engine in P, and wait for at least 1 second.
YES - Go to step 5.
between shift solenoid valve A and the PCM.
YES - Go to step 7.

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fuse/relay box.
12. Disconnect the shift solenoid valve A connector.
20. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminals C20 and body ground.
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Fig. 112: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector Terminals C20 And Body Ground
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YES - Repair a short to body ground in the wire between PCM connector terminal C20 and shift solenoid
valve A connector terminal No. 2.
DTC P0974: OPEN IN SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE A CIRCUIT
3. Start the engine. With the brake pedal pressed, shift to R, and wait for at least 1 second.
YES - Go to step 5.
between shift solenoid valve A and the PCM.
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YES - Go to step 7.

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fuse/relay box.
12. Disconnect the shift solenoid valve A connector.
13. Connect a jumper wire between shift solenoid valve A connector terminal No. 2 and body ground.
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Fig. 114: Identifying Jumper Wire Between Shift Solenoid Valve A Connector Terminal No. 2 And
Body Ground Connection
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NO - Go to step 21.
20. Check for continuity between shift solenoid valve A connector terminal No. 1 and body ground.
Fig. 115: Checking Continuity Between Shift Solenoid Valve A Connector Terminal No. 1 And
Body Ground
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YES - Faulty shift solenoid valve A. Replace the secondary valve body (shift solenoid valve A) (see
NO - Repair an open in the wire between shift solenoid valve A and body ground (G101) (see
25. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal C20 and shift solenoid valve A connector terminal
No. 2.
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Fig. 116: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector Terminal C20 And Shift Solenoid Valve A
Connector Terminal No. 2
NO - Repair an open in the wire between PCM connector terminal C20 and shift solenoid valve A
connector terminal No. 2.
DTC P0976: SHORT IN SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE B CIRCUIT
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3. Start the engine. With the brake pedal pressed, shift to D, and wait for at least 3 seconds, then move the
shift lever back into P.
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YES - Go to step 5.
6. Disconnect the shift solenoid valve B connector.
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valve B connector terminal No. 2.
DTC P0977: OPEN IN SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE B CIRCUIT
YES - Go to step 5.
between shift solenoid valve B and the PCM.
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6. Disconnect the shift solenoid valve B connector.
7. Connect a jumper wire between shift solenoid valve B connector terminal No. 2 and body ground.
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Fig. 118: Identifying Jumper Wire Between Shift Solenoid Valve B Connector Terminal No. 2 And
NO - Go to step 15.
14. Check for continuity between shift solenoid valve B connector terminal No. 1 and body ground.
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Fig. 119: Checking Continuity Between Shift Solenoid Valve B Connector Terminal No. 1 And
Body Ground
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YES - Faulty shift solenoid valve B. Replace the secondary valve body (shift solenoid valve B) (see
NO - Repair an open in the wire between shift solenoid valve B and body ground (G101) (see
19. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal C28 and shift solenoid valve B connector terminal
No. 2.
Fig. 120: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector Terminal C28 And Shift Solenoid Valve B
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NO - Repair an open in the wire between PCM connector terminal C28 and shift solenoid valve B
DTC P0979: SHORT IN SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE C CIRCUIT
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YES - Go to step 5.
between shift solenoid valve C and the PCM.
YES - Go to step 7.

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fuse/relay box.
12. Disconnect the shift solenoid valve C connector.
NO - Replace shift solenoid valve C (see SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE C TEST AND
REPLACEMENT ).
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valve C connector terminal No. 2.
DTC P0980: OPEN IN SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE C CIRCUIT
3. Start the engine. With the brake pedal pressed, shift to N or D, and wait for at least 1 second.
YES - Go to step 5.
between shift solenoid valve C and the PCM.
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YES - Go to step 7.

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fuse/relay box.
12. Connect PCM connector A (49P).
13. Disconnect the shift solenoid valve C connector.
14. Connect a jumper wire between shift solenoid valve C connector terminal No. 2 and body ground.
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Fig. 124: Identifying Jumper Wire Between Shift Solenoid Valve C Connector Terminal No. 2 And
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NO - Go to step 22.
21. Check for continuity between shift solenoid valve C connector terminal No. 1 and body ground.
Fig. 125: Checking Continuity Between Shift Solenoid Valve C Connector Terminal No. 1 And
Body Ground
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YES - Replace shift solenoid valve C (see SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE C TEST AND
REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Repair an open in the wire between shift solenoid valve C and body ground (G101) (see
26. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal C9 and shift solenoid valve C connector terminal
No. 2.
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Fig. 126: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector Terminal C9 And Shift Solenoid Valve C
NO - Repair an open in the wire between PCM connector terminal C9 and shift solenoid valve C
DTC P0989: SHORT IN TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH E (6TH CLUTCH) CIRCUIT,
OR TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH E (6TH CLUTCH) STUCK ON
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YES - Go to step 4.
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5. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch E (6th clutch) connector.
YES - Replace transmission fluid pressure switch E (6th clutch) (see TRANSMISSION FLUID
PRESSURE SWITCH E (6TH CLUTCH) REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Go to step 8.
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fluid pressure switch E (6th clutch).
DTC P0990: OPEN IN TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH E (6TH CLUTCH) CIRCUIT,
OR TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH E (6TH CLUTCH) STUCK OFF
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between transmission fluid pressure switch E (6th clutch) and the PCM.
NO - Go to step 5.
6. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch E (6th clutch) connector.
7. Connect a jumper wire between the transmission fluid pressure switch E (6th clutch) connector terminal
and body ground.
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Fig. 128: Identifying Jumper Wire Between Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch E (6th Clutch)
YES - Replace transmission fluid pressure switch E (6th clutch) (see TRANSMISSION FLUID
PRESSURE SWITCH E (6TH CLUTCH) REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Go to step 10.
14. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal C31 and the transmission fluid pressure switch E
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Fig. 129: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector And Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch
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E (6th Clutch) Connector
switch E (6th clutch).
DTC P1717: OPEN IN TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH ATPRVS SWITCH CIRCUIT
2. Shift to R, and monitor the Reverse Switch (ATPRVS) signal with the HDS.
Is the Reverse Switch (ATPRVS) ON?
NO - Go to step 3.
5. Connect a jumper wire between the transmission range switch connector terminal No. 1 and body ground.
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7. Check the Reverse Switch (ATPRVS) signal with the HDS.
Is the Reverse Switch (ATPRVS) ON?
REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Go to step 8.
12. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal C19 and transmission range switch connector
terminal No. 1.
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Fig. 131: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector Terminal C19 And Transmission Range
Switch Connector Terminal No. 1
NO - Repair an open in the wire between PCM connector terminal C19 and the transmission range
switch.
DTC P177A: LINE PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE A STUCK OFF, OR LINE PRESSURE SWITCH
STUCK OFF
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to rotate freely.
7. Start the engine. With the brake pedal pressed, shift to D, then release the brake pedal.
8. Monitoring the APP Sensor (%) with the HDS in the A/T Data List, press (2 % opened) and release (0 %
opened) the accelerator pedal every 2 seconds. Then check the Line Pressure Sol VLV. A signal and the
Line Pressure Pressure Switch signal with the HDS in the A/T Data List.
Is the Line Pressure Pressure Switch ON when Line Pressure Sol VLV. A is ON, and OFF when Line
Pressure Sol VLV. A is OFF?
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between the line pressure switch and the PCM.
NO - Go to step 9.
9. Select Line Pressure Solenoid A in the Miscellaneous Test Menu, and check that line pressure solenoid
valve A operates with the HDS.
NO - Go to step 10.
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NO - Repair a short to body ground in the wire between PCM connector terminal B2 and the driver's

15. Measure the voltage between PCM connector terminal B2 and body ground.
Fig. 132: Measuring Voltage Between PCM Connector Terminal B2 And Body Ground

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YES - Faulty line pressure solenoid valve A. Replace the secondary valve body (line pressure solenoid
valve A) (see SECONDARY VALVE BODY REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Repair an open in the wire between PCM connector terminal B2 and the driver's under-dash
fuse/relay box.
17. Disconnect the line pressure switch connector.
18. Connect a jumper wire between the line pressure switch connector terminal and body ground.
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Fig. 133: Identifying Jumper Wire Between Line Pressure Switch Connector Terminal And Body
Ground Connection
Is the Line Pressure Pressure Switch ON?
YES - Replace the line pressure switch (see LINE PRESSURE SWITCH REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Go to step 21.
25. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal C35 and the line pressure switch connector
terminal.
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Fig. 134: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector Terminal C35 And Line Pressure Switch
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Connector Terminal
NO - Repair an open in the wire between the line pressure switch connector terminal and PCM connector
terminal C35.
DTC P2714: A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE D STUCK OFF
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Does the Input Shaft (Mainshaft) Speed remain steady when A/T Shift Sol VLV. B is OFF, and does the
Input Shaft (Mainshaft) Speed read 0 RPM when A/T Shift Sol VLV. B is ON?
YES - Go to step 8.

9. Select Clutch Pressure Control (Linear) Solenoid Valve D in the Miscellaneous Test Menu, and test A/T
clutch pressure control solenoid valve D with the HDS.
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YES - Faulty lock-up shift valve. Replace the main valve body (lock-up shift valve) or the transmission.
If you are replacing the main valve body, clean off any metal debris or excessive clutch material inside
the transmission, the torque converter, the ATF cooler, the ATF hoses, the ATF pipes, and the hydraulic
circuit. Then, replace the main valve body.
DTC P2720: PROBLEM IN A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE D CIRCUIT
YES - Go to step 4.
between A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D and the PCM.
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YES - Go to step 6.

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fuse/relay box.
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NO - Go to step 16.
14. Disconnect the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D connector.
15. Check for continuity between A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D connector terminal No. 1 and
body ground.
Fig. 137: Checking Continuity Between A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve D Connector
pressure control solenoid valve D.
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16. Disconnect the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D connector.
valve D connector terminal No. 1.
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Fig. 138: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector And A/T Clutch Pressure Control
Solenoid Valve D Connector
NO - Repair an open in the wire between A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D connector
terminal No. 1 and PCM connector terminal B43.
18. Check for continuity between A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D connector terminal No. 2 and
body ground.
Fig. 139: Checking Continuity Between A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve D Connector
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NO - Repair an open in the wire between the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D connector and
ground (G101).
19. Measure the resistance between A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D connector terminals No. 1
and No. 2.
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Fig. 140: Measuring Resistance Between A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve D Connector
Is there 4.7 - 5.9 ohms?
DTC P2721: PROBLEM IN A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE D
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YES - Go to step 4.
4. Check the A/T C.P.C. Sol VLV. D Actual command with the HDS in the A/T Data List.
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YES - Go to step 5.
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DTC P2821: LINE PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE A STUCK ON
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 If DTC P2821 is stored in the PCM, engine torque is restricted because of
the fail-safe function.
to rotate freely.
8. Monitoring the APP Sensor (%) with the HDS in the A/T Data List, press (2 % opened) and release (0 %
opened) the accelerator pedal every 2 seconds. Then check the Line Pressure Sol VLV. A signal and the
Line Pressure Pressure Switch signal with the HDS in the A/T Data List.
Is the Line Pressure Pressure Switch ON when Line Pressure Sol VLV. A is ON, and OFF when Line
Pressure Sol VLV. A is OFF?

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NO - Faulty line pressure solenoid valve A. Replace the secondary valve body (line pressure solenoid
DTC P2826: SHORT IN LINE PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE A CIRCUIT
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to rotate freely.
5. Monitoring the APP Sensor (%) with HDS in the A/T Data List, press (2 % opened) and release (0 %
opened) the accelerator pedal every 2 seconds.
YES - Go to step 7.
between line pressure solenoid valve A and the PCM.
YES - Go to step 9.

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fuse/relay box.
14. Disconnect the line pressure solenoid valve A connector.
NO - Faulty line pressure solenoid valve A. Replace the secondary valve body (line pressure solenoid
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YES - Repair a short to body ground in the wire between PCM connector terminal B44 and line pressure
solenoid valve A connector terminal No. 2.
DTC P2827: OPEN IN LINE PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE A CIRCUIT
YES - Go to step 5.
between line pressure solenoid valve A and the PCM.
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YES - Go to step 7.

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fuse/relay box.
12. Disconnect the line pressure solenoid valve A connector.
13. Connect a jumper wire between line pressure solenoid valve A connector terminal No. 2 and body
ground.
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Fig. 145: Identifying Jumper Wire Between Line Pressure Solenoid Valve A Connector Terminal
No. 2 And Body Ground Connection
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to rotate freely.
NO - Go to step 23.
22. Check for continuity between line pressure solenoid valve A connector terminal No. 1 and body ground.
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Fig. 146: Checking Continuity Between Line Pressure Solenoid Valve A Connector Terminal No. 1
And Body Ground
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YES - Faulty line pressure solenoid valve A. Replace the secondary valve body (line pressure solenoid
NO - Repair an open in the wire between line pressure solenoid valve A and body ground (G101) (see
27. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal B44 and line pressure solenoid valve A connector
terminal No. 2.
Fig. 147: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector Terminal B44 And Line Pressure Solenoid
Valve A Connector Terminal No. 2
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NO - Repair an open in the wire between PCM connector terminal B44 and line pressure solenoid valve
A connector terminal No. 2.
ROAD TEST
1. Apply the parking brake, and block all four wheels.
3. Shift to D while pressing the brake pedal. Press the accelerator pedal, and release it suddenly; the engine
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should not stall.
4. Repeat step 3 in all shift lever positions.
Fig. 148: Identifying DLC Under Driver's Side Of Dashboard

7. Make sure the HDS communicates with the PCM, and go to the A/T Data List. If it does not, go to the
DLC circuit troubleshooting (see DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
8. Prepare the HDS to take a HIGH SPEED SNAP SHOT (refer to the HDS user's guide for more details if
needed):
 Select the High Speed icon.
 Select these parameters:
 Vehicle Speed
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 Output Shaft (Countershaft) Speed (RPM)

 Input Shaft (Mainshaft) Speed (RPM)
 Engine Speed
 TP Sensor
 APP Sensor A (V)
 ETR
 Battery Voltage
 Shift Control
 Brake Switch
 Set the Trigger Type to Parameter.
 Adjust the Parameter setting to APP Sensor A above 1.4 V.
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 Set the Record Time to 60 seconds.
 Set the Trigger Point to (Negative) - 30 seconds.
9. Find a suitable level road. When you are ready to do the test, press OK with the HDS.
10. Accelerate quickly until APP Sensor A reads 1.5 V. Maintain a steady throttle until the transmission shifts
to 6th gear, then slow the vehicle and come to a stop.
11. Save the snapshot if the entire event was recorded, or increase the recording time setting as necessary, and
repeat step 10.
12. Adjust the parameter setting to 2.18 V. Test-drive the vehicle again. Accelerate quickly until APP Sensor
A reads 2.28 V. Maintain a steady throttle until the transmission shifts to 6th gear (or a reasonable speed),
then slow the vehicle and come to a stop.
13. Save the snapshot if the entire event was recorded, or increase the recording time setting as necessary, and
repeat step 12.
14. Accelerate quickly until the accelerator pedal is to the floor. Maintain a steady pedal until the
transmission shifts to 5th gear, then slow to a stop, and save the snapshot.
NOTE: Only perform the full throttle test pass the 2-3 shift if road conditions and
local law/regulations allow it.
15. Review each snapshot individually, and compare the Shift Control, APP Sensor A (V), and the Vehicle
Speed to the following table:
UPSHIFT: D POSITION (WITH SH-AWD)

APP Sensor A (V): 1.5 V
1st --> 2nd 6 - 7 mph (9 - 11 km/h)
2nd --> 3rd 11 - 14 mph (18 - 22 km/h)
3rd --> 4th 21 - 23 mph (33 - 37 km/h)
4th --> 5th 27 - 31 mph (43 - 49 km/h)
5th --> 6th 41 - 44 mph (65 - 71 km/h)
Lock-up ON 3 - 5 mph (4 - 8 km/h)
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1st --> 2nd 14 - 17 mph (23 - 27 km/h)

2nd --> 3rd 29 - 33 mph (47 - 53 km/h)
3rd --> 4th 46 - 49 mph (73 - 79 km/h)
4th --> 5th 65 - 69 mph (104 - 110 km/h)
5th --> 6th 90 - 94 mph (144 - 150 km/h)
Fully - opened throttle APP Sensor A (V): 4.5 V
1st --> 2nd 41 - 44 mph (65 - 71 km/h)
2nd --> 3rd 67 - 71 mph (107 - 113 km/h)
3rd --> 4th 95 - 99 mph (152 - 158 km/h)
4th --> 5th 112 - 116 mph (179 - 185 km/h)
Lock-up ON 10 - 14 mph (16 - 22 km/h)
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DOWNSHIFT: D POSITION (WITH SH-AWD)
Lock-up OFF 1 - 4 mph (2 - 6 km/h)
6th --> 5th 38 - 41 mph (60 - 66 km/h)
5th --> 4th 25 - 29 mph (40 - 46 km/h)
4th --> 3rd 17 - 19 mph (27 - 31 km/h)
2nd --> 1st 4 - 7 mph (7 - 11 km/h)
6th --> 5th 58 - 61 mph (92 - 98 km/h)
5th --> 4th 36 - 39 mph (57 - 63 km/h)
4th --> 3rd 21 - 25 mph (34 - 40 km/h)
3rd --> 2nd 11 - 14 mph (17 - 23 km/h)
2nd --> 1st 4 - 7 mph (7 - 11 km/h)
Fully-opened throttle APP Sensor A (V): 4.5 V
5th --> 4th 104 - 108 mph (167 - 173 km/h)
4th --> 3rd 75 - 79 mph (120 - 126 km/h)
3rd --> 2nd 51 - 54 mph (81 - 87 km/h)
2nd --> 1st 25 - 28 mph (40 - 44 km/h)
UPSHIFT: D POSITION (WITHOUT SH - AWD)

1st --> 2nd 6 - 7 mph (9 - 11 km/h)
2nd --> 3rd 11 - 14 mph (18 - 22 km/h)
3rd --> 4th 21 - 23 mph (33 - 37 km/h)
4th --> 5th 27 - 31 mph (43 - 49 km/h)
5th --> 6th 41 - 44 mph (65 - 71 km/h)
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1st --> 2nd 16 - 24 mph (25 - 38 km/h)
2nd --> 3rd 31 - 43 mph (50 - 69 km/h)
3rd --> 4th 48 - 61 mph (76 - 98 km/h)
4th --> 5th 67 - 87 mph (107 - 139 km/h)
5th --> 6th 92 - 118 mph (147 - 188 km/h)
1st --> 2nd 41 - 44 mph (65 - 71 km/h)
2nd --> 3rd 67 - 71 mph (107 - 113 km/h)
3rd --> 4th 95 - 99 mph (152 - 158 km/h)
Lock-up ON 10 - 14 mph (16 - 22 km/h)
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DOWNSHIFT: D POSITION (WITHOUT SH - AWD)
6th --> 5th 38 - 41 mph (60 - 66 km/h)
5th --> 4th 25 - 29 mph (40 - 46 km/h)
4th --> 3rd 17 - 19 mph (27 - 31 km/h)
3rd --> 1st 4 - 7 mph (7 - 11 km/h)
6th --> 5th 58 - 61 mph (92 - 98 km/h)
5th --> 4th 36 - 39 mph (57 - 63 km/h)
4th --> 3rd 21 - 25 mph (34 - 40 km/h)
3rd --> 2nd 11 - 14 mph (17 - 23 km/h)
2nd --> 1st 4 - 7 mph (7 - 11 km/h)
5th --> 4th 104 - 108 mph (167 - 173 km/h)
4th --> 3rd 75 - 79 mph (120 - 126 km/h)
3rd --> 2nd 51 - 54 mph (81 - 87 km/h)
2nd --> 1st 25 - 28 mph (40 - 44 km/h)
16. Drive the vehicle in 5th or 6th gear in S with the sequential sportshift mode, then decelerate and
downshift to 2nd gear. The vehicle should immediately begin to slow down from the engine braking, then
slow to a stop.
17. Shift to R, accelerate from a stop at full throttle momentarily, and check for abnormal noise and clutch
slippage.
18. Park the vehicle on an upward slope (about 16 degrees), apply the parking brake, and shift into P. Release
the brake; the vehicle should not move.
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NOTE: Always use the parking brake to hold the vehicle when stopped on an
incline in gear. Depending on the grade of the incline, the vehicle could
roll if the brake is released.
STALL SPEED TEST

1. Make sure the transmission fluid is filled to the proper level (see ATF LEVEL CHECK ).
2. Apply the parking brake, and block all four wheels.
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6. Make sure the A/C switch is OFF.
8. Shift to D while pressing the brake pedal firmly, then press the accelerator pedal for 6 to 8 seconds, and
note the engine speed. Do not move the shift lever or remove your foot off the brake pedal, while raising
the engine speed.
9. Allow 2 minutes for cooling between test, then repeat the test with the shift lever in S and R.
NOTE:  Do not test stall speed for more than 10 seconds at a time.
 Record the engine speed at 6 to 8 seconds after pressing the
accelerator pedal. Higher engine speed will be indicated for 5
seconds.
 Stall speed tests should be used for diagnostic purposes only.
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 The stall speed should be the same in D, S, and R.

 Do not test stall speed with A/T pressure gauges installed.
Stall Speed RPM:
Specification: 2, 000 RPM
Service Limit: 1, 800- 2, 100 RPM
10. If any of the stall speeds are out of the service limit, refer to the problems and probable causes listed in
the table below.
Problem Probable causes
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 ATF pump output low
Stall speed RPM high in D, S, and R  Main regulator valve stuck
 Slipping clutch
Stall speed RPM high in R Slippage of 4th clutch

 Engine output low
Stall speed RPM low in D, S, and R  Engine throttle valve closed
 Torque converter one-way clutch slipping
PRESSURE TEST
Special Tools Required
 A/T Oil Pressure Gauge Set 07406-0020400 or 07406-0020401

 AT Pressure Test Hose 07AAJ-PY4A100
 A/T Pressure Adapter 07MAJ-PY40120
 Pressure Gauge Adapter 070AJ-RT4A101
NOTE:  Check for DTCs. If any DTCs are stored, troubleshoot and clear them first.
 Do not allow dust or other foreign particles to enter the port while
installing the pressure gauge adapter.
 Disable the VSA by pressing the VSA OFF button.
 Be sure to check the ATF level after each pressure port test. When
installing or removing the pressure gauge adapter, ATF may run out of the
pressure inspection ports.
 VSA DTC(s) may come on during the test-drive. If the VSA DTC(s) come
on, clear the DTC(s) after testing is done with the HDS.
1. Make sure the transmission fluid is filled to the proper level (see ATF LEVEL CHECK ).
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to rotate freely.
3. Remove the front splash shield (see FRONT SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT ).
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7. Connect the A/T pressure adapter to the A/T pressure test hose, then connect the A/T pressure test hose to
the A/T oil pressure gauge set.
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Fig. 151: Identifying A/T Oil Pressure Gauge Set
8. When testing the oil pressure at each inspection port, select a suitable adapter from the following table,
and connect each adapter to the pressure gauge assembled in step 7.
Tool Connect to
 2nd clutch pressure
Pressure gauge adapter A and E
 4th clutch pressure
 1st clutch pressure
Pressure gauge adapter B  5th clutch pressure
 Torque converter clutch pressure
Pressure gauge adapter C  Line pressure
 3rd clutch pressure
Pressure gauge adapter D
 6th clutch pressure
PRESSURE GAUGE ADAPTER 070AJ-RT4A101
Fig. 152: Identifying Pressure Gauge Adapter

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9. Install pressure gauge adapter C to the line pressure inspection port (A), then connect the A/T pressure
adapter to pressure gauge adapter C.
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Fig. 153: Identifying Line Pressure Inspection Port
10. Start the engine in P, and warm it up to normal operating temperature (ATF temperature between 122°F
and 212°F (50°C and 100°C)).
11. Move the shift lever to D.
12. Measure the low line pressure when the APP sensor opening less than 25 % and Line Pressure Sol VLV.
A is ON with the HDS in the A/T Data List.
13. Measure the normal line pressure while holding the engine speed at 2, 000 RPM with the shift lever in P
or N.
NOTE: When measuring the normal line pressure, do not measure with the shift
lever in other than P or N.
Line Fluid Pressure

Pressure Standard Service Limit
667 - 716 kPa (6.80 - 7.30 Lower limit: 618 kPa (6.30 kgf/cm2 , 89.6 psi) Upper
Low
kgf/cm2 , 96.7 - 103.8 psi) limit: 765 kPa (7.80 kgf/cm2 , 111.0 psi)
1, 177-1, 294 kPa (12.0-13.2
Normal 1, 079 kPa (11.00 kgf/cm2 , 156.5 psi)
kgf/cm2 , 170.7-187.7 psi)
14. Turn the engine off, then disconnect pressure gauge adapter C from the line pressure inspection port.
15. Install a new sealing bolt to the line pressure inspection port, and tighten the bolt to 20 N.m (2.0 kgf.m,
14 lbf.ft). Do not reuse the old sealing bolt.
16. Connect pressure gauge adapter B to the torque converter clutch pressure inspection port (A), then
connect the A/T pressure adapter to pressure gauge adapter B.
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Fig. 154: Identifying Torque Converter Clutch Pressure Inspection Port
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17. Start the engine, and run the vehicle with sequential sportshift mode in 2nd gear.
18. Measure the torque converter clutch pressure while holding the engine speed at 4, 000 RPM.
Fluid Pressure
Pressure
Standard Service Limit
Torque converter clutch pressure 294 kPa (3.00 kgf/cm2 , 42.7 psi) 245 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2 , 35.6 psi)
19. Turn the engine off, then disconnect pressure gauge adapter B from the torque converter clutch pressure
inspection port.
20. Install a new sealing bolt to the torque converter clutch pressure inspection port, and tighten the sealing
bolt to 20 N.m (2.0 kgf.m, 14 lbf.ft). Do not reuse the old sealing bolt.
21. Do the battery removal procedure (see BATTERY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
22. Remove the battery base (see ENGINE REMOVAL ).
NOTE: The following procedure must be done to accurately test the pressure.
23. Remove the harness clamp (A).

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Fig. 155: Identifying Clamp, Starter Cable, Terminal Connector, Bracket, Dipstick And Connector
24. Disconnect the positive starter cable (B) and the S terminal connector (C).
25. Remove the lower radiator hose bracket (D) and the dipstick (E).
26. Remove the two bolts holding the starter, then remove the starter (F).
27. Disconnect the line pressure solenoid valve A connector (G).
28. Temporarily install the starter (A), then tighten the bolts.
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Fig. 156: Identifying Starter, Bracket, Dipstick, Starter Cable, Connector And Clamp With Torque
Specifications
29. Install the lower radiator hose bracket (B) and the dipstick (C).
30. Connect the positive starter cable (D) and the S terminal connector (E). Make sure the crimped side of the
ring terminal faces away from the starter when you connect it.
31. Install the harness clamp (F).
32. Install the battery base (see ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
33. Do the battery installation procedure (see BATTERY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
34. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch) connector, and remove transmission fluid
pressure switch C (4th clutch).
35. Install transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch) and the washer (B) to pressure gauge adapter A,
then connect the A/T pressure adapter to pressure gauge adapter A.
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Fig. 157: Identifying Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch C And Washer

36. Install pressure gauge adapter E (quick connector) to the 4th clutch pressure inspection port (B), then
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connect pressure gauge adapter A to pressure gauge adapter E (quick connector). Connect the
transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch) connector to transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th
clutch).
Fig. 158: Identifying Clutch Pressure Inspection Port

37. Start the engine, and run the vehicle with the sequential sportshift mode in 4th gear.
38. Measure the 4th clutch pressure while holding the engine speed at 2, 000 RPM.
Fluid Pressure
Pressure
4th 1, 123 - 1, 172 kPa (11.45 - 11.95 kgf/cm2 , 162.9 - 170.0 1, 079 kPa (11.00 kgf/cm2 , 156.5
clutch psi) psi)
39. Bring the engine back to an idle, then apply the brake pedal to stop the wheels from rotating.
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40. Shift to R, then release the brake pedal. Measure the 4th clutch pressure while holding the engine speed at
2, 000 RPM.
Fluid Pressure
Pressure
4th clutch in 1, 123 - 1, 172 kPa (11.45 - 11.95 kgf/cm2 , 162.9 - 1, 079 kPa (11.00 kgf/cm2 , 156.5
R 170.0 psi) psi)
41. Turn the engine off.

42. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch) connector from transmission fluid
pressure switch C (4th clutch). Remove the pressure gauge adapters from the 4th clutch pressure
inspection port.
43. Remove transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch) from pressure gauge adapter A.
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44. Install transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch) and a new sealing washer, and tighten
transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch) to 20 N.m (2.0 kgf.m, 14 lbf.ft). Do not reuse the old
sealing washer.
45. Connect the transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch) connector.
46. Remove the air cleaner (see THROTTLE BODY CLEANING ).
47. Remove the intake air duct (see INTAKE MANIFOLD REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
48. Connect pressure gauge adapter B to the 1st clutch pressure inspection port (A) or the 5th clutch pressure
inspection port (C), then connect the A/T pressure adapter to pressure gauge adapter B.
Fig. 159: Identifying 1st And 5th Clutch Pressure Inspection Port
49. Temporarily install the intake air duct and the air cleaner.
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50. Start the engine, and run the vehicle with the sequential sportshift mode in 1st or 5th gear.
51. Measure the 1st or 5th clutch pressure while holding the engine speed at 2, 000rpm.
Fluid Pressure
Pressure
1st clutch 5th 1, 123 - 1, 172 kPa (11.45 - 11.95 kgf/cm2 , 162.9 - 1, 079 kPa (11.00 kgf/cm2 ,
clutch 170.0 psi) 156.5 psi)
52. Turn the engine off, remove the intake air duct and the air cleaner.
53. Disconnect the pressure gauge adapter from the 1st or 5th clutch pressure inspection port.
54. Install a new sealing bolt in the 1st or 5th clutch pressure inspection port, and tighten the sealing bolt to
20 N.m (2.0 kgf.m, 14 lbf.ft). Do not reuse the old sealing bolt.
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55. Connect pressure gauge adapter D to the 3rd pressure inspection port (A) or the 6th pressure inspection
port (B), then connect the A/T pressure adapter to pressure gauge adapter 0.
Fig. 160: Identifying 3rd Pressure Inspection Port And 6th Pressure Inspection Port
57. Start the engine, and run the vehicle with the sequential sportshift mode in 3rd or 6th gear.
58. Measure the 3rd or 6th clutch pressure while holding the engine speed at 2, 000 RPM.
Fluid Pressure
Pressure
3rd clutch 6th 1, 123 - 1, 172 kPa (11.45 - 11.95 kgf/cm2 , 162.9 - 1, 079 kPa (11.00 kgf/cm2 ,
clutch 170.0 psi) 156.5 psi)
59. Turn the engine off, then remove the intake air duct and the air cleaner.
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60. Disconnect the pressure gauge adapter from the 3rd or 6th clutch pressure inspection port.
61. Install a new sealing bolt in the 3rd or 6th clutch pressure inspection port, and tighten the sealing bolt to
27 N.m (2.8 kgf.m, 20 lbf.ft). Do not reuse the old sealing bolt.
62. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) connector, and remove transmission
fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch).
63. Install transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) (B) and the washer (C) to pressure gauge adapter
A, then connect the A/T pressure adapter to pressure gauge adapter A.
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Fig. 161: Identifying Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch A, Washer, Quick Connector And A/T
Pressure Adapter
64. Install pressure gauge adapter E (quick connector) to the 2nd clutch pressure inspection port (B), then
connect pressure gauge adapter A to pressure gauge adapter E (quick connector). Connect the
transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) connector to transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd
clutch).
Fig. 162: Identifying 2nd Clutch Pressure Inspection Port

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66. Start the engine, and run the vehicle with the sequential sportshift mode in 2nd gear.
67. Measure the 2nd clutch pressure while holding the engine speed at 2, 000 RPM.
Fluid Pressure
Pressure
2nd 1, 123 - 1, 172 kPa (11.45 - 11.95 kgf/cm2 , 162.9 - 170.0 1, 079 kPa (11.00 kgf/cm2 , 156.5
clutch psi) psi)
68. Turn the engine off, remove the intake air duct and the air cleaner.
69. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) connector from transmission fluid
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pressure switch A (2nd clutch). Disconnect the pressure gauge adapters from the 2nd clutch pressure
inspection port.
70. Remove transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) from pressure gauge adapter A.
71. Install transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) and a new sealing washer, and tighten
transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) to 20 N.m (2.0 kgf.m, 14 lbf.ft). Do not reuse the old
sealing washer.
72. Connect the transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) connector.
73. Install the intake air duct (see INTAKE MANIFOLD REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
74. Install the air cleaner (see THROTTLE BODY CLEANING ).
77. Remove the harness clamp (A).
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Fig. 163: Identifying Clamp, Starter Cable, Connector, Bracket, Dipstick, Starter And Connector
78. Disconnect the positive starter cable (B) and the S terminal connector (C).
79. Remove the lower radiator hose bracket (D) and the dipstick (E).
80. Remove the two bolts holding the starter, then remove the starter (F).
81. Connect the line pressure solenoid valve A connector (G).
82. Install the starter (A), then tighten the bolts.
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Fig. 164: Identifying Starter, Bracket, Dipstick, Starter Cable, Terminal Connector And Clamp
With Torque Specifications
83. Install the lower radiator hose bracket (B) and the dipstick (C).
84. Connect the positive starter cable (D) and the S terminal connector (E). Make sure the crimped side of the
ring terminal faces away from the starter when you connect it.
85. Install the harness clamp (F).
88. If any DTCs are stored, clear the DTC with the HDS.
89. If any of the pressures are out of the service limit, refer to the problems and probable causes listed in the
table below.
Problem Probable causes

 ATF pump
No or low line pressure
 Main regulator valve
 Clogged ATF strainer
No or low 1st clutch pressure 1st clutch

No or low 2nd clutch pressure 2nd clutch
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No or low 3rd clutch pressure 3rd clutch

No or low 4th clutch pressure 4th clutch
 Shift fork shaft
No or low 4th clutch pressure in R
 4th clutch
 Lock-up control valve
No or low torque converter clutch pressure  Lock-up shift valve
 Shift solenoid valve C
90. Install the front splash shield (see FRONT SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT ).
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SECONDARY VALVE BODY REPLACEMENT
3. Remove the starter (see STARTER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
4. Disconnect these connectors:
 Shift solenoid valve A connector (A)
 Shift solenoid valve B connector (B)
 Shift solenoid valve C connector (C)
 Line pressure solenoid valve A connector (D)
Fig. 165: Identifying A, B And C Connectors And Line Pressure Solenoid Valve A Connector
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5. Remove the harness clamps (E).

 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A connector (A)
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B connector (B)
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C connector (C)
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D connector (D)
 Transmission fluid pressure switch B (3rd clutch) connector (E)
 Transmission fluid pressure switch E (6th clutch) connector (F)
 Line pressure switch connector (G)
 Transmission range switch connector (H)
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Fig. 166: Identifying A, B, C And D, Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch E, Line Pressure
Switch And Transmission Range Switch Connectors
7. Remove the bolt (I) securing the harness cover (J), and remove the harness clamp (K).
8. Remove the harness cover bracket (A).
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Fig. 167: Identifying Harness Cover Bracket
9. Raise the vehicle on a lift, and make sure it is supported securely.

11. Remove the harness clamp (A), then remove the ATF dipstick (B) and the ATF dipstick guide tube (C)
with the O-ring (D).
Fig. 168: Identifying Clamp, ATF Dipstick, ATF Dipstick Guide Tube And O-Ring
12. Remove the secondary valve body (A) and the gasket (B). Remove the ATF pipes (C).
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NOTE: There are 11 ATF pipes. Do not drop the ATF pipes into the transmission.
If an ATF pipe is dropped into the transmission, the transmission will need
to be disassembled to recover the pipe(s).
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Fig. 169: Identifying Secondary Valve Body, Gasket And ATF Pipes
13. Replace the secondary valve body.

14. Clean the mounting surfaces of the transmission housing. Do not allow dust or other foreign particles to
enter the transmission.
15. Apply ATF to new O-rings (A), and install the O-rings over the ATF pipes (B). Then install the ATF
pipes with the filter ends (C) facing the secondary valve body (D) into the transmission.
Fig. 170: Identifying O-Ring, Atf Pipes, Filter Ends And Secondary Valve Body With Torque
Specifications
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16. Install a new gasket (E) to the transmission housing.

17. Install the secondary valve body while aligning the ATF pipes with the pipe holes on the secondary valve
body, and secure the secondary valve body with the bolts.
18. Install the dipstick guide tube (A) with a new O-ring (B), the dipstick (C), and the harness clamp (D).
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Fig. 171: Identifying Dipstick Guide Tube, O-Ring, Dipstick And Harness Clamp With Torque
Specifications
19. Install the harness cover bracket (A).

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Fig. 172: Identifying Harness Cover Bracket With Torque Specifications

20. Install the bolt (A) securing the harness cover (B), and install the harness clamp (C).
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Fig. 173: Identifying Bolt, Harness Cover And Harness Clamp With Torque Specifications
21. Connect these connectors:

 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A connector (D)
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B connector (E)
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C connector (F)
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D connector (G)
 Transmission fluid pressure switch B (3rd clutch) connector (H)
 Transmission fluid pressure switch E (6th clutch) connector (I)
 Line pressure switch connector (J)
 Transmission range switch connector (K)
22. Install the harness clamps (A).

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Fig. 174: Identifying Harness Clamps, A, B, C And D Connector And Line Pressure Solenoid Valve
A Connector

 Shift solenoid valve A connector (B)
 Shift solenoid valve B connector (C)
 Shift solenoid valve C connector (D)
 Line pressure solenoid valve A connector (E)
25. Install the starter (see STARTER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
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3. Select Shift Solenoid Valve A or B in the Miscellaneous Test Menu on the HDS.
4. Check that shift solenoid valve A or B operates with the HDS. A clicking sound should be heard.
 If a clicking sound is heard, the solenoid valve is OK. The test is complete, disconnect the HDS.
 If no clicking sound is heard, go to step 5 and test the solenoid valve.

8. Remove the secondary valve body (see SECONDARY VALVE BODY REPLACEMENT ).
9. Measure the resistance of the shift solenoid valve between connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2.
Standard: 13.8 - 17.1 ohms
 If the resistance is out of the standard, replace the secondary valve body, then go to step 11.
 If the resistance is within the standard, go to step 10 and check the solenoid valve for a clicking
sound.
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Fig. 176: Measuring Resistance Of Shift Solenoid Valve Between Connector Terminals No. 1
And No. 2
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10. Connect a jumper wire from the negative battery terminal to shift solenoid valve A or B connector
terminal No. 1, and connect another jumper wire from the positive battery terminal to connector terminal
No. 2.
 If a clicking sound is heard, repair the wire between the PCM connector terminal and the defective
shift solenoid valve, then go to step 11.
 If no clicking sound is heard, replace the secondary valve body, then go to step 11.
11. Install the secondary valve body (see SECONDARY VALVE BODY REPLACEMENT ).
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3. Select Shift Solenoid Valve C in the Miscellaneous Test Menu on the HDS.
4. Check that shift solenoid valve C operates with the HDS. A clicking sound should be heard.

6. Remove the ATF dipstick.
7. Remove the harness clamps (A).
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Fig. 178: Identifying Harness Clamps
8. Disconnect the shift solenoid valve C connector (A), and remove shift solenoid valve C with the O-rings
(B).
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Fig. 179: Identifying Shift Solenoid Valve C Connector And O-Rings With Torque Specifications
9. Measure the resistance of the shift solenoid valve between connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2.
If the resistance is out of the standard, go to step 14 and replace the shift solenoid valve.
sound and operation.
10. Connect a tube (A) to shift solenoid valve C.
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Fig. 180: Identifying Tube, Air Exhaust Valve And Shift Solenoid Valve C
11. Connect a jumper wire from the negative battery terminal to shift solenoid valve C connector terminal
No. 1, and connect another jumper wire from the positive battery terminal to connector terminal No. 2.
 If a clicking sound is heard, go to step 12.
 If no clicking sound is heard, go to step 14 and replace the shift solenoid valve.
12. Connect a jumper wire from the negative battery terminal to shift solenoid valve C connector terminal
No. 1, and connect another jumper wire from the positive battery terminal to connector terminal No. 2.
Blow the air to the tube.
 If the air goes out of the port (B), go to step 13.
 If the air does not go out of the port (B), go to step 14 and replace the shift solenoid valve.
13. Disconnect the jumper wires from the shift solenoid valve C connector. Blow air into the tube (A):
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 If the air goes out of the port (B), go to step 14 and replace shift solenoid valve C.
 If the air does not go out of the port (B), repair the wire between the PCM connector terminal and
shift solenoid valve C.
14. Install new O-rings (three O-rings per solenoid valve) on the solenoid valve.
NOTE: A new solenoid valve comes with new O-rings. If you install a new
solenoid valve, use the O-rings provided with it.
15. Install shift solenoid valve C, and connect the shift solenoid valve C connector.
16. Connect the harness clamps.
17. Install the ATF dipstick.
LINE PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE A TEST

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3. Select Line Pressure Solenoid Valve A in the Miscellaneous Test Menu on the HDS.
4. Check that line pressure solenoid valve A operates with the HDS. A clicking sound should be heard.

8. Remove the secondary valve body (see SECONDARY VALVE BODY REPLACEMENT ).
9. Measure the resistance of line pressure solenoid valve A between connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2.
 If the resistance is out of the standard, replace the secondary valve body, then go to step 11.
sound.
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Fig. 182: Identifying Line Pressure Solenoid Valve

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10. Connect a jumper wire from the negative battery terminal to line pressure solenoid valve A connector
No. 2.
 If a clicking sound is heard, repair the wire between the PCM connector terminal and line pressure
solenoid valve A, then go to step 11.
 If no clicking sound is heard, replace the secondary valve body, then go to step 11.
11. Install the secondary valve body (see SECONDARY VALVE BODY REPLACEMENT ).
A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D

TEST
1. Connect the HDS to the DLC (A) located under the driver's of the dashboard.
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3. Select Clutch Pressure Control (Linear) Solenoid Valve A, B, C, and D individually in the Miscellaneous
Test Menu on the HDS.
4. Test A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A, B, C, and D individually with the HDS.
 If the valves test OK, the test is complete. Disconnect the HDS.
 If any of the valves do not test OK, follow the instructions on the HDS.
 If any of the valves do not test OK, and the HDS does not determine the cause, go to step 5.
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7. Disconnect the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A, B, C, or D connector.
Fig. 184: Identifying A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve A, B, C, Or D Connector
8. Measure the resistance between connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2 for each A/T clutch pressure control
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 If the resistance is out of the standard, replace the secondary valve body (see SECONDARY
 If the resistance is within the standard, go to step 9.
9. Connect a jumper wire from the negative battery terminal to solenoid valve A, B, C, and D connector
No. 1 individually.
 If an operating sound is heard, the solenoid valve is OK. Reconnect the connector, and install all
removed parts.
 If no operating sound is heard, replace the secondary valve body (see SECONDARY VALVE
BODY REPLACEMENT ).
INPUT SHAFT (MAINSHAFT) SPEED SENSOR REPLACEMENT
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1. Raise the vehicle on a lift, or apply the parking brake, block both rear wheels, and raise the front of the
vehicle. Make sure it is securely supported.
3. Disconnect the input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor connector, and remove the input shaft (mainshaft)
speed sensor (A).
Fig. 185: Identifying Input Shaft Speed Sensor With Torque Specifications
4. Install a new O-ring (B) on the new input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor, then install the input shaft
(mainshaft) speed sensor.
5. Check the connector for corrosion, dirt, or oil, and clean or repair if necessary, then connect the connector
securely.
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OUTPUT SHAFT (COUNTERSHAFT) SPEED SENSOR REPLACEMENT

3. Disconnect the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor connector, and remove the output shaft
(countershaft) speed sensor (A).
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Fig. 186: Identifying Output Shaft Speed Sensor With Torque Specifications
4. Install a new O-ring (B) on the new output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor, then install the output shaft
securely.
TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH A (2ND CLUTCH)

REPLACEMENT
3. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) connector, and remove transmission
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fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) and the sealing washer (B).
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Fig. 187: Identifying Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch And Sealing Washer With Torque
Specifications
4. Install a new transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) with a new sealing washer, and tighten the
switch.
securely.
TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH B (3RD CLUTCH)

REPLACEMENT
3. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch B (3rd clutch) connector, and remove transmission
fluid pressure switch B (3rd clutch) and the sealing washer (A).
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Fig. 188: Identifying Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch B And Sealing Washer With Torque
Specifications
4. Install a new transmission fluid pressure switch B (3rd clutch) with a new sealing washer, and tighten the
switch.
securely.
TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH C (4TH CLUTCH)

REPLACEMENT
3. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch) connector, and remove transmission fluid
pressure switch C (4th clutch) and the sealing washer (A).
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Fig. 189: Identifying Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch And Sealing Washer With Torque
Specifications
4. Install a new transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch) with a new sealing washer, and tighten the
switch.
securely.
TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH D (5TH CLUTCH)

REPLACEMENT
3. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch D (5th clutch) connector, and remove transmission
fluid pressure switch D (5th clutch) and the sealing washer (A).
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Fig. 190: Identifying Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch D And Sealing Washer With Torque
Specifications
4. Install a new transmission fluid pressure switch D (5th clutch) with a new sealing washer, and tighten the
switch.
securely.
TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH E (6TH CLUTCH)

REPLACEMENT
3. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch E (6th clutch) connector, and remove transmission fluid
pressure switch E (6th clutch) and the sealing washer (A).
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Fig. 191: Identifying Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch E And Sealing Washer With Torque
Specifications
4. Install a new transmission fluid pressure switch E (6th clutch) with a new sealing washer, and tighten the
switch.
securely.
LINE PRESSURE SWITCH REPLACEMENT

3. Disconnect the line pressure switch connector, and remove the line pressure switch (A) and the sealing
washer (B).
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Fig. 192: Identifying Line Pressure Switch And Sealing Washer With Torque Specifications
4. Install a new line pressure switch with a new sealing washer, and tighten the switch.
securely.
ATF TEMPERATURE SENSOR REPLACEMENT

3. Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the automatic transmission fluid (ATF).
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Fig. 193: Identifying Drain Plug And Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) With Torque
Specifications
4. Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).

5. Disconnect the ATF temperature sensor connector (A), then remove the ATF temperature sensor (B).
Fig. 194: Identifying ATF Temperature Sensor Connector And ATF Temperature Sensor With
Torque Specifications
6. Install a new O-ring (C) on a new ATF temperature sensor, and install the ATF temperature sensor.
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securely.
8. Refill the transmission with ATF (see ATF REPLACEMENT ).
ATF LEVEL CHECK
NOTE:  Keep all foreign particles out of the transmission.

 Check the fluid level within 60- 90 seconds after turning the engine off.
 Higher fluid level may be indicated if the radiator fan comes on twice or
more.
1. Park the vehicle on the level ground.
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2. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on), then turn the engine off.
3. Remove the ATF dipstick (yellow loop) (A) from the dipstick guide tube, and wipe it with a clean cloth.
Fig. 195: Identifying ATF Dipstick (Yellow Loop), Dipstick Guide Tube, Notch And Guide Tab
4. Insert the dipstick back into the dipstick guide tube (B) aligning the notch (C) with the guide tab (D).
5. Remove the dipstick and check the fluid level. It should be between the upper mark (A) and the lower
mark (B).
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Fig. 196: Identifying Upper And Lower Mark On Dipstick
6. If the ATF level is below the lower mark, check for fluid leaks at the transmission, the hoses, and the line
joints. If a problem is found, fix it before filling the transmission with ATF.
NOTE: If the vehicle is driven when the ATF level is below the lower mark, one or
more of these symptoms may occur:
 Transmission damage.
 Vehicle does not move in any gear.
 Vehicle accelerates poorly, and flares when starting off in forward and reverse positions.
 The engine vibrates at idle.
7. If the ATF level is above the upper mark, drain the ATF to proper level (see ATF REPLACEMENT ).
NOTE: If the vehicle is driven when the ATF level is above the upper mark, the
vehicle may creep forward while in N, or have shifting problems.
8. If necessary, fill the transmission with the recommended fluid through the filler hole (A) to bring the fluid
level between the upper mark and the lower mark of the dipstick. Do not fill past the upper mark. Always
use Acura ATF DW-1 Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF). Using a non-Acura ATF can affect shift
quality.
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Fig. 197: Identifying Filler Hole & Bolt With Torque Specifications
9. Install the ATF filler bolt (B) with a new sealing washer (C).
10. Insert the dipstick back into the dipstick guide tube.
ATF REPLACEMENT
NOTE: Keep all foreign particles out of the transmission.
1. Park the vehicle on the level ground.

2. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on), and turn the engine off.
3. Raise the vehicle on a lift, make sure it is securely supported.
6. Remove the ATF filler bolt (A) and the sealing washer (B).
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Fig. 198: Identifying Filler Bolt And Sealing Washer
NOTE: If a cooler cleaning is necessary, refer to the ATF COOLER CLEANING.
Fig. 199: Identifying Drain Plug And Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) With Torque
Specifications
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9. Refill the transmission with the recommended fluid through the filler hole (A). Always use Acura ATF
DW-1 Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF). Using a non-Acura ATF can affect shift quality.
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity
With SH-AWD:
3.1 L (3.3 US qt) at change
7.8 L (8.2 US qt) at overhaul
Without SH-AWD:
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Fig. 200: Identifying Filler Hole, Filler Bolt And Sealing Washer With Torque Specifications
10. Install the ATF filler bolt (B) with a new sealing washer (C).
11. Remove the ATF dipstick (A).
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Fig. 201: Identifying ATF Dipstick, Upper And Lower Mark On Dipstick
12. Make sure the fluid level is between the upper mark (B) and the lower mark (C) on the dipstick, then
insert the dipstick back into the dipstick guide tube.
15. If the Maintenance Minder required ATF replacement, reset the Maintenance Minder (see
MAINTENANCE MINDER™ ), and this procedure is complete. If the Maintenance Minder did not
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18. Select GAUGES in the BODY ELECTRICAL with the HDS.
19. Select ADJUSTMENT in the GAUGES with the HDS.
20. Select MAINTENANCE MINDER in the ADJUSTMENT with the HDS.
21. Select RESET in the MAINTENANCE MINDER with the HDS.
22. Select MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM 3 RESET in the RESET with the HDS, and reset the ATF life with
the HDS.
TRANSMISSION REMOVAL
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 Engine Support Hanger, A and Reds AAR-T1256*

 2008 V6 Attachment Arm SIL02C000033*
 Engine Hanger Balance Bar VSB02C000019*
 Subframe Adapter VSB02C000016*
*: Available through the Acura Tool and Equipment Program 888-424-6857.
NOTE:  Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.

 Special tool Reds engine support hanger AAR-T1256 must be used with
the side engine mount installed.
1. Remove the engine compartment covers (see ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER

REPLACEMENT ).
2. Disconnect the support strut from the pivot ball on both sides (bolted to the hood). Raise and secure the
hood in a vertical position. Remove the passenger's side pivot ball and install it into the lower threaded
hole, then reattach the support strut.
NOTE: Do not attempt to close the hood with the support strut in the vertical
position; it will damage the support strut and the hood.
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Fig. 203: Installing Pivot Ball Into Lower Threaded Hole And Reattach Support Strut

5. Remove the strut brace (see FRAME BRACE REPLACEMENT ).
6. Remove the steering joint cover (A).
Fig. 204: Identifying Steering Joint Cover, Upper And Lower Steering Joint Bolt
7. Loosen the upper steering joint bolt (B) and the lower steering bolt (C).
8. Center the steering wheel spokes, and install a commercially available steering wheel holder tool (A).
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Fig. 205: Holding Steering Wheel Using Holder Tool
9. Remove the lower steering joint bolt (A). Disconnect the steering joint (B) by sliding the steering joint
into the column shaft (C). Tighten the upper steering joint bolt (D) to hold the steering joint in place.
NOTE: Do not disconnect the steering joint from the column shaft.
Fig. 206: Identifying Lower Steering Joint Bolt, Steering Joint, Column Shaft And Upper Steering
Joint Bolt
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10. Remove the center guide (A) (if equipped) from the top of the pinion shaft (B), and discard it.
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Fig. 207: Identifying Center Guide And Pinion Shaft
11. Wrap vinyl tape over the splines on the pinion shaft.
12. Remove the ATF dipstick, then remove the starter (see STARTER REMOVAL AND
INSTALLATION ).
13. Remove the bolt (A) securing the harness cover (B), and remove the harness clamp (C).
Fig. 208: Identifying Bolt, Harness Cover, Clamp And Clamp Bracket
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14. Remove the clamp bracket (D).

15. Remove the harness clamp (A), and remove the clamp bracket (B).
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Fig. 209: Identifying Harness Clamp And Clamp Bracket
16. Remove the spring clip (A) and the control pin (B), then separate the shift cable end (C) from the selector
control lever (D).
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Fig. 210: Identifying Spring Clip, Control Pin, Shift Cable End And Selector Control Lever
17. Check the bushing (E) in the shift cable end for proper fit and wear. If the bushing is loose or worn,
replace the shift cable (see SHIFT CABLE REPLACEMENT ).
18. Remove the nuts (A) securing the shift cable bracket (B).
Fig. 211: Identifying Nuts And Shift Cable Bracket

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 Shift solenoid valve A connector (A)
 Shift solenoid valve B connector (B)
 Shift solenoid valve C connector (C)
 Line pressure solenoid valve A connector (D)
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Fig. 212: Identifying Shift Solenoid Valve A, B And C Connector And Line Pressure Solenoid
Valve A Connector
20. Remove the harness clamps (E).

 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A connector (A)
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B connector (B)
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C connector (C)
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D connector (D)
 Transmission fluid pressure switch B (3rd clutch) connector (E)
 Transmission fluid pressure switch E (6th clutch) connector (F)
 Line pressure switch connector (G)
 Transmission range switch connector (H)

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Fig. 213: Identifying Different Connectors, Bolts, Harness Cover And Harness Clamp
22. Remove the bolt (I) securing the harness cover (J), and remove the harness clamp (K).
23. Remove the harness cover bracket (A).
Fig. 214: Identifying Cover Bracket

24. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) connector (A) and the transmission fluid
pressure switch D (5th clutch) connector (B).
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Fig. 215: Identifying Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch A Connector And Transmission Fluid
Pressure Switch D Connector
25. Remove the bolt (A) securing the connector bracket (B) from the front cylinder head; use the bracket bolt
hole (C) to attach the engine hanger balance bar front arm.
Fig. 216: Identifying Bolt, Connector Bracket And Bracket Bolt Hole
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26. Remove the harness clamp (A), then remove the bolt (B) securing the engine mount control solenoid
valve bracket (C) from the rear cylinder head; use the bracket bolt hole (D) to attach the 2008 V6
attachment arm.
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Fig. 217: Identifying Harness Clamp, Bolt, Vacuum Hose And Control Solenoid Valve Bracket
27. Disconnect the vacuum hose (E).

28. Install the engine hanger balance bar (VSB02C000019). Attach the front arm (A) to the front cylinder
head with a 10 mm (0.39 in) spacer (B) and a 10 x 1.25 mm bolt (C). Remove the rear arm from the
engine hanger balance bar, then install the 2008 V6 attachment arm (SIL02C000033). Attach the 2008 V6
attachment arm to the rear cylinder head with a 10 mm (0.39 in) spacer (D) and an 8 x 1.25 mm bolt (E).
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Fig. 218: Identifying Front Arm, Spacer And Bolt Of Engine Hanger Balance Bar
29. Install the engine support hanger (AAR-T1256) onto the vehicle as shown, and attach the hook to the
slotted hole in the engine hanger balance bar. Tighten the wing nut (F) by hand, and lift and support the
transmission.
NOTE:  Be careful when working around the windshield.

 AAR-T1256 two sets required for stacking two cross section bars.
30. Remove the upper transmission housing mounting bolts.
Fig. 219: Removing Upper Transmission Housing Mounting Bolts

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31. Remove the upper transmission mount bracket bolts (A) (B), and remove the bolt (C) securing the clamp
bracket.
NOTE: Do not remove the bolt (D) from the upper transmission mount. If the bolt
is removed, the upper transmission mount must be replaced as an
assembly.
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Fig. 220: Identifying Bracket Bolts And Transmission Assembly Bolts
32. Remove the vacuum hose (A) from the vacuum pipe (B), and remove the vacuum pipe from its clamp
(C).
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Fig. 221: Identifying Vacuum Hose, Vacuum Pipe, Front Engine Mount Bolt, Clamp Bracket And
Clamp
33. Remove the front engine mount stop (D) and the clamp bracket (E), and remove the front engine mount
bolt (F).
34. Remove the rear engine mount stop (A) and the heat shield (B), and remove the rear engine mount bolt
(C).
Fig. 222: Identifying Rear Engine Mount Stop, Heat Shield And Rear Engine Mount Bolt
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35. Disconnect the EPS connectors (A) and remove the harness clamps (B).
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Fig. 223: Identifying EPS Connectors And Harness Clamps
36. Raise the vehicle on a lift, and make sure it is securely supported.
37. Remove the front wheels.
39. Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the ATF.
Fig. 224: Identifying Drain Plug And Sealing Washer With Torque Specifications
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41. Disconnect the ATF temperature sensor connector (A), then remove the harness clamp (B).
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Fig. 225: Identifying ATF Temperature Sensor Connector And Harness Clamp
42. Disconnect the transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch) connector (A), then remove the harness
clamp (B).
Fig. 226: Identifying Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch C (4th Clutch) Connector And Harness
Clamp
43. Disconnect the input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor connector (A) and the output shaft (countershaft)
speed sensor connector (B), then remove the harness clamps (C).
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Fig. 227: Identifying Input And Output Shaft Speed Sensor Connectors And Harness Clamps
44. Remove the ATF cooler hoses (A) from the ATF cooler lines (B). Turn the ends of the cooler hoses up to
prevent ATF from flowing out, then plug the cooler hoses and the lines.
Fig. 228: Identifying ATF Cooler Hoses And Cooler Lines

45. Remove the ATF cooler hoses (A) from the ATF cooler lines (B). Turn the ends of the cooler hoses up to
prevent ATF from flowing out, then plug the cooler hoses and the lines.
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Fig. 229: Identifying ATF Cooler Hoses And Cooler Lines
46. Remove the front subframe stiffener.
Fig. 230: Removing Front Subframe Stiffener

47. Remove exhaust pipe A and the under-floor three way catalytic converter (TWC):
 With SH-AWD (see J37A4 ENGINE (WITH SH-AWD) ).
 Without SH-AWD (see EXHAUST PIPE AND MUFFLER REPLACEMENT ).
48. With SH-AWD: Remove the propeller shaft (see PROPELLER SHAFT REMOVAL ).
49. With SH-AWD: Disconnect the breather hose (A) from the breather pipe (B) on the transfer assembly,
and remove the breather hose from the clamp (C).
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Fig. 231: Identifying Breather Hose, Breather Pipe And Clamp
50. With SH-AWD: Remove the transfer assembly from the transmission.
Fig. 232: Removing Transfer Assembly From Transmission

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51. Remove the cotter pins (A) and the nuts (B), and separate the tie-rod end ball joints (C) from the knuckles
(see KNUCKLE/HUB/WHEEL BEARING REPLACEMENT ).
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Fig. 233: Identifying Cotter Pins, Nuts, Tie-Rod End Ball Joints, Damper Fork Mounting Bolts And
Nuts
52. Remove the damper fork mounting bolts (D) and nuts (E).
53. Remove the cotter pins (F) and the castle nuts (G), and separate the lower arms (H) from the knuckles
(see LOWER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
54. Remove the left side driveshaft from the differential and the right side driveshaft from the intermediate
shaft. Coat all precision machined surfaces with clean engine oil, then put plastic bags over the driveshaft
ends. Support the driveshafts on both sides with nylon straps.
NOTE: Plug the left side driveshaft hole to prevent dirt and solvent from entering
the transmission.
Fig. 234: Identifying Driveshafts With Nylon Straps

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55. Remove the torque converter cover (A), and remove the drive plate bolts (B) (8) while rotating the
crankshaft pulley.
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Fig. 235: Identifying Torque Converter Cover And Drive Plate Bolts
56. Remove the lower transmission mount bolts (A) and the transmission ground terminal bracket (B).
Fig. 236: Identifying Lower Transmission Mount Bolts And Transmission Ground Terminal
Bracket
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57. Loosen both front subframe middle mount bolts.
Fig. 237: Loosening Front Subframe Middle Mount Bolts
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58. Attach the subframe adapter (VSB02C000016) to the front subframe by looping the strap (A) over the
front of the front subframe, then secure the strap with the stop (B), then tighten the wing nut (C).
Fig. 238: Identifying Strap, Stop And Wing Nut Of Subframe Adapter
59. Raise the jack and line up the slots in the arms with the bolt holes on the corner of the jack base, then
tighten the bolts.
60. Remove the four bolts securing the stiffeners (A) and the four bolts securing the front subframe (B), then
lower the front subframe.
NOTE: Check that the front subframe is free of the ATF cooler hoses and the
electrical wiring.
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Fig. 239: Identifying Stiffeners And Front Subframe
61. Support the transmission with a transmission jack.

62. Remove the intermediate shaft (A). Coat all precision machined surfaces with clean engine oil, then put
plastic bags over intermediate shaft ends.
NOTE: Plug the intermediate shaft hole (B) to prevent dirt and solvent from
entering the transmission.
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Fig. 240: Identifying Intermediate Shaft And Intermediate Shaft Hole

63. Remove the front engine mount bracket.
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Fig. 241: Removing Front Engine Mount Bracket
64. Remove the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor cover (A), and disconnect the CKP sensor connector (B).
Fig. 242: Identifying Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Cover And CKP Sensor Connector
65. Remove the lower transmission housing mounting bolts.

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Front side
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Fig. 243: Removing Lower Transmission Housing Mounting Bolts (Front Side)
Rear side
Fig. 244: Removing Lower Transmission Housing Mounting Bolts (Rear Side)
66. Lower the transmission by loosening the wing nut of the engine support hanger, and tilt the engine just
enough for the transmission to clear its end from the side frame.
67. Slide the transmission away from the engine to remove it from the vehicle.
68. Remove the torque converter (A), the O-ring (B), and the dowel pins (C).
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Fig. 245: Identifying Torque Converter, O-Ring And Dowel Pins
69. Inspect the drive plate, and replace it if it is damaged (see DRIVE PLATE REMOVAL AND
INSTALLATION ).
DRIVE PLATE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

1. Remove the transmission assembly (see TRANSMISSION REMOVAL ).
2. Remove the drive plate (A) and the washer (B) from the engine.
Fig. 246: Identifying Drive Plate And Washer With Torque Specifications
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3. Install the drive plate and the washer on the engine crankshaft, and tighten the eight bolts in a crisscross
pattern in at least two steps.
4. Install the transmission assembly (see TRANSMISSION INSTALLATION ).
TRANSMISSION INSTALLATION
 2008 V6 Attachment Arm SIL02C000033

 Engine Support Hanger, A and Reds AAR-T1256*
 Engine Hanger Balance Bar VSB02C000019*
 Subframe Adapter VSB02C000016*
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NOTE: Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
1. If you did not clean the ATF cooler after removing the transmission, and you are installing an overhauled
or remanufactured transmission, clean the ATF cooler (see ATF COOLER CLEANING ), failure to do
this can cause a repeat transmission failure.
2. Install a new O-ring (A) on the torque converter (B), then install the torque converter on the mainshaft
(C).
NOTE: Make sure the torque converter is fully engaged on the mainshaft, the
stator shaft, and the ATF pump drive gear. Failure to do so will result in
severe transmission or engine damage.
Fig. 247: Identifying O-Ring, Torque Converter, Dowel Pins And Mainshaft
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3. Install the 14x20 mm dowel pin (D) and the 10x20 mm dowel pin (E) in the torque converter housing.
4. Place the transmission on the jack, and raise it to the engine level.
5. Attach the transmission to the engine, and install the lower transmission housing mounting bolts.
Front side
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Fig. 248: Installing Lower Transmission Housing Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications
(Front Side)
Rear side
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Fig. 249: Installing Lower Transmission Housing Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications (Rear
Side)
6. Connect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor connector (A), and install the CKP sensor cover (B).
Fig. 250: Identifying Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Connector And CKP Sensor Cover With
7. Install the front engine mount bracket with new bolts.

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Fig. 251: Installing Front Engine Mount Bracket With New Bolts With Torque Specifications
8. Install a new set ring (A) on the intermediate shaft (B).
Fig. 252: Identifying Set Ring And Intermediate Shaft With Torque Specifications
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9. Clean the areas where the intermediate shaft contacts the transmission (differential) with solvent, and dry
with compressed air. Apply ATF to the intermediate shaft splines (C), then install the intermediate shaft,
be sure not to allow dust or other foreign particles to enter the transmission.
NOTE: Insert the intermediate shaft carefully to prevent damaging the oil seal (D).
10. Install a new set ring (A) on the left driveshaft (B).
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Fig. 253: Identifying Set Ring And Left Driveshaft
11. Clean the areas where the left driveshaft contacts the transmission (differential) with solvent, and dry with
compressed air. Then install the left driveshaft, be sure not to allow dust or other foreign particles to enter
the transmission. Turn the steering knuckle fully outward, and slide the driveshaft into the differential
until you feel its set ring fully engages the side gear.
NOTE: Insert the left driveshaft horizontally to prevent damaging the oil seal (C).
12. Apply the recommended grease to the right driveshaft inboard joint splines (see FRONT DRIVESHAFT
INSTALLATION ).
13. Slide the right driveshaft over the intermediate shaft splines until you feel the driveshaft fully engages the
intermediate shaft set ring.
14. Set the subframe adapter (VSB02C000016) to the front subframe by looping the strap (A) over the front
of the front subframe, then secure the strap with the stop (B), then tighten the wing nut (C).
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Fig. 254: Identifying Strap, Stop And Wing Nut
15. Raise the front subframe up to the body, then loosely install new front subframe mounting bolts (A), the
front stiffener mounting bolts (B), and new rear stiffener mounting bolts (C).
Fig. 255: Identifying Front Subframe Mounting Bolts, Front Stiffener Mounting Bolts And Rear
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Stiffener Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications

16. Align the front subframe with the subframe alignment pin (see SUBFRAME REPLACEMENT ).
17. Remove the jack and the subframe adapter.
18. Replace the front subframe middle mount bolts, then tighten the bolts to the specified torque.
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Fig. 256: Tightening Bolts To Specified Torque With Torque Specifications
19. Install the lower transmission mount bolts (A) and the transmission ground terminal bracket (B).
Fig. 257: Identifying Lower Transmission Mount Bolts And Transmission Ground Terminal
Bracket With Torque Specifications
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20. Attach the torque converter to the drive plate (A) with eight bolts (B). Rotate the crankshaft pulley as
necessary to tighten the bolt to half of the specified torque, then to the final torque, in a crisscross pattern.
After tightening the last bolt, check that the crankshaft rotates freely.
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Fig. 258: Identifying Drive Plate, Torque Converter Cover And Bolts Of Transmission With
21. Install the torque converter cover (C).

22. Install the ball joints (A) to each lower arm (B).
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Fig. 259: Identifying Ball Joints, Damper Fork Bolts, Nuts, Cotter Pins And Lower Arm With
23. Install new damper fork mounting bolts (C) and nuts (D), and secure the ball joints with new castle nuts
(E).
NOTE: Do not install the cotter pin (F) onto the castle nut until the castle nut
tightened to the specified torque.
24. Install the tie-rod end ball joints (G) to the knuckles with nuts (H), and install new cotter pins (I).
25. With SH-AWD: Install the dowel pin (A) in the transmission, and install the transfer assembly (B) on the
transmission.
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Fig. 260: Identifying Dowel Pin And Transfer Assembly With Torque Specifications
26. With SH-AWD: Connect the breather hose (A) over the breather pipe (B) with facing the dot mark (C) to
the rear side of the vehicle, and install the breather hose to the clamp (D) at the dot mark (E).
Fig. 261: Identifying Breather Hose, Breather Pipe Dot Mark, Clamp And Dot Mark
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27. With SH-AWD: Install the propeller shaft (see PROPELLER SHAFT INSTALLATION ).
28. Install exhaust pipe A and the under-floor three way catalytic converter (TWC):
 With SH-AWD (see J37A4 ENGINE (WITH SH-AWD) ).
 Without SH-AWD (see EXHAUST PIPE AND MUFFLER REPLACEMENT ).
29. Install the front subframe stiffener with new mounting bolts.
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Fig. 262: Installing Front Subframe Stiffener With Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications
30. Connect the ATF cooler hoses (A) to the ATF cooler lines (B), then secure the hoses with the clips (C)
(see ATF COOLER HOSE REPLACEMENT ).
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Fig. 263: Identifying ATF Cooler Lines And Hoses And Clips
31. Connect the ATF cooler hoses (A) to the ATF cooler lines (B), then secure the hoses with the clips (C)
(see ATF COOLER HOSE REPLACEMENT ).
Fig. 264: ATF Cooler Hoses And Lines And Clips

32. Connect the input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor connector (A) and the output shaft (countershaft) speed
sensor connector (B), then install the harness clamps (C).
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Fig. 265: Identifying Input And Output Shaft Speed Sensor Connector And Harness Clamps
33. Connect the transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch) connector (A), then install the harness
clamp (B).
Fig. 266: Identifying Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch C Connector And Harness Clamp
34. Connect the ATF temperature sensor connector (A), then install the harness clamp (B).
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Fig. 267: Identifying ATF Temperature Sensor Connector And Harness Clamp
35. Connect the EPS connectors (A) and install the harness clamps (B).
Fig. 268: Identifying EPS Connectors And Harness Clamps

36. Install new upper transmission housing mounting bolts.

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Fig. 269: Installing Upper Transmission Housing Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications
37. Install new upper transmission mount bracket bolts (A) (B), and install the bolt (C) securing the clamp
bracket.
NOTE: If bolt (D) was removed by mistake during removal, the upper transmission
mount bracket must be replaced as an assembly.
Fig. 270: Identifying Mount Bracket And Bolts With Torque Specifications
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38. Install a new rear engine mount bolt (A), then install the rear engine mount stop (B) and the heat shield
(C) with new nuts (D).
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Fig. 271: Identifying Rear Engine Mount Bolt, Rear Engine Mount Stop And Heat Shield Nuts
39. Install a new front engine mount bolt (A), then install the front engine mount stop (B) and the clamp
bracket (C) with new nuts (D).
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Fig. 272: Identifying Front Engine Mount Stop And Bolt, Vacuum Pipe And Hose And Clamp
Bracket Nuts With Torque Specifications
40. Install the vacuum hose (E) to the vacuum pipe (F), and install the vacuum pipe on its clamp (G).
41. Remove the engine support hanger, the engine hanger balance bar, and the 2008 V6 attachment arm.
42. Install the connector bracket to the front cylinder head.
Fig. 273: Installing Connector Bracket To Front Cylinder Head With Torque Specifications
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43. Install the engine mount control solenoid valve bracket to the rear cylinder head, then install the harness
clamp (A).
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Fig. 274: Identifying Harness Clamp And Vacuum Hose With Torque Specifications
44. Connect the vacuum hose (B).

45. Connect the transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) connector (A) and the transmission fluid
pressure switch D (5th clutch) connector (B).
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Fig. 275: Identifying Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch A Connector And Transmission Fluid
Pressure Switch D Connector
46. Install the harness cover bracket (A).
Fig. 276: Installing Harness Cover Bracket With Torque Specifications

47. Install the bolt (A) securing the harness cover (B), and install the harness clamp (C).
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Fig. 277: Identifying Bolt, Harness Cover And Harness Clamp With Torque Specifications

 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A connector (D)
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B connector (E)
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C connector (F)
 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D connector (G)
 Transmission fluid pressure switch B (3rd clutch) connector (H)
 Transmission fluid pressure switch E (6th clutch) connector (I)
 Line pressure switch connector (J)
 Transmission range switch connector (K)
49. Install the harness clamps (A).

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Fig. 278: Identifying Solenoid Valve A, B And C Connectors And Line Pressure Solenoid Valve A
Connector

 Shift solenoid valve A connector (B)
 Shift solenoid valve B connector (C)
 Shift solenoid valve C connector (D)
 Line pressure solenoid valve A connector (E)
51. Install the shift cable bracket (A).

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Fig. 279: Installing Shift Cable Bracket With Torque Specifications
52. Apply molybdenum grease to the hole in the bushing (A) in the shift cable end (B).
Fig. 280: Identifying Bushing, Shift Cable End, Control End, Control Pin And Spring Clip
53. Attach the shift cable end to the control lever (C), then insert the control pin (D) into the control lever
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hole through the shift cable end, and secure the control pin with the spring clip (E).
54. Install the clamp bracket (A), and install the harness clamp (B).
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Fig. 281: Identifying Clamp Bracket And Harness Clamp With Torque Specifications
55. Install the bolt (A) securing the harness cover (B) and install the harness clamp (C).
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Fig. 282: Identifying Harness Cover And Clamp And Bolts With Torque Specifications
56. Install the clamp bracket (D).

57. Install the starter (see STARTER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ) and install the ATF dipstick.
58. Loosen the upper steering joint bolt (A), and slip the lower end of the steering joint (B) onto the pinion
shaft (C).
Fig. 283: Identifying Upper Steering Bolts, Lower End Housing Steering Joint And Pinion Shaft
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59. Align the bolt hole (D) on the steering joint with the groove (E) around the pinion shaft, then loosely
install the lower steering joint bolt (F). Be sure that the joint bolt is securely in the groove in the pinion
shaft.
60. Remove the steering wheel holder tool (A).
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Fig. 284: Removing Steering Wheel Holder Tool
61. Tighten the upper and lower steering joint bolts (A) to the specified torque.
Fig. 285: Identifying Upper And Lower Steering Joint Bolts And Steering Joint Cover With Torque
Specifications
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62. Install the steering joint cover (B).

63. Install the strut brace (see FRAME BRACE REPLACEMENT ). Loosely install the strut brace
mounting nuts.
67. Place a floor jack under the lower arm, and raise the front suspension to load it with the vehicle's weight.
Do not place the jack against the ball joint pin of the knuckle. Tighten the damper fork mounting nuts
while holding the mounting bolt to 64 N.m (6.5 kgf.m, 47 lbf.ft)
68. Tighten the ball joint mounting castle nuts to 93 - 103 N.m (9.5 - 10.5 kgf.m, 69-75.9 lbf.ft), then install
new cotter pins onto the castle nuts, then bend the cotter pin ends (see LOWER ARM
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
69. Tighten the strut brace mounting nuts to 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft).
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70. Install the engine compartment covers (see ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER REPLACEMENT ).
71. Reinstall the hood support struts to the upper location on both sides of the hood.
73. Install the front wheels.
74. Set the parking brake. Start the engine, and shift the transmission through all positions three times. Check
the shift lever operation, the A/T gear position indicator operation, and the shift cable adjustment (see
SHIFT CABLE ADJUSTMENT ).
75. Check the front wheel alignment (see WHEEL ALIGNMENT ).
76. Start the engine in P or N, and warm it up to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).
77. Turn off the engine, and Check the ATF level (see ATF LEVEL CHECK ).
78. Do the road test (see ROAD TEST ).
ATF COOLER CLEANING

 ATF Cooler Cleaner GHTTTCF6H*

 Magnetic Nonbypass Spin-On Filter GTHGNBP2*
Before installing an overhauled or remanufactured automatic transmission, you must thoroughly clean the ATF
cooler to prevent system contamination. Failure to do so could cause a repeat automatic transmission failure.
The cleaning procedure involves heated ATF delivered under high pressure (100 psi). Check the security of all
hoses and connections. Always wear safety glasses or a face shield, along with gloves and protective clothing. If
you get ATF in your eyes or on your skin, rinse with water immediately.
WARNING:  Improper use of the ATF cooler cleaner can result in burns and other
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serious injuries.
 Always wear eye protection and protective clothing, and follow this
procedure.
1. Check the fluid in the cooler cleaner tank. (The fluid level should be 4.5 inches from the top of the filler
neck.) Adjust the level if needed; do not overfill. Use only Acura ATF DW-1; do not use any additives.
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Fig. 286: Identifying Filler Neck, Filler/Breather Tube And Tank Of Cooler Cleaner Tank
2. Plug the cooler cleaner into a 110 V grounded electrical outlet.
NOTE: Make sure the outlet has no other appliances (light fixtures, drop lights,
extension cords) plugged into it. Also, never plug the cooler cleaner into
an extension cord or drop light; you could damage the unit.
Fig. 287: Identifying Air Purge Valve, Shop Air Line, Electrical Outlet, Blue And Red Hoses
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3. Flip the HEAT toggle switch to ON; the green indicator above the toggle switch comes on. Wait 1 hour
for the cooler cleaner to reach its operating temperature. (The cooler cleaner is ready to use when the
temperature gauge reads 140°F to 150°F.)
NOTE: If the red indicator above the HEAT toggle switch comes on, the fluid level
in the tank is too low for the tank heater to work (see step 1 of this
procedure).
4. Select the appropriate pair of fittings, and attach them to the radiator, to the hoses, or to the banjo bolts
for flow through the ATF cooler cleaner.
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Fig. 288: Identifying Pair Of Fittings For Radiator, Hoses And Banjo Bolts
5. Connect the red hose to the cooler outlet line (the line that normally goes to the external filter on the
transmission).
6. Connect the blue hose to the cooler inlet line.
7. Connect a shop air hose (regulated to 100 to 125 psi) to the air purge valve.
NOTE: The quick-connect fitting has a one-way check valve to keep ATF from
entering your shop's air system. Do not remove or replace the fitting.
Attach the coupler provided with the cooler cleaner to your shop air line if
your coupler is not compatible.
8. Flip the MOTOR toggle switch to ON; the green indicator above the toggle switch comes on. Let the
pump run for 5 minutes. While the pump is running, open and close the air purge valve periodically to
cause agitation and improve the cleaning process. Always open the valve slowly. At the end of the 5-
minute cleaning period, leave the air purge valve open.
NOTE: While the pump is running with the air purge valve open, it is normal to
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see vapor coming from the filler/breather tube vents.
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Fig. 289: Identifying ATF Cooler Cleaner And Related Components
9. With the air purge valve open, flip the MOTOR toggle switch to OFF; the green indicator goes off. Leave
the air purge valve open for at least 15 seconds to purge the lines and hoses of residual ATF, then close
the valve.
10. Disconnect the red and blue hoses from the ATF cooler. Now connect the red hose to the cooler inlet line.
11. Now connect the blue hose to the cooler outlet line.
12. Flip the MOTOR toggle switch to ON, and let the pump run for 5 minutes. While the pump is running,
open and close the air purge valve periodically. Always open the valve slowly. At the end of the 5-minute
cleaning period, leave the air purge valve open.
NOTE: While the pump is running with the air purge valve open, it is normal to
see vapor coming from the filler/breather tube vents.
13. With the air purge valve open, flip the MOTOR toggle switch to OFF. Leave the air purge valve open for
at least 15 seconds to purge the lines and hoses of residual ATF, then close the valve.
14. Disconnect the red and blue hoses from the ATF cooler lines.
15. Connect the red and blue hoses to each other.
16. Disconnect the shop air from the air purge valve. Disconnect and stow the coupler if used.
17. Disconnect and stow the fittings from the ATF cooler inlet and outlet lines.
18. Unplug the cooler cleaner from the 110 V outlet.
Tool Maintenance
Follow these instructions to keep the ATF cooler cleaner working properly:
 Replace the two magnetic nonbypass spin-on filters after every 20 hours of use, based on the hour-meter,
or when you notice a restriction in the ATF flow.
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 Check the level and condition of the fluid in the tank before each use.
 Replace the ATF in the tank when it looks dark or dirty.
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Fig. 290: Identifying Filler Cap, Heater, Tank And Magnetic Non By Pass Spin On Filter
ATF COOLER HOSE REPLACEMENT

EXPLODED VIEW
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Fig. 291: Exploded View Of ATF Cooler Hose
NOTE: When installing the hose clamps, make sure they do not interfere with the
surrounding parts.
1. Install the ATF cooler hoses over the ATF cooler lines with the clips at the appropriate points in reference
to the following list. Align the white paint marks (M) facing the right of the vehicle.
Point Distance from Hose End to Clip (L) Hose End Contact Point
A
B
C
D
Bulge
E 6 - 8 mm (0.24 - 0.31 in)
F
G
H
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I Nearest point to ATF filter housing

J
2 - 4 mm (0.08-0.16 in) Paint Mark (Q)
K
2. Secure the ATF cooler hose with the clamps (N) at the white paint line (O) in the direction shown.
3. Align the paint marks (P) facing up of the vehicle.
4. Refill the transmission with ATF to the proper level (see ATF REPLACEMENT ).
ATF COOLER REPLACEMENT

1. Raise the vehicle on a lift, or apply parking brake, block both rear wheels, and raise the front of the
2. Remove the ATF cooler assembly.
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Fig. 292: Identifying ATF Cooler Assembly With Torque Specifications
3. Disconnect the ATF cooler hoses (A) from the ATF cooler lines (B), then plug the hoses. Replace the
ATF cooler.
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Fig. 293: Identifying ATF Cooler Hoses And Lines
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4. If needed, replace the ATF cooler rubber mounts (A) and the collars (B).
Fig. 294: Identifying ATF Cooler Rubber Mounts And Collars

5. Install the ATF cooler, then remove the plugs from the hose.
6. Connect the ATF cooler hoses (see ATF COOLER HOSE REPLACEMENT ).
7. Secure the ATF cooler with the bolts.
8. Check the ATF level (see ATF LEVEL CHECK ).
ATF FILTER REPLACEMENT
NOTE: The ATF filter is not a scheduled maintenance item. Replace the filter only if it is
leaking, or contaminated, or when the transmission is being overhauled or
replaced with a remanufactured unit.
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4. Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the ATF.
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Fig. 295: Identifying Drain Plug And Sealing Washer With Torque Specifications

6. Disconnect the ATF cooler hoses (A) from the ATF filter (B).
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Fig. 296: Identifying ATF Cooler Hoses, ATF Filter And ATF Filter Holder With Torque
Specifications
7. Remove the ATF filter holder (C), and remove the ATF filter.
8. Install a new ATF filter, and secure it with its holder and bolt.
9. Connect the ATF cooler hose (see ATF COOLER HOSE REPLACEMENT ).
SHIFT LEVER REMOVAL

1. Remove the center console (see CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
2. Move the shift lever to R.
3. Remove the nut securing the shift cable end.
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Fig. 297: Removing Nut Securing Shift Cable End

4. Unlock the retainer (A).
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Fig. 298: Unlock Retainer
5. Rotate the socket holder retainer (A) counterclockwise (B) until it stops, and push the retainer lock (C)
into the socket holder retainer to lock the retainer.
Fig. 299: Rotating Socket Holder Retainer Counterclockwise And Retainer Lock
6. Slide the socket holder (A) away from the bracket as shown to remove the shift cable (B) from the shift
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cable bracket (C). Do not remove the shift cable by pulling the shift cable guide (D).
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Fig. 300: Identifying Socket Holder, Shift Cable, Shift Cable Bracket And Shift Cable Guide
7. Disconnect the shift lever 4P connector (A), and remove the shift lever 4P connector from the shift lever
bracket base (B).
Fig. 301: Identifying 4P Connector, Shift Lever Bracket Base And Mounting Bolts And Shift Lever
Assembly
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8. Remove the shift lever mounting bolts (C), then remove the shift lever assembly (D).
SHIFT LEVER INSTALLATION

1. Install the shift lever assembly (A).
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Fig. 302: Identifying Shift Lever Assembly, 4P Connector And Shift Lever Bracket Base With
2. Connect the shift lever 4P connector (B).

3. Install the shift lever 4P connector on the shift lever bracket base (C).
4. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode, and check
that the R position indicator comes on.
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Fig. 303: Display - PRNDS Indicators
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5. If necessary, push the shift cable (A) until it stops, then release it. Pull the shift cable back one step from
the P position so that the shift position is in R. Do not hold the shift cable guide (B) to adjust the shift
cable.
Fig. 304: Identifying Shift Cable And Shift Cable Guide

6. Move the shift lever in P, then turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), or press the engine start/stop button
to select the OFF mode.
7. Move the shift lever in R, then insert a 6.0 mm (0.24 in) pin (A) into the positioning hole (B) on the shift
lever positioning guide, and into the positioning hole on the shift lever bracket. Use only a 6.0 mm (0.24
in) pin with no burrs.
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Fig. 305: Identifying Shift Lever, Pin And Positioning Hole
8. Align the shift cable slot (A) between the socket holder (B) and the socket holder retainer (C) with the
opening (D) in the shift cable bracket (E), then slide the holder into the bracket while installing the shift
cable end (F) over the mounting stud (G) by aligning its square hole with the square fitting (H) at the
bottom of the stud. Do not install the shift cable by holding the shift cable guide (I).
NOTE: When the socket holder is installed in the shift cable bracket, the retainer
lock is unhinged and releases the holder retainer lock, then the holder
retainer returns under spring force to secure the shift cable.
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Fig. 306: Identifying Shift Lever And Related Components
9. Push the retainer lock (A) fully to lock the socket holder retainer (8), and make sure that the retainer lock
fits into the hinged-joint (C). If the retainer lock does not fit with the edge of the hinged-joint, rotate the
holder retainer counterclockwise while pushing the retainer lock until it locks.
Fig. 307: Pushing Retainer Lock

10. Make sure the shift cable end (A) is properly installed on the mounting stud (B).
 If the cable end is out of position with the mounting stud, remove the shift cable from the shift
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cable bracket, then reinstall the cable end over the mounting stud before reinstalling the shift cable
to the shift cable bracket. Do not install the shift cable end on the mounting stud with the shift cable
installed on the shift cable bracket.
 If the shift cable end does not ride at the bottom of the mounting stud, rotate the stud to align the
square fitting with the hole.
Properly installed:
Cable end rides at the bottom of the mounting stud.
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Fig. 308: Identifying Shift Cable End And Mounting Stud (Properly Installed)
Improperly installed:
Cable end out of position with the mounting stud.
Fig. 309: Identifying Shift Cable End And Mounting Stud (Improperly Installed)
Cable end out of alignment with the mounting stud.
Fig. 310: Cable End Out Of Alignment With Mounting Bolts - Diagram
11. Install and tighten the nut (A) on the shift cable end.
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Fig. 311: Identifying Nut And Pin Of Shift Lever Assembly With Torque Specifications
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12. Remove the 6.0 mm (0.24 in) pin (B) that was installed to hold the shift lever.
13. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode. Move the
shift lever to each position, and check that the A/T gear position indicator follows the transmission range
switch.
14. Shift the shift lever to P, and check that the shift lock works properly. Push the shift lock release, and
check that the shift lever releases, and also check that the shift lever locks when it is shifted back to P.
15. Install the center console (see CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
SHIFT LEVER KNOB REPLACEMENT
NOTE: Make sure not to get any silicone grease on the terminal part of the connectors
and switches, especially if you have silicone grease on your hands or gloves.
1. Grasp the shift lever boot ring, and slip it out of the shift lever knob.
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Fig. 312: Grasping Shift Lever Boot Ring And Slip It Out Of Shift Lever Knob
2. Wrap the end of a flat-tip screwdriver with tape, pry the shift lever knob cover locks (A), and remove the
shift lever knob cover (B).
Fig. 313: Identifying Shift Lever Knob Cover Locks And Shift Lever Knob Cover With Torque
Specifications
3. Remove the screws (C), and remove the shift lever knob (D).
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4. Apply silicone grease to the top (E) of the shift lever rod.
5. Install a new shift lever knob on the shift lever, and secure it with new screws.
6. Install the shift lever knob cover on the shift lever knob.
7. Slide the shift lever boot ring over the shift lever knob until it snaps on.
SHIFT LEVER DISASSEMBLY/REASSEMBLY

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Fig. 314: Exploded View Of Shift Lever Assembly With Torque Specifications
SHIFT LEVER BOOT AND SHIFT LEVER BOOT BASE REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the shift lever knob (see SHIFT LEVER KNOB REPLACEMENT ).
2. Apply protective tape (A) to the A/T shift panel (B) along the side edge of the shift lever boot base (C).
Pry up on the edge of the shift lever trim with a flat-tapped screwdriver wrapped with protective tape to
release the hooks (D).
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Fig. 315: Identifying Protective Tape, A/T Shift Panel, Shift Lever Boot Base And Hooks
3. Release the lock tabs (A) on the shift lever boot using a screwdriver.
Fig. 316: Releasing Lock Tabs On Shift Lever Boot Using Screwdriver
4. Replace the shift lever boot (A) or the shift lever boot base (B).
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Fig. 317: Identifying Shift Lever Boot And Shift Lever Boot Base
5. Install the shift lever boot on the shift lever boot base.
6. Install the shift lever boot base (A) on the A/T shift panel.
Fig. 318: Installing Shift Lever Boot Base On A/T Shift Panel
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7. Install the shift lever knob (see SHIFT LEVER KNOB REPLACEMENT ).
SHIFT CABLE REPLACEMENT

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Fig. 319: Removing Nut Securing Shift Cable End
4. Unlock the retainer lock (A).
Fig. 320: Unlock Retainer Lock

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Fig. 321: Rotating Socket Holder Retainer Counterclockwise

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6. Slide the socket holder (A) away from the bracket as shown to remove the shift cable (B) from the socket
holder bracket (C). Do not remove the shift cable by pulling the shift cable guide (D).
Fig. 322: Identifying Socket Holder, Shift Cable, Socket Holder Bracket And Shift Cable Guide

9. Remove the spring clip (A) and the control pin (B), then separate the shift cable end (C) from the control
lever (D).
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Fig. 323: Identifying Spring Clip, Control Pin, Shift Cable End And Control Lever
Fig. 324: Identifying Shift Cable Bracket And Nuts

11. Raise the vehicle on a lift, or apply parking brake, block both rear wheels, and raise the front of the
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12. Remove the heat shield.
With SH-AWD
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Fig. 325: Identifying Heat Shield With Torque Specifications (With SH-AWD)
Without SH-AWD
Fig. 326: Identifying Heat Shield With Torque Specifications (Without SH-AWD)
13. Remove the bolt securing the shift cable bracket (A).
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With SH-AWD
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Fig. 327: Identifying Cable Bracket, Cable Grommet, Shift Cable And Grommet Hole With Torque
Specifications (With SH-AWD)
Without SH-AWD
Fig. 328: Identifying Cable Bracket, Cable Grommet, Shift Cable And Grommet Hole With Torque
Specifications (Without SH-AWD)
14. Remove the shift cable grommet (B), and pull out the shift cable (C).
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15. Insert a new shift cable through the grommet hole (D), and install the grommet in its hole. Do not bend
the shift cable excessively.
16. Secure the shift cable bracket with the bolt.
17. Install the heat shield.
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19. Attach the shift cable end (A) to the control lever (B), then insert the control pin (C) into the control lever
hole through the shift cable end, and secure the control pin with the spring clip (D).
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Fig. 330: Identifying Shift Cable End, Control Lever, Control Pin And Spring Clip
22. Adjust the shift cable (see SHIFT CABLE ADJUSTMENT ).
SHIFT CABLE ADJUSTMENT

Fig. 331: Identifying Nut Securing Shift Cable End

4. Unlock the retainer (A).

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Fig. 332: Unlock Retainer

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Fig. 333: Rotating Socket Holder Retainer Counterclockwise
6. Slide the socket holder (A) away from the bracket as shown to remove the shift cable (B) from the shift
cable bracket (C). Do not remove the shift cable by pulling the shift cable guide (D).
Fig. 334: Identifying Socket Holder, Shift Cable, Shift Cable Bracket And Shift Cable Guide
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7. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode, and check
that the R position indicator comes on.
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Fig. 335: Display - PRNDS Indicators
8. If necessary, push the shift cable (A) until it stops, then release it. Pull the shift cable back one step from
the P position so that the shift position is in R. Do not hold the shift cable guide (B) to adjust the shift
cable.
Fig. 336: Identifying Shift Cable And Shift Cable Guide

9. Move the shift lever in P, turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), or press the engine start/stop button to
select the OFF mode.
10. Move the shift lever in R, then insert a 6.0 mm (0.24 in) pin (A) into the positioning hole (B) on the shift
lever positioning guide, and into the positioning hole on the shift lever bracket. Use only a 6.0 mm (0.24
in) pin with no burrs.
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Fig. 337: Identifying Shift Lever (R), Pins And Positioning Hole
11. Align the shift cable slot (A) between the socket holder (B) and the socket holder retainer (C) with the
opening (D) in the shift cable bracket (E), then slide the holder into the bracket while installing the shift
cable end (F) over the mounting stud (G) by aligning its square hole with the square fitting (H) at the
bottom of the stud. Do not install the shift cable by holding the shift cable guide (I).
NOTE: When the socket holder is installed in the shift cable bracket, the retainer
lock is unhinged and releases the holder retainer lock, then the holder
retainer returns under spring force to secure the shift cable.
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Fig. 338: Identifying Shift Cable And Related Components
12. Push the retainer lock (A) fully to lock the socket holder retainer (B), and make sure that the retainer lock
fits into the hinged-joint (C). If the retainer lock does not fit with the edge of the hinged-joint, rotate the
holder retainer counterclockwise while pushing the retainer lock until it locks.
Fig. 339: Pushing Retainer Lock

13. Make sure the shift cable end (A) is properly installed on the mounting stud (B).
 If the cable end is out of position with the mounting stud, remove the shift cable from the shift
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cable bracket, then reinstall the cable end over the mounting stud before reinstalling the shift cable
to the shift cable bracket. Do not install the shift cable end on the mounting stud with the shift cable
installed on the shift cable bracket.
 If the shift cable end does not ride at the bottom of the mounting stud, rotate the stud to align the
square fitting with the hole.
Properly installed:
Cable end rides at the bottom of the mounting stud.
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Fig. 340: Identifying Shift Cable End And Mounting Stud (Properly Installed)
Improperly installed:
Cable end out of position with the mounting stud.
Fig. 341: Identifying Shift Cable End And Mounting Stud (Improperly Installed)
Cable end out of alignment with the mounting stud.
Fig. 342: Cable End Out Of Alignment With Mounting Stud - Diagram
14. Install and tighten the nut (A) on the shift cable end.
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Fig. 343: Identifying Nut And Pin Of Shift Cable Assembly With Torque Specifications
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15. Remove the 6.0 mm (0.24 in) pin (B) that was installed to hold the shift lever.
16. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine/start stop button to select the ON mode. Move the
shift lever to each position, and check that the A/T gear position indicator follows the transmission range
switch.
17. Shift the shift lever to P, and check that the shift lock works properly. Push the shift lock release, and
check that the shift lever releases, and also check that the shift lever locks when it is shifted back to P.
18. Install the center console (see CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).

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Fig. 344: Identifying A/T Gear Position Indicator Components Location

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CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
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Fig. 345: A/T Gear Position Indicator - Circuit Diagram
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Fig. 346: Identifying Transmission Range Switch Connector Terminals
3. Check for continuity between the terminals at the transmission range switch connector. There should be
continuity between the terminals in the following table for each transmission range switch position.
Transmission Range Switch Connector
Fig. 347: Checking Continuity Between Terminals At Transmission Range Switch Connector Using
Reference Table
4. The transmission range switch test is finished if the test results are OK. Reinstall all removed
components. If there is no continuity between any terminals, check the transmission range switch
installation. If the switch installation is OK, replace the switch (see TRANSMISSION RANGE
SWITCH REPLACEMENT ).
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2. Remove the spring clip (A) and the control pin (B), then separate the shift cable end (C) from the control
lever (D).
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Fig. 348: Identifying Spring Clip, Control Pin, Shift Cable End And Control Lever
3. Check the bushing (E) in the shift cable end for a proper fit and wear. If the bushing is loose or worn,
replace the shift cable (see SHIFT CABLE REPLACEMENT ).
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Fig. 349: Identifying Nuts And Shift Cable Bracket
6. Remove the transmission range switch.
Fig. 350: Removing Transmission Range Switch

7. Turn the control lever fully counterclockwise to the P position. Turn the control lever clockwise two
clicks to the N position.
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Fig. 351: Turning Control Lever Clockwise Two Clicks To N Position
8. Set a new transmission range switch (A) to the N position. Align the cutouts (B) on the rotary-frame with
the neutral positioning cutouts (C) on the transmission range switch, then put a 2.0 mm (0.079 in) feeler
gauge blade (D) in the cutouts to hold the transmission range switch in the N position.
NOTE: Be sure to use a 2.0 mm (0.079 in) feeler gauge blade or equivalent to hold
the transmission range switch in the N position.
Fig. 352: Identifying Transmission Range Switch, Cutouts, Neutral Positioning Cutouts And Feeler
Gauge Blade
9. Install the transmission range switch (A) gently on the selector control shaft (B) while holding it in the N
position with the 2.0 mm (0.079 in) blade (C).
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Fig. 353: Identifying Transmission Range Switch, Control Shaft And Blade
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10. Tighten the bolts on the transmission range switch while you continue to hold the N position. Do not
move the transmission range switch when tightening the bolts. Then remove the feeler gauge.
Fig. 354: Identifying Bolts On Transmission Range Switch With Torque Specifications
11. Check the connectors for corrosion, dirt, or oil, and clean or repair if necessary, then connect the
connector securely.
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13. Apply molybdenum grease to the hole in the bushing (A) in the shift cable end (B).
Fig. 356: Identifying Bushing, Shift Cable End, Control Lever, Control Pin And Spring Clip
14. Attach the shift cable end to the control lever (C), then insert the control pin (D) into the control lever
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hole through the shift cable end, and secure the control pin with the spring clip (E).
16. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode. Move the
shift lever through all positions, and verify the transmission range switch matches with the A/T gear
position indicator.
17. Check that the engine starts in P and N, and does not start in any other shift lever position.
18. Check that the back-up lights come on when the shift lever is in R.
19. Raise the vehicle on a lift, make sure it is securely supported, and allow all four wheels to rotate freely.
Then start the engine, and check the shift lever operation.
PADDLE SHIFTER + (UPSHIFT SWITCH) CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT
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LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES )
before doing repair or service.
1. Remove the steering wheel (see STEERING WHEEL REMOVAL ).

2. Check for continuity between cable reel subharness 20P connector terminals No. 15 and No. 12 when
pressing and releasing the paddle shifter + (upshift switch).
Fig. 357: Checking Continuity Between Cable Reel Subharness 20P Connector Terminals No. 15
And No. 12
Is there continuity when pressing the paddle shifter + (upshift switch) and no continuity when the paddle
shifter + (upshift switch) is released?
YES - Go to step 5.
NO - Go to step 3.
3. Disconnect the paddle shifter + (upshift switch) connector.

4. Check for continuity between paddle shifter + (upshift switch) connector terminals No. 3 and No. 4 when
pressing and releasing the paddle shifter + (upshift switch).
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Fig. 358: Checking Continuity Between Paddle Shifter + (Upshift Switch) Connector Terminals No.
3 And No. 4
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Is there continuity when pressing the paddle shifter + (upshift switch) and no continuity when the paddle
shifter + (upshift switch) is released?
YES - Replace the cable reel subharness.
NO - Replace the paddle shifter + (upshift switch (see PADDLE SHIFTER REPLACEMENT)).
5. Remove the cable reel (see CABLE REEL REPLACEMENT ).

6. Check for continuity between cable reel 20P connector terminal No. 2 and body ground.
Fig. 359: Checking Continuity Between Cable Reel 20P Connector Terminal No. 2 And Body
Ground
YES - Go to step 7.
NO - Repair an open in the wire between cable reel 20P connector terminal No. 2 and body ground
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(G405) (see CONNECTOR TO FUSE/RELAY BOX INDEX ), or repair poor body ground (G405).
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Ground
YES - Repair a short to body ground in wire between cable reel 20P connector terminal No. 15 and PCM
connector terminal A36.
NO - Go to step 8.
9. Measure the voltage between cable reel 20P connector terminals No. 2 and No. 15.
Fig. 361: Measuring Voltage Between Cable Reel 20P Connector Terminals No. 2 And No. 15

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YES - Replace the cable reel (see CABLE REEL REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Go to step 10.
12. Disconnect PCM connector A (49P).
13. Connect cable reel 20P connector terminal No. 15 to body ground with a jumper wire.
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Fig. 362: Identifying Cable Reel 20P Connector Terminal No. 15 Connection With Body Ground
Using Jumper Wire
14. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal A36 and body ground.
Fig. 363: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector Terminal A36 And Body Ground
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YES - Check for loose or poor connections at PCM connector terminal A36. If the connection is OK,
substitute a known-good PCM (see SUBSTITUTING THE ECM/PCM ) and recheck.
NO - Repair an open in the wire between PCM connector terminal A36 and the cable reel 20P connector.
PADDLE SHIFTER - (DOWNSHIFT SWITCH) CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING


2. Check for continuity between cable reel subharness 20P connector terminals No. 17 and No. 8 when
pressing and releasing the paddle shifter - (downshift switch).
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Fig. 364: Checking Continuity Between Cable Reel Subharness 20P Connector Terminals No. 17
And No. 8
Is there continuity when pressing the paddle shifter - (downshift switch) and no continuity when the
paddle shifter - (downshift switch) is released?
YES - Go to step 5.
NO - Go to step 3.
3. Disconnect the paddle shifter - (downshift switch) connector.

4. Check for continuity between paddle shifter - (downshift switch) connector terminals No. 3 and No. 4
when pressing and releasing the paddle shifter - (downshift switch).
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Fig. 365: Checking Continuity Between Paddle Shifter - Connector Terminals No. 3 And No. 4
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Is there continuity when pressing the paddle shifter - (downshift switch) and no continuity when the
paddle shifter - (downshift switch) is released?
YES - Replace the cable reel subharness.
NO - Replace the paddle shifter - (downshift switch) (see PADDLE SHIFTER REPLACEMENT )).
5. Remove the cable reel (see CABLE REEL REPLACEMENT ).

Ground
YES - Go to step 7.
NO - Repair an open in the wire between cable reel 20P connector terminal No. 5 and body ground
(G401) (see CONNECTOR TO FUSE/RELAY BOX INDEX ), or repair poor body ground (G401).
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Ground
YES - Repair a short to body ground in the wire between cable reel 20P connector terminal No. 17 and
PCM connector terminal A37.
NO - Go to step 8.
9. Measure the voltage between cable reel 20P connector terminals No. 5 and No. 17.
Fig. 368: Measuring Voltage Between Cable Reel 20P Connector Terminals No. 5 And No. 17
YES - Replace the cable reel (see CABLE REEL REPLACEMENT ).

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NO - Go to step 10.
13. Connect cable reel 20P connector terminal No. 17 to body ground with a jumper wire.
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Fig. 369: Identifying Cable Reel 20P Connector Terminal No. 17 Connection With Body Ground
Using Jumper Wire
14. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal A37 and body ground.
Fig. 370: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector Terminal A37 And Body Ground
YES - Check for loose or poor connections at PCM connector terminal A37. If the connection is OK,
substitute a known-good PCM (see SUBSTITUTING THE ECM/PCM ) and recheck.
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NO - Repair an open in the wire between PCM connector terminal A37 and the cable reel 20P connector.
PADDLE SHIFTER ILLUMINATION CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING

1. Remove the driver's airbag (see DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT ).

2. Disconnect the paddle shifter connector.
3. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode, and turn
the combination light switch to the PARKING (SMALL) position.
4. Measure the voltage between paddle shifter connector terminal No. 1 and body ground.
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Fig. 371: Measuring Voltage Between Paddle Shifter Connector Terminal No. 1 And Body Ground
YES - Go to step 8.
NO - Go to step 5.
turn the combination light switch to the OFF position.
6. Check the No. 6 (7.5 A) fuse in the passenger's under-dash fuse/relay box.
Is the fuse OK?
YES - Repair an open in the wire between paddle shifter connector terminal No. 1 and the passenger's
NO - Go to step 7.
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7. Check for continuity between paddle shifter connector terminal No. 1 and body ground.
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Fig. 372: Checking Continuity Between Paddle Shifter Connector Terminal No. 1 And Body
Ground
YES - Repair a short to body ground in the wire between paddle shifter connector terminal No. 1 and the
passenger's under-dash fuse/relay box.
NO - Install a new No. 6 (7.5 A) fuse in the passenger's under-dash fuse/relay box, then go to step 4.
8. Remove the gauge control module (see GAUGE CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ).
9. Check for continuity between paddle shifter connector terminal No. 2 and the gauge control module 32P
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Fig. 373: Checking Continuity Between Paddle Shifter Connector And Gauge Control Module 32P
Connector
YES - Check the illumination control circuit in the gauge control module self-diagnostic function (see
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION ). If the test results are OK, replace the paddle shifter (see
PADDLE SHIFTER REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Repair an open in the wire between paddle shifter connector terminal No. 2 and the gauge control
module.
PADDLE SHIFTER REPLACEMENT
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2. Remove the four screws (A) securing the steering wheel rear cover (B).
Fig. 374: Identifying Screws, Steering Wheel Rear Cover And Snap-Fit Portion
3. Pull the snap-fit portion (C) up carefully, then remove the steering wheel rear cover.
4. Disconnect the paddle shifter + (upshift switch) connector or the paddle shifter - (downshift switch)
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connector. Remove the screws (A) securing the paddle shifter + (upshift switch) (B) or the paddle shifter -
(downshift switch) (C), then remove the paddle shifter + or the paddle shifter -.
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Fig. 375: Identifying Screws, Paddle Shifter + (Upshift Switch) And Paddle Shifter - (Downshift
Switch)
5. Install a new paddle shifter + or a new paddle shifter - on the steering wheel.
6. Connect the paddle shifter + connector or the paddle shifter - connector securely, and install the connector
in the connector holder.
7. Install the steering wheel rear cover with the screws.
8. Install the steering wheel (see STEERING WHEEL INSTALLATION ).
A/T GEAR POSITION INDICATOR REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the A/T shift panel (see CENTER CONSOLE PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
2. Remove the A/T gear position indicator (A) from the A/T shift panel (B).
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Fig. 376: Removing A/T Gear Position Indicator From A/T Shift Panel
3. Install a new A/T gear position indicator with the screws.

4. Install the A/T shift panel (see CENTER CONSOLE PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).

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Fig. 377: Identifying A/T Inter Lock System Components Location
CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
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Fig. 378: A/T Inter Lock System - Circuit Diagram
SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING
NOTE: Check for A/T DTCs. If any DTCs are present, troubleshoot those first.
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3. Select Shift Lock Solenoid Test in the Miscellaneous Test Menu, and check that the shift lock solenoid
Does the shift lock solenoid work properly?
NO - Go to step 4.
6. Disconnect the shift lock solenoid connector (see SHIFT LOCK SOLENOID REPLACEMENT ).
8. Measure the voltage between shift lock solenoid connector terminal No. 1 and body ground.
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Fig. 380: Measuring Voltage Between Shift Lock Solenoid Connector Terminal No. 1 And Body
Ground
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YES - Go to step 9.
NO - Check for a blown No. 12 (7.5 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box. If the fuse is
blown, replace it. If the fuse blows again, repair a short in the No. 12 (7.5 A) fuse circuit. If the fuse is
OK, repair an open in the wire between shift lock solenoid connector terminal No. 1 and the driver's
9. With the shift lever in P, press the brake pedal. Do not press the accelerator pedal.
10. Measure the voltage between shift lock solenoid connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2 while pressing the
brake pedal.
Fig. 381: Measuring Voltage Between Shift Lock Solenoid Connector Terminals No. 1 And No. 2

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NO - Go to step 12.
11. Release the brake pedal, and measure the voltage between shift lock solenoid connector terminals No. 1
and No. 2. The shift lever must be in P.
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Fig. 382: Measuring Voltage Between Shift Lock Solenoid Connector Terminals No. 1 And No. 2
YES - Repair a short to body ground in the wire between PCM connector terminal A2 and the shift lock
solenoid connector.
NO - Check the shift lock mechanism. If the mechanism is OK, replace the shift lock solenoid (see
SHIFT LOCK SOLENOID REPLACEMENT ).
15. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal A2 and shift lock solenoid connector terminal No.
2.
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Fig. 383: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector Terminal A2 And Shift Lock Solenoid
YES - Update the PCM if it does not have the latest software (see ECM/PCM UPDATE ), or substitute a
known-good PCM (see SUBSTITUTING THE ECM/PCM ), and recheck. If the symptom goes away
with a known-good PCM, replace the original PCM (see ECM/PCM REPLACEMENT ).
NO - Repair an open in the wire between PCM connector terminal A2 and the shift lock solenoid
connector.
16. Monitor the Brake Switch with the HDS in the A/T Data List, and press the brake pedal.
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Is the Brake Switch ON?
NO - If the brake lights come on, go to step 17. If the brake lights do not work, repair faulty brake light
circuit.
20. Measure the voltage between PCM connector terminal A8 and body ground while pressing the brake
pedal and when the brake pedal is released.
Fig. 384: Measuring Voltage Between PCM Connector Terminal A8 And Body Ground
Is there battery voltage while pressing the brake pedal and about 0 V when the pedal is released?
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NO - Repair an open in the wire between PCM connector terminal A8 and the brake pedal position
switch.
21. Monitor the A/T P Switch with the HDS in the A/T Data List with the shift lever in P.
Is the A/T P Switch ON?
NO - Go to step 22.
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25. Connect a jumper wire between transmission range switch connector terminal No. 7 and body ground.
26. Check the A/T P Switch signal with the HDS in the A/T Data list.
Is the A/T P Switch ON?
YES - Replace the transmission range switch.
NO - Go to step 27.
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30. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal A16 and transmission range switch connector
terminal No. 7.
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Fig. 386: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector Terminal A16 And Transmission Range
Switch Connector Terminal No. 7
NO - Repair an open in the wire between PCM connector terminal A16 and the transmission range switch
connector.
31. Check APP Sensor A with the HDS in the A/T Data List. Do not press the accelerator pedal.
Is the APP Sensor (%) opening 5 % or more, or APP sensor A (V)1.16 V or higher?
YES - Check the APP Sensor (see APP SENSOR SIGNAL INSPECTION ).
NO - Update the PCM if it does not have the latest software (see ECM/PCM UPDATE ), or substitute a
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3. Select Shift Lock Solenoid Test in the Miscellaneous Test Menu, and check that the shift lock solenoid
4. Check that the shift lever can be moved out of P when the Shift Lock Solenoid is ON. Move the shift
lever back to P, and check that it locks with the Shift Lock Solenoid is OFF.
5. Check that the shift lock releases when the shift lock release is pushed, and check that it locks when the
shift lock release is released.
6. If the shift lock solenoid does not work properly, go to the SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM
TROUBLESHOOTING (see ).
SHIFT LOCK SOLENOID REPLACEMENT
1. Remove the shift lever assembly (see SHIFT LEVER REMOVAL ).

2. Release the lock tabs retaining the shift lock solenoid using thin-bladed screwdrivers.
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Fig. 388: Releasing Lock Tabs Retaining Shift Lock Solenoid Using Thin-Bladed Screwdrivers
3. Insert a 6.0 mm pin (A), and push the shift lock solenoid (B) out.
Fig. 389: Identifying Pin, Shift Lock Solenoid And Connector, Tip And Solenoid Plunger Hole
4. Disconnect the shift lock solenoid connector (C).

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5. Apply silicone grease to the tip (D) of the shift lock stop and the solenoid plunger hole (E).
6. Connect the shift lock solenoid connector.
7. Install a new shift lock solenoid by aligning the joint of the shift lock solenoid plunger with the tip of the
shift lock stop, then push the shift lock solenoid into the shift lever securely.
8. Install the shift lever assembly (see SHIFT LEVER INSTALLATION ).
SHIFT LOCK STOP/SHIFT LOCK STOP CUSHION REPLACEMENT
1. Remove the shift lock solenoid (see SHIFT LOCK SOLENOID REPLACEMENT ).
2. Remove the shift lock stop (A) and the stop cushion (B) as a set.
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Fig. 390: Identifying Shift Lock Stop, Stop Cushion And Pin
3. Apply silicone grease to the pin (C) on the shift lever bracket, and install new shift lock stop over the pin.
4. Install the shift lock solenoid (see SHIFT LOCK SOLENOID REPLACEMENT ).
SHIFT LOCK RELEASE AND RELEASE SPRING REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the shift lever assembly (see SHIFT LEVER REMOVAL ).
3. Remove the shift lever boot and the shift lever boot base (see SHIFT LEVER BOOT AND SHIFT
LEVER BOOT BASE REPLACEMENT ).
4. Release the lock (A) of the shift lock release (B), then remove the shift lock release.
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Fig. 391: Identifying Lock, Shift Lock Release And Release Spring
5. Remove the release spring (A) from the shift lock release (B).
Fig. 392: Identifying Release Spring And Shift Lock Release

6. Replace the shift lock release or the release spring.

7. Install the shift lock release spring in the shift lock release.
8. Install the shift lock release on the shift lever.
9. Make sure that the release spring end (A) is installed in the shift lock release (B), and the hooked end (C)
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of the release spring is on the shift lever bracket as shown.
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Fig. 393: Identifying Release Spring End, Shift Lock Release And Hooked End
10. Install the shift lever boot and the shift lever boot base (see SHIFT LEVER BOOT AND SHIFT
PARK PIN SWITCH REPLACEMENT
NOTE: The park pin switch and the shift lock solenoid harness are not available
separately. Replace the park pin switch and the shift lock solenoid harness as a
set.
2. Remove the shift lever boot and the shift lever boot base (see SHIFT LEVER BOOT AND SHIFT
3. Remove the shift lock solenoid (see SHIFT LOCK SOLENOID REPLACEMENT ).
4. Remove the harness wire ties (A), and remove the park pin switch (B).
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Fig. 394: Identifying Harness Wire Ties And Park Pin Switch With Torque Specifications
5. Replace the park pin switch.

6. Install the park pin switch, and secure the park pin switch with a new screw (C).
7. Connect the shift lock solenoid connector to the shift lock solenoid. Then install the shift lock solenoid
(see step 7).
8. Route the harnesses as shown. Take the slack out of the harnesses, and secure the harnesses with the
harness wire ties (A).
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Fig. 395: Identifying Harness Wire Ties
9. Install the shift lever boot and the shift lever boot base (see SHIFT LEVER BOOT AND SHIFT
TRANSMISSION DISASSEMBLY
EXPLODED VIEW
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Fig. 396: Exploded View Of Transmission Disassembly (1 Of 3)
all models.
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all models.
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all models.
Mainshaft Holder Set 07PAB-0010001
NOTE: Refer to the EXPLODED VIEW as needed during the following procedure.
1. Remove the dipstick tube assembly (A) with the O-rings.

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Fig. 399: Identifying Dipstick Tube Assembly With O-Rings
2. Remove the transmission range switch (A).
Fig. 400: Identifying Transmission Range Switch

3. Pry the lock tab of the lock washer (A) on the control lever (B), then remove the bolt, the lock washer,
and the control lever.
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Fig. 401: Identifying Lock Washer And Control Lever
4. Remove the input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor (A) and the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor (B)
with the O-rings.
Fig. 402: Identifying Input And Output Mainshaft Speed Sensors

5. Remove the ATF temperature sensor (A) with the O-ring.

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Fig. 403: Identifying ATF Temperature Sensor With O-Ring
6. Remove the ATF outlet line banjo bolt (A) with the sealing washers, and remove the ATF outlet line (B).
Fig. 404: Identifying ATF Outlet And Inlet Line Banjo Bolt, And ATF Inlet And Outlet Line
7. Remove the ATF inlet line banjo bolt (C) with the sealing washers and remove the ATF inlet line (D).
8. Remove transmission hanger A.
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Fig. 405: Identifying Transmission Hanger, Shaft Cover, Mainshaft End Cover And End Covers
9. Remove the third shaft end cover (B), the mainshaft end cover (C), and the end covers (D) (two) with the
O-rings.
10. Remove transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) with the sealing washer.
Fig. 406: Identifying Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch A And D And Transmission Hanger
11. Remove transmission fluid pressure switch D (5th clutch) with the sealing washer.
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12. Remove transmission hanger B.

13. Remove transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch) (A) with the sealing washer.
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Fig. 407: Identifying Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch C (4th Clutch) And Shift Solenoid Valve
C
14. Remove shift solenoid valve C (B) with the O-rings.

15. Remove the secondary valve body (A). Remove the ATF pipes (B) with the O-rings, and the gasket (C).
NOTE: Do not disassemble the secondary valve body. If any problem occurs,
replace the assembly.
Fig. 408: Identifying Secondary Valve Body And ATF Pipes

16. Install the mainshaft holder onto the mainshaft.

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Fig. 409: Installing Mainshaft Holder Onto Mainshaft
17. Using a chisel, cut the lock tab (A) of the locknut (B) securing the mainshaft and third shaft locknuts.
NOTE:  Keep all of the chiseled particles out of the transmission.

 The illustration shows the mainshaft locknut.
Fig. 410: Cutting Lock Tab Of Lock Nut Using Chisel

18. Remove the locknuts (A) from the mainshaft (B) and the third shaft (C).
NOTE: The third shaft locknut has left-hand threads.

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Fig. 411: Identifying Locknuts, Mainshaft, Lock Washers And Third Shaft
19. Pry the lock washers (D), and remove them.
NOTE: Keep all of the particles out of the transmission.
20. Remove the transmission housing mounting bolts (10 x 1.25 mm bolts (A), 8 x 1.25 mm bolts (B)) and
transmission hanger C.
Fig. 412: Identifying Transmission Housing Mounting Bolts And Transmission Hanger
21. While expanding the snap ring of the countershaft bearing with snap ring pliers, lift the transmission
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housing.
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Fig. 413: Lifting Transmission Housing By Expanding Snap Ring Using Ring Pliers
22. Release the snap ring pliers, and remove the transmission housing (A), the two dowel pins (B), and the
gasket (C).
Fig. 414: Identifying Transmission Housing, Dowel Pins And Gasket

23. Remove ATF joint pipes A and B with the O-rings.

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Fig. 415: Identifying ATF Joint Pipes A And B
24. Remove the ATF strainer (A) with the O-ring.
Fig. 416: Identifying ATF Strainer, ATF Joint Pipe And ATF Lubrication Pipe
25. Remove the 10 x 70 mm ATF joint pipe (B) and the ATF lubrication pipe (C).
26. Remove the mainshaft holder from the mainshaft.
27. Pry the lock tab of the lock washer (A) on the shift fork (B), then remove the bolt and the lock washer.
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Fig. 417: Identifying Lock Washer And Shift Fork
28. Remove the reverse gear (A), the reverse selector hub (B), the shift fork (C), and the baffle plate (D)
together.
Fig. 418: Identifying Reverse Gear, Reverse Selector Hub, Shift Fork And Baffle Plate
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29. Remove the mainshaft subassembly (A), the countershaft subassembly (B), the secondary shaft
subassembly (C), and the idler gear shaft (D) together, and remove the needle bearing (E) from the torque
converter housing.
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Fig. 419: Identifying Mainshaft, Countershaft And Secondary Subassemblies, Idler Gear Shaft And
Needle Bearing
30. Remove the third shaft (A).

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Fig. 420: Identifying Third Shaft And Parking Holder
31. Remove the parking holder (B).

32. Remove the detent arm (A), the detent arm shaft (B), and the detent arm spring (C).
Fig. 421: Identifying Detent Arm, Detent Arm Shaft And Detent Arm Spring
33. Remove the selector control shaft (A).

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Fig. 422: Identifying Selector Control Shaft
34. Remove the differential assembly (B).

35. With SH-AWD: Remove the transfer output shaft (C) with the thrust shim.
36. Remove the oil catch plate (D), the 2nd air check valve (E), and the 5th air check valve (F).
37. Remove the cooler retainer cap (A).
Fig. 423: Identifying Cooler Retainer Cap

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38. Remove the 3rd air check valve (A), the 6th air check valve (B), the stator shaft support (C), the stator
shaft (D), the stator shaft stop (E), and the dowel pins (F) (two).
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Fig. 424: Identifying 3rd And 6th Air Check Valves, Stator Shaft Support, Stator Shaft And Stop
And Dowel Pins
39. Remove the manual valve body (A) (seven bolts), the dowel pins (B) (two), the manual separator plate
(C), and the check balls (D) (two). Do not let the check balls fall out, and do not use a magnet to remove
the check balls, it may magnetize them.
NOTE: Do not disassemble the manual valve body. If any problem occurs, replace
the assembly.
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Fig. 425: Identifying Manual Valve Body, Dowel Pins, Manual Separator Plate And Check Balls
40. Remove the regulator valve body (E) (eight bolts), the dowel pins (F) (two), and the regulator separator
plate (G).
NOTE: Do not disassemble the regulator valve body. If any problem occurs,
replace the assembly.
41. Remove the 4th/reverse air check valve (A) and the main valve body (B) (eight bolts).
NOTE: Do not disassemble the main valve body. If any problem occurs, replace
the assembly.
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Fig. 426: Identifying Air Check Valve, Main Valve Body, ATF Pump Driven Gear Shaft, ATF
Pump Driven And Drive Gear
42. Remove the ATF pump driven gear shaft (C), then remove the ATF pump driven gear (D) and the ATF
pump drive gear (E).
43. Remove the dowel pins (F) (two) and the main separator plate (G).
44. Remove the ATF magnet (H), clean it, then reinstall it in the torque converter housing.
45. Clean the inlet opening (A) of the ATF strainer (B) thoroughly with compressed air, then check that it is
good condition and that the inlet opening is not clogged.
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Fig. 427: Identifying Inlet Opening And ATF Strainer

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46. Check the ATF strainer for clogs, debris, or damage. If the strainer is clogged or damaged, replace it.
ATF PUMP INSPECTION

1. Lubricate the ATF pump drive gear (A), the ATF pump driven gear (B), and the ATF pump driven gear
shaft (C) with ATF, then install them in the main valve body (D). Install the ATF pump driven gear with
its grooved and chamfered side facing up.
Fig. 428: Identifying ATF Pump Drive Gear, ATF Pump Driven Gear, ATF Pump Driven Gear
Shaft And Main Valve Body
2. Measure the side clearance of the ATF pump drive gear (A) and the ATF pump driven gear (B).
ATF Pump Gears Side (Radial) Clearance

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Standard (New):
ATF Pump Drive Gear
0.210 - 0.265 mm (0.009 - 0.010 in)
ATF Pump Driven Gear
0.070 - 0.125 mm (0.003 - 0.004 in)
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Fig. 429: Measuring Side Clearance Of ATF Pump Drive Gear And ATF Pump Driven Gear
3. Remove the ATF pump driven gear shaft. Measure the thrust clearance between the ATF pump drive gear
(A) and the main valve body (B), and between the ATF pump driven gear (C) and the main valve body
using a straight edge (D) and a feeler gauge (E).
ATF Pump Drive/Driven Gear Thrust (Axial)
Clearance
Standard (New): 0.04 - 0.07 mm (0.002 - 0.002 in)
Service Limit: 0.07 mm (0.002 in)

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Fig. 430: Identifying ATF Pump Drive And Driven Gear, Main Valve Body, Straight Edge And
Feeler Gauge
4. If the measurements are out of the standards, replace the main valve body assembly.
REVERSE IDLER GEAR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Remove the reverse idler gear assembly (A) from the transmission housing.
Fig. 431: Identifying Reverse Idler Gear Assembly With Tightening Sequence & With Torque
Specifications
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2. Install the reverse idler gear assembly in the transmission housing. Tighten the bolts in the numbered
sequence shown.
MAINSHAFT BEARING REMOVAL

 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000

 Seal Driver Attachment, 80 mm ID. 07VAD-P8A010A
1. Remove the reverse idler gear assembly (see REVERSE IDLER GEAR
2. To remove the mainshaft bearing, expand the snap ring using snap ring pliers, then push the bearing out
using the 15 x 135L driver handle and the 80 mm I.D. seal driver attachment. Do not remove the snap
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ring unless it is necessary to clean the groove in the transmission housing.
Fig. 432: Expanding Snap Ring Using Snap Ring Pliers To Remove Mainshaft Bearing
MAINSHAFT BEARING INSTALLATION

 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000

 Seal Driver Attachment, 80 mm ID. 07VAD-P8A010A
1. Install the mainshaft bearing (A) in the direction shown.

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Fig. 433: Installing Mainshaft Bearing
2. Expand the snap ring using snap ring pliers, and insert the bearing part-way into the transmission housing
using the 15 x 135L driver handle and the 80 mm I.D. seal driver attachment.
3. Release the snap ring pliers, then push the bearing down into the transmission housing until the snap ring
snaps in place around it.
4. After installing the bearing, check that the snap ring (A) is seated in the bearing and the housing groove,
and that the snap ring end gap (B) is 0 - 7 mm (0 - 0.28 in).
Fig. 434: Identifying Snap Ring And Snap Ring End Gap
5. Install the reverse idler gear assembly (see REVERSE IDLER GEAR
THIRD SHAFT BEARING REMOVAL

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 Oil Seal Driver Attachment, 71.5mm 07GAD-SE00100

 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000
1. Remove the reverse idler gear assembly (see REVERSE IDLER GEAR
2. To remove the third shaft bearing, expand the snap ring using snap ring pliers, then push the bearing out
using the 15 x 135L driver handle and the 71.5 mm oil seal driver attachment. Do not remove the snap
ring unless it is necessary to clean the groove in the transmission housing.
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Fig. 435: Expanding Snap Ring Using Snap Ring Pliers To Remove Third Shaft Bearing
THIRD SHAFT BEARING INSTALLATION

 Oil Seal Driver Attachment, 71.5mm 07GAD-SE00100

 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000
1. Install the third shaft bearing (A) in the direction shown.

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Fig. 436: Installing Third Shaft Bearing
2. Expand the snap ring using snap ring pliers, and insert the bearing part-way into the transmission housing
using the 15 x 135L driver handle and the 71.5 mm oil seal driver attachment.
3. Release the snap ring pliers, then push the bearing down into the transmission housing until the snap ring
snaps in place around it.
4. After installing the bearing, check that the snap ring (A) is seated in the bearing and the housing groove,
and that the snap ring end gap (B) is 0 - 7 mm (0 - 0.28 in).
Fig. 437: Identifying Snap Ring And Snap Ring End Gap
5. Install the reverse idler gear assembly (see REVERSE IDLER GEAR
IDLER GEAR SHAFT BEARING REPLACEMENT

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 Bearing Driver Attachment, 37 x 40 mm 07746-0010200

 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000
 Slide Hammer 07936-371020A
 Remover Handle 07936-3710100
 Bearing Remover Shaft Set, 22 mm 070MC-MFR0100
1. Heating the transmission housing to about 212°F (100°C) using a heat gun (A). Do not heat the
transmission housing more than 212°F (100°C).
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Fig. 438: Heating Transmission Housing To About 212°F (100°C) Using Heat Gun
2. Remove the idler gear shaft bearing from the transmission housing using the 22 mm bearing remover
shaft, the remover handle, and the slide hammer.
Fig. 439: Removing Idler Gear Shaft Bearing Using Bearing Remover Shaft, Remover Handle And
Slide Hammer
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3. Install a new bearing until it bottoms in the transmission housing using the 15 x 135L driver handle and
the 37 x 40 mm bearing driver attachment.
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Fig. 440: Installing Bearing In Transmission Housing Using Driver Handle And Bearing Driver
Attachment
SELECTOR CONTROL SHAFT BEARING REPLACEMENT

 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000

 Bearing Remover Shaft Set, 15 mm 07936-KC10500
 Bearing Driver Attachment, 28x30 mm 07946-1870100
1. Remove the selector control shaft bearing from the transmission housing using the 15 mm bearing
remover shaft and the slide hammer.
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Fig. 441: Removing Selector Control Shaft Bearing Using Bearing Remover Shaft And Slide
Hammer
2. Install a new bearing until it bottoms in the transmission housing using the 15 x 135L driver handle and
Fig. 442: Installing New Bearing Using Driver Handle And Bearing Driver Attachment
SELECTOR CONTROL SHAFT OIL SEAL REPLACEMENT

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 Attachment, 22 x 24 mm 07746-001A800
 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000
1. Remove the oil seal from the transmission housing.
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Fig. 443: Removing Oil Seal From Transmission Housing
2. Install a new oil seal (A) in the transmission housing to a depth (B) of 0.3 - 1.0 mm (0.012 - 0.039 in)
below the transmission housing surface (C) using the 15 x 135L driver handle and the 22 x 24 mm
attachment.
Fig. 444: Installing Oil Seal Using Driver Handle And Bearing Driver Attachment
MAINSHAFT BEARING AND OIL SEAL REPLACEMENT

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 Adjustable Bearing Puller, 25 - 40 mm 07736-A01000B

 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000
 Bearing Remover Shaft 07JAC-PH80200
1. Remove the oil seal from the torque converter housing.
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Fig. 445: Removing Oil Seal From Torque Converter Housing
2. Remove the mainshaft bearing using the 25- 40 mm adjustable bearing puller, the bearing remover shaft,
and the slide hammer.
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Fig. 446: Removing Mainshaft Bearing Using Adjustable Bearing Puller, Bearing Remover Shaft
And Slide Hammer
3. Install a new bearing until it bottoms in the torque converter housing using the 15 x 135L driver handle
and the 62 x 68 mm bearing driver attachment.
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Fig. 447: Installing Bearing In Torque Converter Housing Using Driver Handle And Bearing
Driver Attachment
4. Install a new oil seal flush with the torque converter housing using the 15 x 135L driver handle and the 72
x 75 mm bearing driver attachment.
NOTE: Do not drive the oil seal into the torque converter housing until it bottoms
out, it will block the fluid return passage and cause transmission damage.
Fig. 448: Installing Oil Seal Flush Using Driver Handle And Bearing Driver Attachment
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COUNTERSHAFT BEARING REPLACEMENT


 Adjustable Bearing Puller, 25 - 40 mm 07736-A01000B
 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000
1. Remove the countershaft bearing from the torque converter housing using the 25- 40 mm adjustable
bearing puller, the bearing remover shaft, and the slide hammer.
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Fig. 449: Removing Countershaft Bearing Housing Using Bearing Puller, Bearing Remover Shaft
And Slide Hammer
2. Check the ATF guide plate (A), and replace it if it is damaged.

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Fig. 450: Identifying ATF Guide Plate And Bearing

3. Install a new bearing (B) in the direction shown.

4. Drive the bearing (A) in the torque converter housing using the 15 x 135L driver handle and the 72 x 75
mm bearing driver attachment; install the bearing outer notch-cut (B) to a depth (C) of 0- 0.14 mm (0-
0.0055 in) below the torque converter housing surface (D). 07749-0010000
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Fig. 451: Driving Bearing In Torque Converter Housing Using Driver Handle And Bearing Driver
Attachment
SECONDARY SHAFT BEARING REPLACEMENT

 Adjustable Bearing Puller, 45- 75 mm 07YAC-0010100

 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000
1. Remove the secondary shaft bearing from the torque converter housing using the 45- 75 mm adjustable
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Fig. 452: Removing Secondary Shaft Bearing Using Bearing Puller, Bearing Remover Shaft And
Slide Hammer
2. Cover the tip of the 1st clutch ATF feed pipe with a shop rag. Apply air pressure to the ATF feed pipe
hole (A) of the 1st clutch hydraulic circuit, and remove the ATF guide collar (B), the 28.6 x 40.8 x 13
mm secondary shaft bearing (C), and the ATF feed pipe assembly (D) from the transmission housing.
Fig. 453: Identifying ATF Feed Pipe Hole, ATF Guide Collar, Secondary Shaft Bearing And ATF
Feed Pipe Assembly
3. Install a new O-ring (A) on the ATF feed pipe assembly (B), then install the ATF feed pipe assembly in
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the torque converter housing by aligning the finger (C) with the groove (D).
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Fig. 454: Identifying O-Ring, ATF Feed Pipe Assembly, Finger And Groove
4. Install the 28.6 x 40.8 x 13 mm bearing (A) into the torque converter housing.
Fig. 455: Identifying Bearing, O-rings, ATF Guide Collar, Finger And Groove
5. Install new O-rings (B) on the ATF guide collar (C), then install the guide collar in the torque converter
housing by aligning the finger (D) with the groove (E).
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6. Install the bearing until it bottoms in the direction shown in the torque converter housing using the 15 x
135L driver handle and the 62 x 68 mm bearing driver attachment.
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Driver Attachment
THIRD SHAFT BEARING REPLACEMENT

 Adjustable Bearing Puller, 25- 40 mm 07736-A01000B

 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000
1. Remove the third shaft bearing from the torque converter housing using the 25- 40 mm adjustable bearing
puller, the bearing remover shaft, and the slide hammer.
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Fig. 457: Removing Third Shaft Bearing Housing Using Bearing Puller, Bearing Remover Shaft
And Slide Hammer
Fig. 458: Identifying ATF Guide Plate And Bearing In Torque Converter Housing
3. Install a new bearing (B) in the torque converter housing.

4. Drive the bearing (A) into the torque converter housing using the 15 x 135L driver handle and the 52 x 55
mm bearing driver attachment; install the bearing to a depth (B) of 0 - 0.07 mm (0 - 0.0012 in) below the
torque converter housing surface (C).
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Fig. 459: Drive Bearing Into Torque Converter Housing Using Driver Handle And Bearing Driver
Attachment
IDLER GEAR SHAFT BEARING REPLACEMENT

 Adjustable Bearing Puller, 25- 40 mm 07736-A01000B

 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000
1. Remove the idler gear shaft bearing from the torque converter housing using the 25- 40 mm adjustable
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Fig. 460: Removing Idler Gear Shaft Bearing Using Bearing Puller, Bearing Remover Shaft And
Slide Hammer
Fig. 461: Identifying ATF Guide Plate And Bearing In Torque Converter Housing
3. Install a new bearing (B) in the torque converter housing.

4. Drive the bearing until it bottoms into the torque converter housing using the 15 x 135L driver handle and
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Fig. 462: Driving Bearing Into Torque Converter Housing Using Driver Handle And Bearing
Driver Attachment
SELECTOR CONTROL SHAFT BEARING REPLACEMENT


 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000
 Bearing Remover Shaft Set, 15 mm 07936-KC10500
1. Remove the selector control shaft bearing from the torque converter housing using the 15 mm bearing
remover shaft and the slide hammer.
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Fig. 463: Removing Selector Control Shaft Bearing Using Bearing Remover Shaft And Slide
Hammer
2. Install a new bearing until it bottoms out in the torque converter housing using the 15 x 135L driver
handle and the 32 x 35 mm bearing driver attachment.
Driver Attachment
MAINSHAFT DISASSEMBLY
EXPLODED VIEW
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Fig. 465: Exploded View Of Mainshaft With Torque Specifications
1. Remove the 42 x 63.5 x 3.5 mm thrust needle bearing (A), 3rd gear (B), the 42 x 49 x 23 mm needle
bearing (C), and the 47 x 64 x 3 mm thrust needle bearing (D) from the mainshaft (E).
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Fig. 466: Removing Thrust Needle Bearing, 3rd Gear, Needle Bearing And Thrust Needle Bearing
From Mainshaft
2. Remove the set ring (F) and the 32 x 40 x 23 mm needle bearing (G).
3. Place 4th gear (A) on press bases (B), and place a spacer (C) between the mainshaft (D) and the press to
prevent damaging the mainshaft.
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Fig. 467: Identifying 4th Gear, Press Bases, Spacer And Mainshaft
4. Remove the 3rd gear collar (A), the 3rd/6th clutch (B), 6th gear (C), and 4th gear (D) using a press.
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Fig. 468: Identifying 3rd Gear Collar, 3rd/6th Clutch, 6th Gear And 4th Gear
5. Remove the O-rings (A) from the mainshaft (B).

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Fig. 469: Identifying O-Rings, Mainshaft And Sealing Rings
6. Remove the sealing rings (C) from the mainshaft.

7. Inspect the bearings for galling and rough movement.
8. Check the shaft bearing surfaces for scoring and excessive wear, and check the shaft splines for excessive
wear and damage.
9. Inspect 6th gear for wear and damage, and inspect the 6th gear bearing for wear and rough rotation.
10. Replace the 6th gear if the gear or the bearing is worn or damaged.
MAINSHAFT REASSEMBLY
 Driver Handle, 40 mm I.D. 07746-0030100

 Bearing Driver Attachment, 35 mm I.D. 07746-0030400
1. Install new sealing rings (A).

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Fig. 470: Identifying Sealing Rings, Needle Bearing, 4th Gear, Mainshaft And Set Ring
2. Install the 32 x 40 x 23 mm needle bearing (B) and the set ring (C).
3. Slide 4th gear (D) over the mainshaft (E) in the direction shown.
4. Place 4th gear (A) on press bases (B), and place a spacer (C) between the mainshaft (D) and the press to
prevent damaging the mainshaft.
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Fig. 471: Identifying 4th Gear, Press Bases, Spacer And Mainshaft
5. Install 4th gear using a press.

6. Install 6th gear (A) over the mainshaft (B), then press it into place using the 40 mm I.D. driver handle and
the press.
Fig. 472: Identifying 6th Gear And Mainshaft

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7. Wrap the shaft splines with electrical tape to prevent O-ring damage, install new O-rings (A) on the
mainshaft (B), then remove the tape.
NOTE: Lubricate the O-rings with ATF before installing them.
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Fig. 473: Identifying O-Rings, 3rd/6th Clutch And Mainshaft
8. Install the 3rd/6th clutch (C).

9. Install the 3rd gear collar (A) over the mainshaft (B), then press it into place using the 40 mm I.D. driver
handle, the 35 mm I.D. bearing driver attachment, and the press.
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Fig. 474: Installing 3rd Gear Collar Over Mainshaft
10. Install the 47 x 64 x 3 mm thrust needle bearing (A), the 42 x 49 x 23 mm needle bearing (B), 3rd gear
(C), and the 42 x 63.5 x 3.5 mm needle bearing (D).
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Fig. 475: Identifying Thrust Needle Bearing, Needle Bearing, 3rd Gear, And Needle Bearing
COUNTERSHAFT DISASSEMBLY
EXPLODED VIEW
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Fig. 476: Exploded View Of Countershaft With Torque Specifications
1. Secure the final drive gear part of the countershaft in a bench vise with wood blocks, loosen the lock bolt
(A), and remove it. The lock bolt has left-hand threads.
NOTE: After this procedure, remove wood chips that may be stuck to the gear.
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Fig. 477: Loosening Lock Bolt
2. Place the park gear (A) on press bases (B), and place a spacer (C) between the countershaft (D) and the
press to prevent damaging the countershaft.
Fig. 478: Placing Park Gear On Press Bases And Place Spacer Between Countershaft
3. Remove the ball bearing (A), 2nd gear (B), the 42.5 mm thrust shim (C), the 5th gear collar (D), the 42.5
x 52.5 x 2.5 mm thrust washer (E), 5th gear (F), 1st gear (G), the 53 x 57 x 20 mm needle bearing (H),
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and the park gear (I) using a press.
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Fig. 479: Identifying Ball And Needle Bearing, 2nd Gear, Thrust Shim, 5th Gear And Collar,
Thrust Washer, 1st Gear, And Park Gear
4. Inspect the bearing for galling and rough movement.

wear and damage.
6. Check the countershaft 2nd gear axial clearance and the 5th gear axial clearance (see COUNTERSHAFT
2ND GEAR AND 5TH GEAR AXIAL CLEARANCE INSPECTION ), and check the 1st gear one-
way clutch (see 1ST GEAR ONE-WAY CLUTCH INSPECTION ).
COUNTERSHAFT 2ND GEAR AND 5TH GEAR AXIAL CLEARANCE

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INSPECTION
Driver Handle, 40 mm I.D. 07746-0030100
1. Slide the park gear (A) over the countershaft (B).
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Fig. 480: Identifying Park Gear And Countershaft
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3. Install the park gear using a press.

4. Install the 53 x 57 x 20 mm needle bearing (A), 1st gear (B), 5th gear (C), the 42.5 x 52.5 x 2.5 mm thrust
washer (D), the 5th gear collar (E), the 42.5 mm thrust shim (F), and 2nd gear (G) on the countershaft
(H). Install 2nd gear and 5th gear in the direction shown.
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Fig. 482: Identifying Needle Bearing, 1st Gear, 5th Gear, Thrust Washer, Gear Collar, Thrust
Shim, And 2nd Gear On Countershaft
5. Install the ball bearing (A) over the countershaft (B), then press it into place using the 40 mm I.D. driver
handle and the press.
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Fig. 483: Identifying Ball Bearing And Countershaft
6. Secure the final drive gear part of the countershaft in a bench vise with wood blocks, install the old lock
bolt (A), and tighten it to 125 N.m (12.7 kgf.m, 92 lbf.ft). The lock bolt has left-hand threads.
Fig. 484: Installing Lock Bolt

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7. Measure the clearance between the 5th gear collar (A) and the 42.5 mm thrust shim (B) with a feeler
gauge (C) in at least three places. Use the average as the actual clearance.
Standard: 0.04 - 0.10 mm (0.002 - 0.003 in)
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Fig. 485: Measuring Clearance Between 5th Gear Collar And Thrust Shim With Feeler Gauge
8. If the clearance is out of the standard, remove the 42.5 mm thrust shim and measure its thickness.
9. Select and install a new 42.5 mm thrust shim, then recheck the clearance.
THRUST SHIM, 42.5 MM

No. Thickness
A 1.82 mm (0.0717 in)
B 1.86 mm (0.0732 in)
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C 1.90 mm (0.0748 in)

D 1.94 mm (0.0764 in)
E 1.98 mm (0.0780 in)
F 2.02 mm (0.0795 in)
G 2.06 mm (0.0811 in)
H 2.10 mm (0.0827 in)
I 2.14 mm (0.0843 in)
J 2.18 mm (0.0858 in)
K 2.22 mm (0.0874 in)
L 2.26 mm (0.0890 in)
1ST GEAR ONE-WAY CLUTCH INSPECTION
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1. Install the 53 x 57 x 20 mm needle bearing (A) and 1st gear (B) on the park gear (C).
Fig. 486: Installing Needle Bearing And 1st Gear On Park Gear
2. Hold the park gear (A), and turn 1st gear (B) in the direction shown to be sure it turns freely. Also make
sure 1st gear locks in the opposite direction.
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Fig. 487: Identifying Park Gear And 1st Gear

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3. If any problem occurs on the 1st gear one-way clutch, replace 1st gear. The 1st gear one-way clutch is not
available separately from 1st gear.
COUNTERSHAFT REASSEMBLY
1. Slide the park gear (A) over the countershaft (B).
Fig. 488: Identifying Park Gear And Countershaft

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3. Install the park gear using a press.

4. Install the 53 x 57 x 20 mm needle bearing (A), 1st gear (B), 5th gear (C), the 42.5 x 52.5 x 2.5 mm thrust
washer (D), the 5th gear collar (E), the selected 42.5 mm thrust shim (F), and 2nd gear (G) on the
countershaft (H). Install 2nd gear and 5th gear in the direction shown.
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Fig. 490: Identifying Needle Bearing, 1st Gear, 5th Gear, Thrust Washer, 5th Gear Collar, Thrust
Shim, 2nd Gear And Countershaft
5. Install the ball bearing (A) over the countershaft (B), then press it into place using the 40 mm I.D. driver
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Fig. 491: Installing Ball Bearing Over Countershaft Using Driver Handle And Press
6. Secure the final drive gear part of the countershaft in a bench vise with wood blocks, install a new lock
bolt (A), and tighten it to 125 N.m (12.7 kgf.m, 92 lbf.ft). The lock bolt has left-hand threads.
Fig. 492: Installing Lock Bolt

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SECONDARY SHAFT DISASSEMBLY

EXPLODED VIEW
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Fig. 493: Exploded View Of Secondary Shaft With Torque Specifications
1. Remove the sealing rings (A).

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Fig. 494: Identifying Sealing Rings And Snap Ring
2. Remove the 32 mm snap ring (B), and remove the 2nd clutch (C) and O-rings (D).
3. Remove the 37 x 49 x 3.4 mm thrust washer (E), the 37 x 50 x 2.5 mm thrust needle bearing (F), 1st gear
(G), the 32 x 38 x 34 mm needle bearing (H), the 37 x 52 x 2 mm thrust washer (I), and the 38 x 54 x 3.5
mm thrust needle bearing (J).
4. Secure the idler gear (A) on the secondary shaft (B) in a bench vise with wood blocks, loosen the lock
bolt (C), and remove it.
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Fig. 495: Loosening Lock Bolt
5. Place the idler gear (A) on press bases (B), and place a spacer (C) between the secondary shaft (D) and
the press to prevent damaging the secondary shaft.
Fig. 496: Placing Idler Gear On Press Bases, And Place Spacer Between Secondary Shaft
6. Remove the ball bearing (A), the 38 x 64 x 3.5 mm thrust needle bearing (B), 2nd gear (C), the 38 x 44 x
22.5 mm needle bearing (D), the 39 x 57 x 2.5 mm thrust needle bearing (E), the 2nd gear collar (F), the
2nd/5th clutch (G), the O-rings (H), the 5th gear collar (I), the 49 x 66 x 3 mm thrust needle bearing (J),
5th gear (K), the 45 x 50 x 25 mm needle bearing (L), the 49 x 66 x 3 mm thrust needle bearing (M), and
the idler gear (N) using a press.
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Fig. 497: Identifying Ball And Needle Bearings, Thrust Needle Bearing, 2nd And 5th Gears And
Collars, 2nd/5th Clutch, O-Rings And Idler Gear

wear and damage.
9. Check the secondary shaft 2nd gear and 5th gear axial clearance (see SECONDARY SHAFT 2ND
GEAR AND 5TH GEAR AXIAL CLEARANCE INSPECTION ), and check the secondary shaft
installation height (see SECONDARY SHAFT INSTALLATION HEIGHT
INSPECTION/ADJUSTMENT ).
SECONDARY SHAFT 2ND GEAR AND 5TH GEAR AXIAL CLEARANCE

INSPECTION
1. Slide the idler gear (A) over the secondary shaft (B) in the direction shown.
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Fig. 498: Identifying Idler Gear And Secondary Shaft
Fig. 499: Placing Idler Gear On Press Bases And Place Spacer Between Secondary Shaft
3. Install the idler gear using a press.

4. Install the 49 x 66 x 3 mm thrust needle bearing (A), the 45 x 50 x 25 mm needle bearing (B), 5th gear
(C), the 49 x 66 x 3 mm thrust needle bearing (D), and the 5th gear collar (E) on the secondary shaft (F).
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Fig. 500: Identifying Thrust Needle Bearing, Needle Bearing, 5th Gear, Thrust Needle Bearing, 5th
Gear Collar And Secondary Shaft
5. Press the 5th gear collar into place using the 40 mm I.D. driver handle and the press.
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Fig. 501: Pressing 5th Gear Collar
6. Install the 2nd/5th clutch (A) and the 2nd gear collar (B) on the secondary shaft (C).
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Fig. 502: Identifying 2nd/5th Clutch And 2nd Gear Collar On Secondary Shaft
7. Install the ball bearing (A) over the secondary shaft (B), then press it into place using the 40 mm I.D.
driver handle and the press.
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Fig. 503: Identifying Ball Bearing Over Secondary Shaft
8. Secure the idler gear (A) on the secondary shaft (B) in a bench vise with wood blocks, install the old lock
bolt (C), and tighten it to 78 N.m (8.0 kgf.m, 58 lbf.ft).
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Fig. 504: Identifying Idler Gear Secondary Shaft, Wood Blocks And Lock Bolt
9. Measure the clearance between the 2nd gear collar (A) and the ball bearing (B) with a feeler gauge (C) in
at least three places. Use the average as the actual clearance.
Standard: 0.05 - 0.12 mm (0.002 - 0.004 in)

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Fig. 505: Measuring Clearance Between 2nd Gear Collar And Ball Bearing With Feeler Gauge
10. If the clearance is out of the standard, remove the 2nd gear collar and measure its height.
Fig. 506: Measuring Height Of Collar

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11. Select and install a new 2nd gear collar, then recheck the clearance.
2ND GEAR COLLAR

No. Height
A 32.89 mm (1.2949 in)
B 32.94 mm (1.2968 in)
C 32.99 mm (1.2988 in)
D 33.04 mm (1.3008 in)
E 33.09 mm (1.3028 in)
F 33.14 mm (1.3047 in)
G 33.19 mm (1.3067 in)
H 33.24 mm (1.3087 in)
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SECONDARY SHAFT REASSEMBLY
1. Slide the idler gear (A) over the secondary shaft (B) in the direction shown.
Fig. 507: Identifying Idler Gear And Secondary Shaft

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Fig. 508: Placing Idler Gear On Press Bases And Place Spacer Between Secondary Shaft

(C), the 49 x 66 x 3 mm thrust needle bearing (D), and the 5th gear collar (E) on the secondary shaft (F).
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Fig. 509: Identifying Thrust Needle Bearing, Needle Bearing, 5th Gear, Thrust Needle Bearing, 5th
Gear Collar And Secondary Shaft
5. Press the 5th gear collar into place using the 40 mm I.D. driver handle and the press.
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Fig. 510: Pressing 5th Gear Collar Using Driver Handle And Press
6. Wrap the shaft splines with electrical tape to prevent O-ring damage, install new O-rings (A) on the
secondary shaft (B), then remove the tape.
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Fig. 511: Identifying O-Rings, 2nd/5th Clutch, 2nd Gear Collar, Thrust Needle Bearing, Needle
Bearing, 2nd Gear And Thrust Needle Bearing
7. Install the 2nd/5th clutch (C), the selected 2nd gear collar (D), the 39 x 57 x 2.5 mm thrust needle bearing
(E), the 38 x 44 x 22.5 mm needle bearing (F), 2nd gear (G), and the 38 x 64 x 3.5 mm thrust needle
bearing (H).
8. Install the ball bearing (A) over the secondary shaft (B), then press it into place using the 40 mm I.D.
driver handle and the press.
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Fig. 512: Installing Ball Bearing Over Secondary Shaft Using Driver Handle And Press
9. Secure the idler gear (A) on the secondary shaft (B) in a bench vise with wood blocks, install a new lock
bolt (C), and tighten it to 78 N.m (8.0 kgf.m, 58 lbf.ft).
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Fig. 513: Identifying Idler Gear, Secondary Shaft And Lock Bolt
10. Install the 38 x 54 x 3.5 mm thrust needle bearing (A), the 37 x 52 x 2 mm thrust washer (B), the 32 x 38
x 34 mm needle bearing (C), 1st gear (D), the 37 x 50 x 2.5 mm thrust needle bearing (E), and the 37 x 49
x 3.4 mm thrust washer (F) on the secondary shaft (G).
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Fig. 514: Identifying Needle Bearing, Thrust Washer, Needle Bearing, 1st Gear, Thrust Needle
Bearing, Thrust Washer And Secondary Shaft
11. Wrap the shaft splines with electrical tape, and install new O-rings (H) in the O-ring grooves, then
remove the tape.
12. Install the 1st clutch (I) on the secondary shaft, and secure the 1st clutch with the 32 mm snap ring (J).
13. Install new sealing rings (K).
SECONDARY SHAFT INSTALLATION HEIGHT INSPECTION/ADJUSTMENT

1. Install the thrust needle bearing (A) in the torque converter housing (B) in the direction shown, and install
the secondary shaft assembly (C).
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Fig. 515: Installing Thrust Needle Bearing In Torque Converter Housing
2. Install a new gasket (A) on the torque converter housing.
Fig. 516: Measuring Height Of Secondary Shaft

Secondary Shaft Cutaway View

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Fig. 517: Secondary Shaft Cutaway View
3. Measure the height (B) of the secondary shaft installation between the surface (C) of the gasket and the
top of the ball bearing outer race (D), then note the measurement.
4. While compressing the 89 mm thrust shim (A) using snap ring pliers, remove the 89 mm thrust shim from
the transmission housing, and measure its thickness.
Fig. 518: Identifying Thrust Shim

5. Calculate the thickness of the 89 mm thrust shim using the formula.
Formula:
89 mm Thrust Shim Thickness
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Secondary Shaft Installation Height
Standard:
259.10 - 259.19 mm (10.2008 - 10.2043 in)
6. Select an 89 mm thrust shim from the following table.
THRUST SHIM, 89 MM
No. Thickness
A 0.85 mm (0.0335 in)
B 0.92 mm (0.0362 in)
C 0.99 mm (0.0390 in)
D 1.06 mm (0.0417 in)
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E 1.13 mm (0.0445 in)
F 1.20 mm (0.0472 in)
G 1.27 mm (0.0500 in)
H 1.34 mm (0.0528 in)
I 1.41 mm (0.0555 in)
J 1.48 mm (0.0583 in)
K 1.55 mm (0.0610 in)
L 1.62 mm (0.0638 in)
M 1.69 mm (0.0665 in)
N 1.76 mm (0.0693 in)
O 1.83 mm (0.0720 in)
P 1.90 mm (0.0748 in)
Q 1.97 mm (0.0776 in)
R 2.04 mm (0.0803 in)
S 2.11 mm (0.0831 in)
T 2.18 mm (0.0858 in)
7. Install the thrust shim in the transmission housing.
THIRD SHAFT DISASSEMBLY

EXPLODED VIEW
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Fig. 519: Exploded View Of Third Shaft With Torque Specifications
1. Remove the reverse gear (A), the reverse selector (B), the 35 x 41 x 32 mm needle bearing (C), and the
reverse gear collar (D).
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Fig. 520: Identifying Reverse Gear, Reverse Selector, Needle Bearing, Reverse Gear Collar, Sealing
Rings, Snap Ring, 4th Clutch And O-Rings
2. Remove the sealing rings (E), the snap ring (F), the 4th clutch (G), and the O-rings (H).
3. Install a commercially available bearing separator (A) on the tapered part (B) of 6th gear (C). Place a
spacer (D) between the third shaft (E) and the press to prevent damaging the third shaft.
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Fig. 521: Installing Bearing Separator On Tapered Part Of 6th Gear
4. Remove the reverse selector hub (A), 6th gear (B), and the 37 x 42 x 25 mm needle bearings (C) using a
press.
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Fig. 522: Identifying Third Shaft Assembly Related Parts
5. Remove the snap ring (D), the cotter retainer (E), and the 36 mm cotters (F), and remove the 4th gear
washer (G), the 49 x 66 x 3 mm thrust needle bearing (H), 4th gear (I), the 45 x 50 x 25 mm needle
bearing (J), and the 49 x 66 x 3 mm thrust needle bearing (K) from the third shaft (L).
wear and damage.
8. Check the third shaft 6th gear axial clearance (see THIRD SHAFT 6TH GEAR AXIAL CLEARANCE
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INSPECTION ).
THIRD SHAFT 6TH GEAR AXIAL CLEARANCE INSPECTION


(C), the 49 x 66 x 3 mm thrust needle bearing (D), and the 4th gear washer (E), and install the 36 mm
cotters (F), the cotter retainer (G), and the snap ring (H) on the third shaft (I). Install the 4th gear washer
by aligning the fingers (J) with the grooves (K), and in the direction shown.
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Fig. 523: Identifying Third Shaft 6th Gear Axial Related Parts
2. Install the 37 x 42 x 25 mm needle bearings (L) and 6th gear (M) on the third shaft.
3. Apply ATF to the shaft splines of the reverse selector hub contact area, then slide the reverse selector hub
(A) over the third shaft (B), then press it into place using the 40 mm I.D. driver handle, the 30 mm I.D.
bearing driver attachment, and a press.
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Fig. 524: Sliding Reverse Selector Hub Over Third Shaft
4. Measure the clearance between 6th gear (A) and the reverse selector hub (B) with a feeler gauge (C) in at
least three places. Use the average as the actual clearance.
Standard: 0.045 - 0.420 mm (0.002 - 0.016 in)

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Fig. 525: Measuring Clearance Between 6th Gear And Reverse Selector Hub With Feeler Gauge
5. If the clearance is out of the standard, remove the 4th gear washer and measure its thickness.
Fig. 526: Measuring Thickness Of 4th Gear Washer

6. Select and install a new 4th gear washer, then recheck the clearance.
4TH GEAR WASHER

No. Thickness (t)
A 8.515 mm (0.33524 in)
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B 8.540 mm (0.33622 in)

C 8.565 mm (0.33720 in)
D 8.590 mm (0.33819 in)
E 8.615 mm (0.33917 in)
F 8.640 mm (0.34016 in)
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(C), the 49 x 66 x 3 mm thrust needle bearing (D), and the selected 4th gear washer (E), and install the 36
mm cotters (F), the cotter retainer (G), and the snap ring (H) on the third shaft (I). Install the 4th gear
washer by aligning the fingers (J) with the grooves (K), and in the direction shown.
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Fig. 527: Identifying Third Shaft Assembly Parts
2. Install the 37 x 42 x 25 mm needle bearings (L) and 6th gear (M) on the third shaft.
3. Apply ATF to the shaft splines of the reverse selector hub contact area, then slide the reverse selector hub
(A) over the third shaft (B), then press it into place using the 40 mm I.D. driver handle, the 30 mm I.D.
bearing driver attachment, and a press.
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Fig. 528: Sliding Reverse Selector Hub Over Third Shaft
4. Install the reverse gear collar (A), the 35 x 41 x 32 mm needle bearing (B), the reverse selector (C), and
the reverse gear (D) on the third shaft (E).
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Fig. 529: Identifying Reverse Gear Related Components
5. Wrap the shaft splines with electrical tape, and install new O-rings (F) in the 4th clutch O-ring grooves,
then remove the tape.
6. Install the 4th clutch (G) on the secondary shaft, and secure the 4th clutch with the 35 mm snap ring (H).
7. Install new sealing rings (I).
IDLER GEAR SHAFT DISASSEMBLY

EXPLODED VIEW
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Fig. 530: Exploded View Of Idler Gear Shaft Assembly
1. Remove the 41.5 mm washer (A) and the 27.5 x 41 x 2.5 mm thrust needle bearing (B).
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Fig. 531: Identifying Washer, Thrust Needle Bearing, Cotter Retainer, Idler Gear Shaft And
Cotters
2. Remove the snap ring (C), the cotter retainer (D), and the 32.5 mm cotters (E) from the idler gear shaft
(F).
3. Place the idler gear (A) on press bases (B), and place a spacer (C) between the idler gear shaft (D) and the
press to prevent damaging the idler gear shaft.
Fig. 532: Placing Idler Gear On Press Bases And Spacer Between Idler Gear Shaft
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4. Remove the idler gear using a press.

6. Check the shaft bearing surfaces for scoring and excessive wear.
7. Check the idler gear shaft installation height (see IDLER GEAR SHAFT INSTALLATION HEIGHT
INSPECTION/ADJUSTMENT ).
IDLER GEAR SHAFT REASSEMBLY

1. Install the idler gear (A) over the idler gear shaft (B).
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Fig. 533: Installing Idler Gear Over Idler Gear Shaft
2. Place the idler gear (A) on press bases (B), and place a spacer (C) between the idler gear shaft (D) and the
press to prevent damaging the idler gear shaft.
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Fig. 534: Placing Idler Gear On Press Bases And Place Spacer Between Idler Gear Shaft

4. Install the 32.5 mm cotter (A), the cotter retainer (B), and the snap ring (C) on the idler gear shaft (D).
Fig. 535: Identifying Cotter, Cotter Retainer, Snap Ring, Idler Gear Shaft, Thrust Needle Bearing
And Washer
5. Install the 27.5 x 41 x 2.5 mm thrust needle bearing (E) and the 41.5 mm washer (F).
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IDLER GEAR SHAFT INSTALLATION HEIGHT INSPECTION/ADJUSTMENT

1. Install the idler gear shaft (A) in the torque converter housing, and install the 27.5 x 41 x 2.5 mm thrust
needle bearing (B) and the 41.5 mm washer (C) on the idler gear shaft.
Idler Gear Shaft Installation Height:
Standard:
116.24 - 116.30 mm (4.5764 - 4.5787 in)
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Fig. 536: Identifying Idler Gear Shaft, Thrust Needle Bearing, Washer, Gasket And Surfaces
Idler Gear Shaft Cutaway View

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Fig. 537: Idler Gear Shaft Cutaway View

2. Install a new gasket (D) on the torque converter housing.

3. Measure the installation height (E) of the idler gear shaft between the surface (F) of the gasket and the
surface (G) of the 41.5 mm washer.
4. If the measurement is out of the standard, remove the 41.5 mm washer and measure its thickness.
5. Select and install a new 41.5 mm washer, then recheck the installation height.
WASHER, 41.5 MM
No. Thickness
A 1.26 mm (0.0496 in)
B 1.30 mm (0.0512 in)
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C 1.34 mm (0.0528 in)
D 1.38 mm (0.0543 in)
E 1.42 mm (0.0559 in)
F 1.46 mm (0.0575 in)
G 1.50 mm (0.0591 in)
H 1.54 mm (0.0606 in)
I 1.58 mm (0.0622 in)
J 1.62 mm (0.0638 in)
K 1.66 mm (0.0654 in)
L 1.70 mm (0.0669 in)
M 1.74 mm (0.0685 in)
N 1.78 mm (0.0701 in)
O 1.82 mm (0.0717 in)
P 1.86 mm (0.0732 in)
Q 1.90 mm (0.0748 in)
R 1.94 mm (0.0764 in)
S 1.98 mm (0.0780 in)
T 2.02 mm (0.0795 in)
U 2.06 mm (0.0811 in)
CLUTCH CLEARANCE INSPECTION

Clutch Compressor Attachment 07ZAE-PRP0100
1. Set a dial indicator (A) on the clutch end-plate (B).

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Fig. 538: Setting Dial Indicator On Clutch End-Plate
2. Zero the dial indicator with the clutch end-plate lifted up to the snap ring (C).
3. Release the clutch end-plate to lower it, then put the clutch compressor attachment on the end-plate (A).
Fig. 539: Identifying Clutch End-Plate With Torque Specifications

4. Press the clutch compressor attachment down with 147.1 N (15.00 kgf, 33.07 lbf) (B) using a force gauge
or equivalent, and read the dial indicator (C).
5. The dial indicator reads the clearance (D) between the clutch end-plate and the top disc (E). Take
measurements in at least three places, and use the average as the actual clearance.
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Standard:
1st Clutch: 1.50 - 1.70 mm (0.0591 - 0.0669 in)
2nd Clutch: 1.25 - 1.45 mm (0.0492 - 0.0571 in)
3rd Clutch: 1.25 - 1.45 mm (0.0492 - 0.0571 in)
4th Clutch: 1.50 - 1.70 mm (0.0591 - 0.0669 in)
5th Clutch: 1.25 - 1.45 mm (0.0492 - 0.0571 in)
6th Clutch: 1.25 - 1.45 mm (0.0492 - 0.0571 in)
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6. If the measurement is out of the standard, replace the clutch assembly.
TRANSMISSION REASSEMBLY
Mainshaft Holder Set 07PAB-0010001
NOTE:  Refer to the EXPLODED VIEW in the Transmission Disassembly as needed

during the following procedure.
 Apply a light coat of clean ATF on all tubes, O-rings, and moving parts
before reassembly.
1. Make sure that the ATF magnet (A) is cleaned and installed in the torque converter housing. Clean and
install the ATF magnet, if necessary.
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Fig. 540: Identifying ATF Magnet, Main Separator Plate, Dowel Pins And ATF Pump Driven Gear
Fig. 541: Identifying ATF Pump Driven And Drive Gear And Shaft
2. Install the main separator plate (B) and the two dowel pins (C) on the torque converter housing.
3. Install the ATF pump drive gear (D), the ATF pump driven gear (E), and the ATF pump driven gear shaft
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(F). Install the ATF pump driven gear with its grooved and chamfered side facing down.
4. Install the main valve body (G) (eight bolts).
5. Install the 4th/reverse air check valve (H).
6. Make sure the ATF pump drive gear (A) rotates smoothly in the normal operating direction, and the ATF
pump driven gear shaft (B) moves smoothly in the axial and normal operating direction.
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Fig. 542: Rotating ATF Pump Drive And Driven Gear Shaft
7. If the ATF pump drive gear and ATF pump driven gear shaft do not move smoothly, loosen the main
valve body bolts. Realign the ATF pump driven gear shaft, and retighten the bolts to the specified
torques, then recheck. Failure to align the ATF pump driven gear shaft correctly will result in a seized
ATF pump drive gear or ATF pump driven gear shaft.
8. Install the two check balls (A) in the main valve body.
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Fig. 543: Identifying Transmission Assembly Components With Torque Specifications
9. Install the regulator separator plate (B) and the two dowel pins (C) on the main valve body, and install the
regulator valve body (D) (eight bolts).
10. Install the manual separator plate (E) and the two dowel pins (F) on the main valve body, and install the
manual valve body (G) (seven bolts).
11. Install the two dowel pins (A) on the main valve body.
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Fig. 544: Identifying Dowel Pins, Stator Shaft, O-Ring, Shaft Support, 3rd And 6th Air Check
Valve And Shaft Stop With Torque Specifications
12. Install the stator shaft (B) with new O-rings (three) (C), and install the stator shaft support (D) (four
bolts).
13. Install the 3rd air check valve (E) and the 6th air check valve (F).
14. Install the stator shaft stop (G) in the torque converter housing.
15. Install the cooler retainer cap (A).
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Fig. 545: Identifying Cooler Retainer Cap With Torque Specifications
16. Install the 2nd air check valve (A), the 5th air check valve (B), and the oil catch plate (C).
Fig. 546: Identifying 2nd Air Check Valve, 5th Air Check Valve, Oil Catch Plate, Transfer Output
Shaft And Thrust Shim With Torque Specifications
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17. With SH-AWD: Install the transfer output shaft (D) in the torque converter housing, and install the thrust
shim (E) on the top of the transfer output shaft.
18. Install the differential assembly (F) in the torque converter housing.
19. Install the selector control shaft (G).
20. Align the control lever pin (A) with the manual valve guide (B).
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Fig. 547: Identifying Control Lever Pin And Manual Valve Guide
21. Hook the detent spring (A) to the detent arm (B) and the selector control shaft (C), then install the detent
arm and the detent arm shaft (D) into the torque converter housing.
Fig. 548: Identifying Detent Spring, Detent Arm, Selector Control Shaft, Detent Arm And Detent
Arm Shaft
22. Install the parking holder (A).

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Fig. 549: Identifying Parking Holder And 3rd Shaft With Torque Specifications
23. Install the third shaft (B) into the main valve body.
24. Assemble the mainshaft, the countershaft, the secondary shaft, and the idler gear shaft.
25. Install the thrust needle bearing (A) on the secondary shaft bearing in the torque converter housing.
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Fig. 550: Identifying Transmission Reassembly Related Parts
26. Join the mainshaft subassembly (B), the countershaft subassembly (C), the secondary shaft subassembly
(D), and the idler gear shaft subassembly (E) together, and install them in the torque converter housing.
Install the 27.5 x 41 x 2.5 mm thrust needle bearing (F) and the 41.5 mm washer (G) on the top of the
idler gear shaft.
27. Turn the shift fork shaft (A) so the large chamfered hole is facing the fork bolt hole of the shift fork.
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Fig. 551: Identifying Shift Fork Shaft, Baffle Plate, Shift Fork Reverse Selector Hub And Gear
28. Install the baffle plate (B), the shift fork (C), the reverse selector hub (D), and the reverse gear (E)
together.
29. Secure the shift fork (A) to the shift fork shaft with the lock bolt and a new lock washer (B), then bend
the lock tab of the lock washer against the bolt head.
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Fig. 552: Identifying Shift Fork And Lock Washer With Torque Specifications
30. Install the lubrication pipe (A) and the 10 x 70 mm ATF joint pipe (B) into the regulator valve body (C).
Fig. 553: Identifying Lubrication Pipe, ATF Joint Pipe, Regulator Valve Body, ATF Strainer And
O-Ring With Torque Specifications
31. Install the ATF strainer (D) with a new O-ring (E).
32. Install new O-rings (C) (four) on the ATF joint pipes A and B, and install the ATF joint pipes A and B
into the manual valve body (D) and the torque converter housing (E).
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Fig. 554: Identifying O-Rings And Manual Valve Body
33. Install the two dowel pins (A) and a new gasket (B) on the torque converter housing (C).
Fig. 555: Identifying Dowel Pins, Gasket, Torque Converter Housing And Transmission Housing
34. Place the transmission housing (D) on the torque converter housing.
35. Wrap a screwdriver tip with tape to prevent damaging the reverse idler gear teeth. Engage the reverse
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idler gear with the reverse gears by rotating the idler gear using a screwdriver.
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Fig. 556: Engaging Reverse Idler Gear With Reverse Gears By Rotating Idler Gear Using
Screwdriver
36. While expanding the snap ring of the countershaft bearing using snap ring pliers, install the transmission
housing onto the bearing part-way. Then release snap ring pliers, and push down on the transmission
housing until it bottoms and snap ring snaps into place on the countershaft bearing snap ring groove.
Fig. 557: Expanding Snap Ring Of Countershaft Bearing Using Snap Ring Pliers
37. Install the transmission housing mounting bolts along with transmission hanger C, and tighten the bolts in
at least two steps in a criss-cross pattern to the specified torques.
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Fig. 558: Installing Transmission Housing Mounting Bolts Along With Transmission Hanger C
38. Install the mainshaft holder onto the mainshaft.
Fig. 559: Installing Mainshaft Holder Onto Mainshaft

39. Install the control lever (A) over the selector control shaft (B). Secure the control lever with a new lock
washer (C) and the bolt, then bend the lock tab of the lock washer against the bolt head.
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Fig. 560: Identifying Control Lever, Selector Control Shaft And Lock Washer With Torque
Specifications
40. Shift the transmission in the P position by rotating the control lever. Do not use the control shaft to adjust
the shift position. If the selector control shaft tips are squeezed together, it will cause a faulty signal or
position due to play between the control shaft and the transmission range switch.
Fig. 561: Rotating Control Lever By Shifting Transmission In P Position

41. Install the old lock washers (A) with the marked side (B) up over the mainshaft (C) and the third shaft
(D), and apply ATF to surfaces of the old lock washers and the old locknuts (E).
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Fig. 562: Identifying Lock Washers, Marked Side, Mainshaft, Third Shaft And Locknuts With
42. Install the old locknuts, and tighten them to seat the lock washers to the specified torques, then remove
the old locknuts and the old lock washers.
NOTE: The third shaft locknut has left-hand threads.
43. Install new locknuts and new lock washers, and tighten them to the specified torques, then stake the
locknuts to a depth (A) of 0.7 - 1.3 mm (0.028- 0.051 in) using a 3.5 mm punch (B).
NOTE:  Do not rotate the locknuts in the reverse direction after the locknuts
are seated to the lock washers.
 The third shaft locknut has left-hand threads.
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Fig. 563: Installing Locknuts And Lock Washers With Torque
Specifications
44. Install transmission hanger A.
Fig. 564: Identifying Transmission Hangers, O-Rings, Mainshaft And End Covers With Torque
Specifications
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45. Install a new O-ring (B) on the mainshaft end cover (C), and install the mainshaft end cover. Install a new
O-ring (D) on the third shaft end cover (E), and install the third shaft end cover.
46. Install new O-rings (F) on the end covers (G), and install the end covers.
47. Apply ATF to new O-rings (A), and install the O-rings over the ATF pipes (B). Then install the ATF
pipes with the filter ends (C) facing the secondary valve body (D) into the transmission.
NOTE: There are 11 ATF pipes. Do not drop the ATF pipes into the transmission.
If an ATF pipe is dropped into the transmission, the transmission will need
to be disassembled.
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Fig. 565: Identifying O-Ring, ATF Pipes, Filter Ends, Gasket And Secondary Valve Body With
48. Install a new gasket (E) on the transmission housing.

49. Install the secondary valve body while aligning the ATF pipes with the pipe holes on the secondary valve
body, and secure the secondary valve body with the bolts.
50. Install new O-rings (A) on shift solenoid valve C (B), and install shift solenoid valve C.
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Fig. 566: Identifying O-Ring, Shift Solenoid Valve C And Sealing Washer With Torque
Specifications
51. Install transmission fluid pressure switch C (4th clutch) (C) with a new sealing washer (D). Tighten the
switch by gripping the metal part, not the plastic part.
52. Install transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) with a new sealing washer (C). Tighten the
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Fig. 567: Identifying Fluid Pressure Switch And Sealing Washer With Torque Specifications
53. Install transmission fluid pressure switch D (5th clutch) with a new sealing washer (E). Tighten the
54. Install transmission hanger B.
55. Install the ATF outlet line (A), and secure it with the banjo bolt (B) and new sealing washers (C), then
secure the ATF outlet line with the bracket bolt.
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Fig. 568: Identifying ATF Outlet Line, Banjo Bolt, Sealing Washers And ATF Inlet Line With
56. Install the ATF inlet line (D), and secure it with the banjo bolt (E) and new sealing washers (F).
57. Install a new O-ring (A) on the ATF temperature sensor (B), and install the ATF temperature sensor.
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Fig. 569: Identifying O-Ring And ATF Temperature Sensor With Torque Specifications
58. Install a new O-ring (A) on the input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor (B), and install the input shaft
(mainshaft) speed sensor.
Fig. 570: Identifying O-Ring And Input Shaft Speed Sensor With Torque Specifications
59. Install a new O-ring (C) on the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor (D), and install the output shaft
60. Shift the transmission into the N position by rotating the control lever from the P position. Do not use the
control shaft to adjust the shift position. If the selector control shaft tips are squeezed together, it will
cause a faulty signal or position due to play between the control shaft and the transmission range switch.
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Fig. 571: Rotating Control Lever From P Position To N Position
61. Align the cutouts (A) on the rotary-frame with the N positioning cutouts (B) on the transmission range
switch (C), then put a 2.0 mm (0.079 in) feeler gauge blade (D) in the cutouts to hold the switch in the N
position.
NOTE: Be sure to use a 2.0 mm (0.079 in) blade or equivalent to hold the switch in
the N position.
Fig. 572: Identifying Cutouts, Transmission Range Switch And Feeler Gauge Blade
62. Install the transmission range switch (A) gently on the selector control shaft while holding it in the N
position with the 2.0 mm (0.079 in) blade (B).
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Fig. 573: Identifying Transmission Range Switch And Blade With Torque Specifications
63. Tighten the bolts on the transmission range switch while you continue to hold the N position. Do not
move the transmission range switch when tightening the bolts. Remove the feeler gauge.
64. Install the ATF dipstick guide tubes (A) with new O-rings (B).
Fig. 574: Identifying ATF Dipstick Guide Tubes And O-Rings With Torque Specifications
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65. Install the ATF dipstick in the guide tube.

WITH SH-AWD
Fig. 575: Identifying A/T Differential And Related Components (With SH-AWD)
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WITHOUT SH-AWD
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Fig. 576: Identifying A/T Differential And Related Components (Without SH-AWD)
BACKLASH INSPECTION
1. With SH-AWD: Remove the final driven gear and the transfer drive gear from the differential carrier (see
DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER, FINAL DRIVEN GEAR, AND TRANSFER DRIVE GEAR
REPLACEMENT ).
Without SH-AWD: Remove the final driven gear (see DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER AND FINAL
DRIVEN GEAR REPLACEMENT ).
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2. Install both axles into the differential assembly (A) and place the axles on V-blocks (B).
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Fig. 577: Identifying Differential Assembly, V-Blocks, Pinion Gears And Dial Indicators
3. Measure the backlash of the pinion gears (C) with a dial indicator (D).
Standard (New): 0.05 - 0.15 mm (0.0020 - 0.0059 in)
4. If the backlash is out of the standard, replace the differential assembly.

5. With SH-AWD: Install the final driven gear and the transfer drive gear on the differential carrier (see
DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER, FINAL DRIVEN GEAR, AND TRANSFER DRIVE GEAR
REPLACEMENT ).
Without SH-AWD: Install the final driven gear (see DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER AND FINAL
DRIVEN GEAR REPLACEMENT ).
DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER, FINAL DRIVEN GEAR, AND TRANSFER DRIVE

GEAR REPLACEMENT
NOTE: Inspect and adjust the bearing preload whenever the differential carrier is
replaced.
1. Remove the final driven gear (A) and the transfer drive gear (B) from the differential carrier (C).
NOTE: The final driven gear bolts have left-hand threads.

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Fig. 578: Identifying Driven Gear, Drive Gear And Differential Carrier With Torque Specifications
2. Install the final driven gear and the transfer drive gear on the differential carrier in the direction shown.
3. Install the bolts through the differential carrier to the transfer drive gear.
4. Tighten the bolts to the specified torque in a crisscross pattern in at least two steps.
DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER AND FINAL DRIVEN GEAR REPLACEMENT
NOTE: Inspect and adjust the carrier bearing preload whenever the differential carrier
is replaced.
1. Remove the final driven gear (A) from the differential carrier (B).
NOTE: The final driven gear bolts (C) have left-hand threads.
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Fig. 579: Identifying Driven Gear, Differential Carrier And Driven Gear Bolts With Torque
Specifications
2. Install the final driven gear on the differential carrier in the direction shown.
3. Tighten the bolts to the specified torque in a crisscross pattern in at least two steps.
CARRIER BEARING REPLACEMENT

Installer Attachment, 45 x 55 mm 07MAD-PR90100
NOTE:  The carrier bearing and the carrier bearing outer race should be replaced
as a set.
 Inspect and adjust the carrier bearing preload whenever the bearing is
replaced.
 Check the bearing for wear and rough rotation. If the bearing is OK,
removal is not necessary.
1. Remove the carrier bearing (A) using a commercially available bearing puller (B), a bearing separator
(C), and a spacer (D).
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Fig. 580: Identifying Carrier Bearing, Bearing Puller, Bearing Separator And Spacer
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2. Install a new carrier bearing until it bottoms using the 45 x 55 mm installer attachment and a press.
Fig. 581: Installing Carrier Bearing Until It Bottoms Using Installer Attachment And Press
OIL SEAL REPLACEMENT

 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000

 Oil Seal Driver Attachment, 58 mm 07JAD-PH80101
 Oil Seal Driver Attachment, 60 mm 07LAD-SM40100
1. Remove the oil seal from the transmission housing.

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Fig. 582: Removing Oil Seal From Transmission Housing
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3. Install a new oil seal flush with the transmission housing using the 15 x 135L drive handle and the 60 mm
oil seal driver attachment.
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Fig. 584: Installing Oil Seal Flush With Transmission Housing Using Drive Handle And Oil Seal
Driver Attachment
4. Install a new oil seal flush with the torque converter housing using the 15 x 135L drive handle and the 58
mm oil seal driver attachment.
Fig. 585: Installing Oil Seal Flush With Torque Converter Housing Using Drive Handle And Oil
Seal Driver Attachment
CARRIER BEARING OUTER RACE REPLACEMENT

 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000

 Attachment, 83 mm 07HAD-SG00100
NOTE:  Replace the carrier bearing with a new one whenever the bearing outer
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race is replaced.
 Do not use the 85 mm thrust shim on the torque converter housing side.
 Adjust the preload after replacing the bearing and the outer race.
 Coat all parts with ATF during installation.
1. Remove the bearing outer race (A), the spacer (B), and the 85 mm thrust shim (C) from the transmission
housing (D) by heating the transmission housing to about 212°F (100°C) with a heat gun (E). Do not heat
the transmission housing more than 212°F (100°C).
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Fig. 586: Removing Bearing Outer Race, Spacer And Thrust Shim From Transmission Housing By
Heating With Heat Gun
2. Install the 85 mm thrust shim (A) in the transmission housing (B).

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Fig. 587: Identifying Thrust Shim, Transmission Housing, Spacer, Tab, Groove And Bearing Outer
Race
3. Install the spacer (C) by aligning the tab (D) with the groove (E), and install the bearing outer race (F) in
the transmission housing.
4. Drive the outer race securely into the transmission housing using the 15 x 135L driver handle and the 83
mm attachment so there is no clearance between the outer race, the spacer, the 85 mm thrust shim, and the
transmission housing.
Fig. 588: Driving Outer Race Securely Into Transmission Housing Using Driver Handle And
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Attachment
5. Remove the bearing outer race (A) and the spacer (B) from the torque converter housing (C).
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Fig. 589: Identifying Bearing Outer Race, Spacer, Tab And Groove
6. Install the spacer by aligning the tab (D) with the groove (E), and install a new bearing outer race in the
torque converter housing.
7. Drive the bearing outer race securely in the torque converter housing using the 15 x 135L driver handle
and the 83 mm attachment.
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Fig. 590: Driving Bearing Outer Race Securely In Torque Converter Housing Using Driver Handle
And Attachment
CARRIER BEARING PRELOAD INSPECTION

 Attachment, 83 mm 07HAD-SG00100
 Preload Inspection Tool 070AJ-0020101
 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000
NOTE: If the transmission housing, the torque converter housing, the differential
carrier, the tapered roller bearing, the bearing outer race, or the thrust shim
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were replaced, the bearing preload must be adjusted.
1. Remove the bearing outer race (A), the spacer (B), and the 85 mm thrust shim (C) from the transmission
housing (D) by heating the transmission housing to about 212°F (100 CC) with a heat gun (E). Do not
heat the transmission housing more than 212°F (100°C).
NOTE: Let the transmission housing cool to room temperature before adjusting
the bearing preload.
Fig. 591: Removing Bearing Outer Race, Spacer And Thrust Shim From Transmission Housing By
Heating With Heat Gun
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2. Replace the tapered roller bearing when the bearing outer race is to be replaced.
3. Do not use an 85 mm shim on the torque converter housing side.
4. Install the 85 mm thrust shim (A) in the transmission housing (B). If you install a new 85 mm thrust shim,
use the same thickness shim as the old one.
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Fig. 592: Identifying Thrust Shim, Transmission Housing, Spacer, Tab And Groove
5. Install the spacer (C) by aligning the tab (D) with the groove (E), and install the bearing outer race (F) in
the transmission housing.
6. Drive the bearing outer race securely in the transmission housing using the 15 x 135L driver handle and
the 83 mm attachment so there is no clearance between the bearing outer race, the spacer, the 85 mm
thrust shim, and the transmission housing.
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Fig. 593: Driving Bearing Outer Race Securely In Transmission Housing Using Driver Handle And
Attachment
7. Install the differential assembly (B) in the torque converter housing (C), and install a new gasket (D) and
the two dowel pins (E) on the torque converter housing.
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Fig. 594: Identifying Differential Assembly, Torque Converter Housing, Gasket And Dowel Pins
8. Install the transmission housing (F), and install the mounting bolts (With SH-AWD: 30 bolts, without
SH-AWD: 29 bolts) with transmission hanger A, then tighten the bolts.
9. Rotate the differential assembly in both directions to seat the bearings.
10. Measure the starting torque of the differential assembly with the preload inspection tool, a torque wrench
(A), and a socket (B). Measure the starting torque at normal room temperature in both directions.
Standard
New bearings:
3.9- 5.6 N.m (40- 57 kgf.cm, 35- 49 lbf.in)
Reused bearings:
3.6- 5.3 N.m (37- 54 kgf.cm, 32- 47 lbf.in)

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Fig. 595: Measuring Starting Torque Of Differential Assembly With Inspection Tool, Torque
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Wrench And Socket
11. If the measurement is out of the standard, remove the 85 mm thrust shim and measure its thickness.
12. Select a new 85 mm thrust shim. To increase the starting torque, increase thickness of the 85 mm thrust
shim. To decrease the starting torque, decrease the thickness of the 85 mm thrust shim. Changing the 85
mm shim to the next size will increase or decrease the starting torque about 0.5- 0.6 N.m (5.10- 6.12
kgf.cm, 4.4- 5.3 lbf.in).
THRUST SHIM, 85 MM
No. Thickness
A 1.350 mm (0.05315 in)
B 1.375 mm (0.05413 in)
C 1.400 mm (0.05512 in)
D 1.425 mm (0.05610 in)
E 1.450 mm (0.05709 in)
F 1.475 mm (0.05807 in)
G 1.500 mm (0.05906 in)
H 1.525 mm (0.06004 in)
I 1.550 mm (0.06102 in)
J 1.575 mm (0.06201 in)
K 1.600 mm (0.06299 in)
L 1.625 mm (0.06398 in)
M 1.650 mm (0.06496 in)
N 1.675 mm (0.06594 in)
O 1.700 mm (0.06693 in)
P 1.725 mm (0.06791 in)
Q 1.750 mm (0.06890 in)
R 1.775 mm (0.06988 in)
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S 1.800 mm (0.07087 in)

T 1.825 mm (0.07185 in)
U 1.850 mm (0.07283 in)
V 1.875 mm (0.07382 in)
W 1.900 mm (0.07480 in)
X 1.925 mm (0.07579 in)
Y 1.950 mm (0.07677 in)
Z 1.975 mm (0.07776 in)
AA 2.000 mm (0.07874 in)
AB 2.025 mm (0.07972 in)
AC 2.050 mm (0.08071 in)
AD 2.075 mm (0.08169 in)
AE 2.100 mm (0.08268 in)
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AF 2.125 mm (0.08366 in)
AG 2.150 mm (0.08465 in)
AH 2.175 mm (0.08563 in)
AI 2.200 mm (0.08661 in)
AJ 2.225 mm (0.08760 in)
AK 2.250 mm (0.08858 in)
AL 2.275 mm (0.08957 in)
AM 2.300 mm (0.09055 in)
AN 2.325 mm (0.09154 in)
AO 2.350 mm (0.09252 in)
AP 1.250 mm (0.04921 in)
AQ 1.275 mm (0.05020 in)
AR 1.300 mm (0.05118 in)
AS 1.325 mm (0.05217 in)
13. Install a new thrust shim, then recheck the starting torque.

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Fig. 596: Identifying Transfer Output Shaft Components Location
TRANSFER OUTPUT SHAFT BEARING REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the transfer output shaft bearing (A) with a commercially available puller (B), a bearing
separator (C), and a spacer (D). Place a spacer between the transfer output shaft and the puller to prevent
damaging the transfer output shaft.
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Fig. 597: Removing Transfer Output Shaft Bearing With Puller, Bearing Separator And Spacer
2. Install a new bearing (A) until it bottoms on the transfer output shaft using the 40 mm I.D. driver handle
and a press.
Fig. 598: Installing Bearing Until It Bottoms On Transfer Output Shaft Using Driver Handle And
Press
OIL SEAL REPLACEMENT

 Oil Seal Driver Attachment, 65 mm 07JAD-SH30100

 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000
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2. Install a new oil seal flush with the torque converter housing using the 15 x 135L driver handle and the 65
mm oil seal driver attachment.
Fig. 600: Installing Oil Seal Flush Using Driver Handle And Oil Seal Driver Attachment
TRANSMISSION HOUSING BEARING REPLACEMENT

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 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000

 Oil Seal Driver, 66 mm 07947-3710200
1. Remove the transfer output shaft bearing (A) from the transmission housing (B) by heating the
transmission housing to about 212°F (100°C) with a heat gun (C). Do not heat the transmission housing
more than 212°F(100°C).
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Fig. 601: Removing Transfer Output Shaft Bearing From Transmission Housing By Heating With
Heat Gun
2. Install a new bearing in the transmission housing in the direction shown.
Fig. 602: Installing Bearing In Transmission Housing

3. Drive a new bearing until it bottoms in the transmission housing using the 15 x 135L driver handle and
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the 66 mm oil seal driver.
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Fig. 603: Driving Bearing Until It Bottoms In Transmission Housing Using Driver Handle And Oil
Seal Driver
TRANSFER OUTPUT SHAFT INSTALLATION HEIGHT

INSPECTION/ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: If the transfer output shaft, the transfer output shaft bearing, the transmission
housing bearing, the transmission housing, or the torque converter housing
were replaced, adjust the transfer output shaft installation height with the 28.5
mm thrust shim.
1. Install the transfer output shaft (A) in the torque converter housing, and install the 28.5 mm thrust shim
(B) on the top of the shaft. If you install a new 28.5 mm thrust shim, use the same thickness shim as the
old one.
Standard: 47.26 - 47.30 mm (1.8606 - 1.8622 in)

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Fig. 604: Installing Transfer Output Shaft In Torque Converter Housing And Thrust Shim On Top
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Of Shaft
Transfer Output Shaft Cutaway View
Fig. 605: Transfer Output Shaft Cutaway View

2. Install a new gasket (C) on the torque converter housing.

3. Measure the height (D) of the transfer output shaft installation between the surface (E) of the gasket and
the top (F) of the 28.5 mm thrust shim in at least three places. Use the average as the actual height.
4. If the measurement is out of the standard, remove the 28.5 mm thrust shim and measure its thickness.
5. Select and install a new thrust shim, then recheck the installation height.
THRUST SHIM, 28.5 MM

No. Thickness
A 1.82 mm (0.0717 in)
B 1.84 mm (0.0724 in)
C 1.86 mm (0.0732 in)
D 1.88 mm (0.0740 in)
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E 1.90 mm (0.0748 in)

F 1.92 mm (0.0756 in)
G 1.94 mm (0.0764 in)
H 1.96 mm (0.0772 in)
I 1.98 mm (0.0780 in)
J 2.00 mm (0.0787 in)
K 2.02 mm (0.0795 in)
L 2.04 mm (0.0803 in)
M 2.06 mm (0.0811 in)
N 2.08 mm (0.0819 in)
O 2.10 mm (0.0827 in)
P 2.12 mm (0.0835 in)
Q 2.14 mm (0.0843 in)
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R 2.16 mm (0.0850 in)
S 2.18 mm (0.0858 in)
T 2.20 mm (0.0866 in)
U 2.22 mm (0.0874 in)
V 2.24 mm (0.0882 in)
W 2.26 mm (0.0890 in)
X 2.28 mm (0.0898 in)
Y 2.30 mm (0.0906 in)
Z 2.32 mm (0.0913 in)
AA 2.34 mm (0.0921 in)
AB 1.78 mm (0.0701 in)
AC 1.80 mm (0.0709 in)

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Fig. 606: Identifying Transfer Assembly Components Location
TRANSFER ASSEMBLY FLUID REPLACEMENT

1. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on), then turn the engine off.
3. Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the transfer fluid (hypoid gear oil).
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Fig. 607: Identifying Drain Plug And Sealing Washer Of Transfer Assembly With Torque
Specifications

5. Remove the filler plug (A) and the sealing washer (B).
Fig. 608: Removing Filler Plug And Sealing Washer With Torque Specifications
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6. Refill the transfer assembly with the recommended fluid (hypoid gear oil) through the filler hole (C) until
the fluid flows out. Use a SAE 90 viscosity hypoid gear oil, API classified GL4 or GL5 only.
Viscosity:
SAE 90: Above 0°F (-18°C)
Transfer Fluid (Hypoid Gear Oil) Capacity:
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7. Install the filler plug with a new sealing washer.
INSPECTION
TRANSFER GEAR BACKLASH MEASUREMENT

2. Shift the transmission into N.
3. Make reference marks (A) across the No. 1 propeller shaft (B) and the transfer companion flange (C).
Fig. 609: Making Reference Marks Across Propeller Shaft And Transfer Companion Flange With
4. Separate the No. 1 propeller shaft from the transfer companion flange.
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5. Set a dial indicator (A) on the transfer companion flange (B); position the dial indicator tip (C) on the
direct extension of the bolt hole center (D).
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Fig. 610: Setting Dial Indicator On Transfer Companion Flange
6. Measure the transfer gear backlash.
Standard: 0.06 - 0.16 mm (0.0024 - 0.0063 in)
7. If the transfer gear backlash is out of the standard, replace the transfer assembly.
TOTAL STARTING TORQUE MEASUREMENT
NOTE: To prevent damage to the transfer housing, always use wood blocks or
equivalent materials between the transfer housing and a bench vice.
1. Remove the transfer assembly (see TRANSFER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL ).

2. Secure the transfer housing (A) in a bench vise (B) with wood blocks.
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Fig. 611: Identifying Transfer Housing, Bench Vise, Companion Flange, Torque Wrench And
Socket
3. Rotate the companion flange several turns to seat the tapered roller bearings.
4. Measure the total starting torque at the companion flange (C) with a torque wrench (D) and a socket (E).
Standard: 2.64 - 4.23 N.m (26.9 - 43.1 kgf.cm, 23.3 - 37.4 lbf.in)
5. If the total starting torque is out of the standard, replace the transfer assembly.
Fluid Leak Check
1. Check for fluid leaks between the mating faces of the transfer assembly and the transmission.
2. If there is leak, remove the transfer cover, then replace the transfer cover oil seal and the O-ring (see
TRANSFER COVER OIL SEAL REPLACEMENT ).
3. Check for fluid leaks between the transfer companion flange and the transfer oil seal.
4. If there is leak, replace the transfer oil seal and the O-ring (see TRANSFER COVER OIL SEAL
REPLACEMENT ). Do not replace the oil seal with the transfer assembly on the transmission.
TRANSFER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL

2. Shift the transmission into N.
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Fig. 612: Identifying Drain Plug And Drain Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) With Torque
Specifications

6. Remove the front subframe stiffener.
Fig. 613: Identifying Front Subframe Stiffener

7. Remove exhaust pipe A (see J37A4 ENGINE (WITH SH-AWD) ).

8. Remove the bolt securing the transfer breather hose bracket (A), and disconnect the breather hose (B)
from the breather pipe (C) on the transfer assembly.
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Fig. 614: Identifying Transfer Breather Hose Bracket, Breather Hose And Breather Pipe
9. Make reference marks (A) across the No. 1 propeller shaft (B) and the transfer companion flange (C).
Fig. 615: Making Reference Marks Across Propeller Shaft And Transfer Companion Flange
10. Separate the No. 1 propeller shaft from the transfer companion flange.
11. Remove the transfer assembly from the transmission.
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Fig. 616: Removing Transfer Assembly From Transmission
TRANSFER ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION

1. Clean the areas where the transfer assembly contacts the transmission with solvent, and dry with
compressed air. Then apply ATF to the contact area.
2. Install the dowel pin (A) in the transmission, and install the transfer assembly (B) on the transmission.
Fig. 617: Identifying Dowel Pins And Transfer Assembly On Transmission With Torque
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Specifications
3. Install the No. 1 propeller shaft (A) to the transfer companion flange (B) by aligning the reference marks
(C). Make sure you use new mounting bolts.
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Fig. 618: Identifying Propeller Shaft And Transfer Companion Flange With Torque Specifications
4. Install the transfer breather hose bracket (A) on the transfer assembly, and connect the breather hose (B)
over the breather pipe (C) with facing the dot mark (D) to the rear side of the vehicle.
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Fig. 619: Identifying Transfer Breather Hose Bracket, Breather Hose And Breather Pipe With
5. Install exhaust pipe A (see J37A4 ENGINE (WITH SH-AWD) ).

6. Install the front subframe stiffener with new mounting bolts.
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Fig. 620: Installing Front Subframe Stiffener With Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications
7. Refill the transfer assembly with transfer fluid (hypoid gear oil), if necessary (see TRANSFER
ASSEMBLY FLUID REPLACEMENT ).
DISASSEMBLY
EXPLODED VIEW
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Fig. 621: Exploded View Of Transmission With Torque Specifications
Flange Holder 07XAB-0010101
NOTE: To prevent damage to the transfer housing, always use wood blocks or
equivalent materials between the transfer housing and a bench vise.
1. Remove the transfer cover (A) from the transfer housing (6).
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Fig. 622: Identifying Transfer Cover And Housing, Thrust Shim, Roller Bearing, O-Ring And
Drive Gear/Shaft Assembly
2. Remove the transfer hypoid drive gear/shaft assembly (C), the 25 mm thrust shim (D), and the tapered
roller bearing (E).
3. Remove the O-ring (F) from the transfer cover.
4. Remove the oil seal from the transfer cover (see TRANSFER COVER OIL SEAL
REPLACEMENT ).
5. Drain the transfer fluid (hypoid gear oil) from the transfer housing.
6. Cut the lock tab on the locknut using a chisel.
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Fig. 623: Cutting Lock Tab On Locknut Using Chisel
7. Secure the transfer housing in a bench vise with wood blocks.
Fig. 624: Securing Transfer Housing In Bench Vise With Wood Blocks
8. Install the flange holder on the companion flange, then loosen the locknut.
9. Remove the flange holder.
10. Remove the locknut (A), the conical spring washer (B), the back-up ring (C), the O-ring (D), and the
companion flange (E) from the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) (F).
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Fig. 625: Identifying Locknut, Conical Spring Washer, Back-Up Ring, O-Ring, Companion Flange
And Transfer Output Shaft
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11. Remove the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) (A) from the transfer housing (B), then remove the thrust
washer (C) and the transfer spacer (D) from the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear).
Fig. 626: Identifying Transfer Output Shaft, Transfer Housing, Thrust Washer And Transfer
Spacer
12. Remove the oil seal (A) and the tapered roller bearing (B) from the transfer housing (C).
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Fig. 627: Identifying Oil Seal, Tapered Roller Bearing And Transfer Housing
TRANSFER HYPOID DRIVE GEAR BEARING REPLACEMENT

 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000

 Installer Attachment 40 mm 07LAD-PW50601
1. Remove the tapered roller bearing (A) from the transfer hypoid drive gear (B) using the 15 x 135L driver
handle, the 42 x 47 mm bearing driver attachment, a bearing separator (C) and a press.
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Fig. 628: Removing Tapered Roller Bearing From Transfer Hypoid Drive Gear Using Driver
Handle And Bearing Separator
2. Install a new bearing on the transfer hypoid drive gear using the 42 x47 mm driver handle, the 15 x 135L
bearing driver attachment, the installer attachment 40 mm, and the press.
Fig. 629: Installing Bearing On Transfer Hypoid Drive Gear Using Driver Handle And Press
TRANSFER OUTPUT SHAFT (HYPOID GEAR) BEARING

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REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
1. Remove the tapered roller bearing (A) from the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) (B) using a bearing
separator (C) and a press. Place a spacer (D) between the transfer output shaft and the press to prevent
damaging the transfer output shaft.
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Fig. 630: Removing Tapered Roller Bearing From Transfer Output Shaft Using Bearing Separator
2. Install the 40 mm thrust shim (A) over the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear).
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Fig. 631: Installing Thrust Shim Over Transfer Output Shaft
3. Install the tapered roller bearing over the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) using the 40 mm driver I.D.
TRANSFER HOUSING TAPERED ROLLER BEARING OUTER RACE

REPLACEMENT
 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000

 Tapered Bearing Race Installer A 07MAF-SP0011A
 Installer Shaft 07MAF-SP0013A
NOTE: Replace the tapered roller bearing outer race and the tapered roller bearing as a
set.
1. Remove the 52 mm tapered roller bearing outer race (A), the 75 mm tapered roller bearing outer race (B),
and the 65 mm tapered roller bearing outer race (C) from the transfer housing (D).
NOTE: Some tapered roller bearing outer races (52 mm, 65 mm, and 75 mm) are
press-fitted in the transfer housing and must be removed by heating the
transfer housing.
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Fig. 632: Identifying Roller Bearing Outer Races And Transfer Housing
2. Remove the press-fitted tapered roller bearing outer race (A) from the transfer housing (B) by heating the
transfer housing to about 212°F (100°C) using a heat gun (C). Do not heat the transfer housing more than
212°F(100°C).
Fig. 633: Removing Press-Fitted Tapered Roller Bearing Outer Race By Heating Using Heat Gun
3. Install a new 52 mm tapered roller bearing outer race (A) until it bottoms in the transfer housing (B) using
the 15 x 135L driver handle and the 52 x 55 mm bearing driver attachment.
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Fig. 634: Installing Tapered Roller Bearing Outer Race Using Driver Handle And Bearing Driver
Attachment
4. Install a new 75 mm tapered roller bearing outer race (A) and a new 65 mm tapered roller bearing outer
race (B) in the transfer housing (C), set the 65 mm oil seal driver attachment and tapered bearing race
installer A over the tapered roller bearing outer races, and install the installer shaft through the 65 mm oil
seal driver attachment and installer.
Fig. 635: Identifying Roller Bearing Outer Race, Tapered Roller Bearing Outer Race And Transfer
Housing
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5. Tighten the installer shaft nut (A) to install the tapered roller bearing outer races (B) (C) into the transfer
housing (D) securely.
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Fig. 636: Identifying Installer Shaft Nut, Tapered Roller Bearing Outer Races And Transfer
Housing
TRANSFER COVER TAPERED ROLLER BEARING OUTER RACE

REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000

 Bearing Driver Attachment, 78 x 80 mm 07NAD-PX40100
NOTE: Replace the tapered roller bearing with the outer race whenever the tapered
roller bearing is replaced.
1. Remove the 80 mm bearing outer race (A) and the 80 mm thrust shim (B) from the transfer cover (C). If
the tapered roller bearing outer race is press-fitted, remove the tapered roller bearing outer race by heating
the transfer cover to about 212°F (100°C) using a heat gun (D). Do not heat the transfer cover more than
212°F (100°C).
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Fig. 637: Removing Tapered Roller Bearing Outer Race By Heating Transfer Cover Using Heat
Gun
2. Install the 80 mm thrust shim (A) and the 80 mm tapered roller bearing outer race (B) in the transfer
cover (C).
Fig. 638: Identifying Thrust Shim, Tapered Roller Bearing Outer Race And Transfer Cover
3. Drive the 80 mm tapered roller bearing outer race securely in the transfer cover using the 15 x 135L
driver handle and the 78 x 80 mm bearing driver attachment so there is no clearance between the 80 mm
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tapered roller bearing outer race, the 80 mm thrust shim, and the transfer cover.
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Fig. 639: Driving Tapered Roller Bearing Outer Race Using Driver Handle And Bearing Driver
Attachment
TRANSFER COVER OIL SEAL REPLACEMENT

 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000

1. Remove the oil seal (A) from the transfer cover (B).
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Fig. 640: Removing Oil Seal From Transfer Cover
2. Install a new oil seal (A) in the transfer cover (B) to a height (C) of 0- 1 mm (0- 0.04 in) above the
transfer cover surface using the 15 x 135L driver handle and the 65 mm oil seal driver attachment.
Fig. 641: Installing Oil Seal In Transfer Cover Using Driver Handle And Oil Seal Driver
Attachment
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REASSEMBLY

 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000
 Flange Holder 07XAB-0010101
 Bearing Driver Attachment, 78 x 80 mm 07NAD-PX40100
NOTE:  While reassembling the transfer assembly:

 Check and adjust the transfer gear tooth contact.
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 Measure and adjust the transfer gear backlash.
 Check and adjust the tapered roller bearing starting torque.
 Coat all parts with transfer fluid (hypoid gear oil) during reassembly.
 Replace the tapered roller bearing and the tapered roller bearing outer
race as a set.
 Replace the transfer hypoid drive gear and the transfer output shaft
(hypoid gear) as a set if either part is replaced.
 To prevent damage to the transfer housing, always use wood blocks or
equivalent materials between the transfer housing and a bench vise.
1. Select the 40 mm thrust shim if the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) is replaced. Calculate the thickness
of the 40 mm thrust shim using the following formula, and select the shim from the following table.
FORMULA: A/100 - B/100 + C = X
A: Number on the existing transfer output shaft (hypoid gear)
B: Number on the replacement transfer output shaft (hypoid gear)
C: Thickness of the existing 40 mm thrust shim
X: Thickness needed for the replacement 40 mm thrust shim
NOTE: The number on the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) is shown in 1/100
mm.
EXAMPLE
A: Existing transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) Number= +2
B: Replacement transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) Number = - 1

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C: Existing 40 mm thrust shim thickness = 1.05 mm
X: Replacement 40 mm thrust shim thickness
X = A/100-B/100 + C
= 2/100 - (- 1)/100 + 1.05
= 0.02 + 0.01 + 1.05 = 1.08 (mm)
Select No. M 40 mm thrust shim of 1.08 mm (0.043 in)
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Fig. 642: Identifying Transfer Output Shafts And Thrust Shims
THRUST SHIM, 40 MM
No. Thickness
A 0.72 mm (0.0283 in)
B 0.75 mm (0.0295 in)
C 0.78 mm (0.0307 in)
D 0.81 mm (0.0319 in)
E 0.84 mm (0.0331 in)
F 0.87 mm (0.0343 in)
G 0.90 mm (0.0354 in)
H 0.93 mm (0.0366 in)
I 0.96 mm (0.0378 in)
J 0.99 mm (0.0390 in)
K 1.02 mm (0.0402 in)
L 1.05 mm (0.0413 in)
M 1.08 mm (0.0425 in)
N 1.11 mm (0.0437 in)
O 1.14 mm (0.0449 in)
2. Select the 40 mm thrust shim if the tapered roller bearing on the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) is
replaced. Measure the thickness of the replacement bearing and the existing bearing, and calculate the
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difference of the bearing thickness. Adjust the thickness of the existing 40 mm thrust shim by the amount
of difference in bearing thickness, and select the replacement 40 mm thrust shim.
3. Install the 40 mm thrust shim (A) on the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) (B), then install the tapered
roller bearing (C) using the 40 mm I.D. driver handle and a press.
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Fig. 643: Installing Thrust Shim On Transfer Output Shaft Using Driver Handle And Press
4. Place the tapered roller bearing (A) on the tapered roller bearing outer race of the companion flange side
in the transfer housing (B), and install a new oil seal (C).
Fig. 644: Placing Tapered Roller Bearing On Tapered Roller Bearing Outer Race In Transfer
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Housing And Oil Seal

5. Drive the oil seal securely in the transfer housing using the 15 x 135L driver handle and the 65 mm oil
seal driver attachment.
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Fig. 645: Driving Oil Seal In Transfer Housing Using Driver Handle And Oil Seal Driver
Attachment
6. Install the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) (A) in the transfer housing (B). Do not install the transfer
spacer and the thrust washer on the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear).
Fig. 646: Installing Transfer Output Shaft In Transfer Housing

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7. Install the companion flange (A), the conical spring washer (B) (in the direction shown), and a new
locknut (C) on the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) (D). Do not install the O-ring and the back-up ring.
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Fig. 647: Identifying Companion Flange, Conical Spring Washer Locknut And Transfer Output
Shaft
8. Secure the transfer housing (A) in a bench vise (B) with wood blocks.
9. Install the flange holder on the companion flange.

10. Tighten the locknut while measuring the starting torque of the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) so the
starting torque is within 1.15- 1.71 N.m (11.7- 17.4 kgf.cm, 10.2- 15.1 lbf.in). Do not stake the locknut in
this step.
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12. Apply Prussian Blue to both sides of the transfer hypoid drive gear teeth lightly and evenly.
13. Install the tapered roller bearing (A), the 25 mm thrust shim (B), and the transfer drive gear/shaft
assembly (C) in the transfer housing (D).
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Fig. 649: Identifying Tapered Roller Bearing, Thrust Shim And Transfer Drive Gear/Shaft
Assembly With Torque Specifications
14. Install the transfer cover (E), and secure it with the bolts. Do not install the O-ring on the transfer cover.
15. Rotate the companion flange in both directions until the transfer gears rotate one full turn in both
directions.
16. Set a dial indicator (A) on the transfer companion flange (B); position the dial indicator tip (C) on the top
of the bolt (D).
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Fig. 650: Setting Dial Indicator On Transfer Companion Flange, Position Dial Indicator Tip On
Top Of Bolt
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17. Measure transfer gear backlash.
Standard: 0.06- 0.16 mm (0.0024- 0.0063 in)
18. Remove the transfer cover and the transfer hypoid drive gear/shaft assembly, and check the transfer
hypoid drive gear tooth contact pattern.
CORRECT TOOTH CONTACT PATTERN
Fig. 651: Checking Transfer Hypoid Drive Gear Tooth Contact Pattern (Correct Tooth Contact
Pattern)
INCORRECT TOOTH CONTACT PATTERN

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Fig. 652: Checking Transfer Hypoid Drive Gear Tooth Contact Pattern (Incorrect Tooth Contact
Pattern)
19. If the backlash is out of the standard, adjust the backlash with the 40 mm thrust shim, and recheck. Do not
use more than two 40 mm thrust shims to adjust the backlash.
20. If the transfer gear tooth contact is incorrect, adjust the tooth contact with the 25 mm, 40 mm, or 80 mm
thrust shim. Do not use more than two shims of each thrust shim to adjust the tooth contact.
 Toe Contact
Use a thinner 40 mm thrust shim to move the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) away from the
transfer hypoid drive gear. Because this movement causes the transfer gear backlash to change,
move the transfer hypoid drive gear toward the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) to adjust the
transfer gear backlash as follows:
 Reduce the thickness of the 25 mm thrust shim.

 Increase the thickness of the 80 mm thrust shim by reducing the amount of the 25 mm thrust
shim.
 Heel Contact
Use a thicker 40 mm thrust shim to move the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) toward the transfer
hypoid drive gear. Because this movement causes the transfer backlash to change, move the
transfer hypoid drive gear away from the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) to adjust the transfer
gear backlash as follows:
 Increase the thickness of the 25 mm thrust shim.

 Reduce the thickness of the 80 mm thrust shim by reducing the amount of the 25 mm thrust
shim.
 Flank Contact
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Use a thicker 25 mm thrust shim to move the transfer hypoid drive gear away from the transfer
output shaft (hypoid gear).
Flank contact must be adjusted within the limits of the transfer gear backlash. If the backlash
exceeds the limits, adjust as described under Heel Contact.
 Face Contact
Use a thinner 25 mm thrust shim to move the transfer hypoid drive gear toward the transfer output
shaft (hypoid gear).
Face contact must be adjusted within the limits of the transfer gear backlash. If the backlash
exceeds the limits, adjust as described under Toe Contact.
THRUST SHIM, 25 MM
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No. Thickness
1.70 1.70 mm (0.0669 in)
1.73 1.73 mm (0.0681 in)
1.76 1.76 mm (0.0693 in)
1.79 1.79 mm (0.0705 in)
1.82 1.82 mm (0.0717 in)
1.85 1.85 mm (0.0728 in.)
1.88 1.88 mm (0.0740 in)
1.91 1.91 mm (0.0752 in)
1.94 1.94 mm (0.0764 in)
1.97 1.97 mm (0.0776 in)
2.00 2.00 mm (0.0787 in)
2.03 2.03 mm (0.0799 in)
2.06 2.06 mm (0.0811 in)
2.09 2.09 mm (0.0823 in)
2.12 2.12 mm (0.0835 in)
2.15 2.15 mm (0.0846 in)
2.18 2.18 mm (0.0858 in)
2.21 2.21 mm (0.0870 in)
2.24 2.24 mm (0.0882 in)
21. Remove the transfer cover (A), the transfer hypoid drive gear/shaft assembly (B), the 25 mm thrust shim
(C), and the tapered roller bearing (D) from the transfer housing (E) after adjusting the transfer gear
backlash or transfer gear tooth contact.
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Fig. 653: Identifying Transfer Cover And Housing, Drive Gear/Shaft Assembly, Thrust Shim And
Tapered Roller Bearing
22. Secure the transfer housing (A) in the bench vise (B) with wood blocks.
23. Install the flange holder on the companion flange, then loosen the locknut.
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25. Remove the locknut (A), the conical spring washer (B), and the companion flange (C) from the transfer
output shaft (hypoid gear) (D).
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Fig. 655: Identifying Locknut, Conical Spring Washer, Companion Flange, Transfer Housing And
Transfer Output Shaft
26. Remove the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) from the transfer housing (E).
27. Install a thrust washer (A) and a new transfer spacer (B) on the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) (C),
and install them in the transfer housing (D).
Fig. 656: Identifying Thrust Washer, Transfer Spacer, Transfer Output Shaft, And Transfer
Housing
28. Coat the threads of the locknut and transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) with transfer fluid (hypoid gear
oil).
29. Install the companion flange (A). Coat a new O-ring (B) with transfer fluid (hypoid gear oil), then install
the O-ring, the back-up ring (C), a new conical spring washer (D), and a new locknut (E) on the transfer
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output shaft (hypoid gear) (F). Install the conical spring washer in the direction shown.
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Fig. 657: Identifying Companion Flange, Transfer Fluid, O-Ring, Back-Up Ring, Washer, Locknut
And Output Shaft
31. Install the flange holder on the companion flange.

32. Tighten the locknut to the lower torque specification, then check starting torque. If starting torque is low,
increase the torque on the locknut until the starting torque is acceptable.
Tightening Torque:
108 - 294 N.m (11.0 - 30.0 kgf.m, 79.6 - 217 lbf.ft)

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Starting Torque:
1.15 - 1.71 N.m (11.7 - 17.4 kgf.cm, 10.2 - 15.1 lbf.in)
NOTE:  Rotate the companion flange several times to seat the tapered roller
bearings, then measure the starting torque.
 If the starting torque exceeds 1.71 N.m (17.4 kgf.cm, 15.1 lbf.in),
replace the transfer spacer and reassemble the parts. Do not adjust
the torque with the locknut loose.
 If the tightening torque exceeds 294 N.m (30.0 kgf.m, 217 lbf.ft),
replace the transfer spacer and reassemble the parts.
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34. Stake the locknut to a depth (A) of at least 0.7 mm (0.03 in) using a 3.5 mm punch (B). Be careful not to
make a crack on the locknut when staking.
Fig. 659: Staking Locknut To Depth At Least Using Punch

35. Install the tapered roller bearing (A), the 25 mm thrust shim (B), and the transfer hypoid drive gear/shaft
assembly (C) in the transfer housing (D).
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Fig. 660: Identifying Tapered Roller Bearing, Thrust Shim, Drive Gear/Shaft Assembly, Transfer
Housing And Cover With Torque Specifications
36. Temporally install the transfer cover (E) without the O-ring. Install and tighten the bolts.
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38. Rotate the transfer companion flange (C) several times to seat the tapered roller bearings.
39. Measure the total starting torque at the companion flange by using a torque wrench (D) and a socket (E).
40. Calculate the transfer hypoid drive gear/shaft starting torque by using the following formula.
Transfer Hypoid Drive Gear/Shaft Starting
Torque Formula:
A-B=X
A: Actual total starting torque (measured in step 39)
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B: Actual transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) starting torque (measured in step 32)
X: Transfer hypoid drive gear-shaft starting torque
41. Check that the calculated transfer hypoid drive gear/shaft starting torque is within the following reference
value range.
Reference Value Range of Transfer Hypoid Drive Gear/Shaft Starting Torque:
1.49 - 2.52 N.m (15.2 - 25.7 kgf.cm, 13.1 - 22.3 lbf.in)
 If the calculated transfer hypoid drive gear/shaft starting torque is within the reference value range,
remove the transfer cover from the transfer housing, then go to step 48.
 If the calculated transfer hypoid drive gear/shaft starting torque is out of the reference value range,
go to step 42.
42. Remove the bearing outer race (A) and the 80 mm thrust shim (B) from the transfer cover (C). If the
tapered roller bearing outer race is press-fitted, remove the tapered roller bearing outer race by heating the
transfer cover to about 212°F (100°C) using a heat gun (D). Do not heat the transfer cover more than 212°
F (100°C).
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Fig. 662: Removing Tapered Roller Bearing Outer Race By Heating Transfer Cover Using Heat
Gun
43. Measure thickness of the removed 80 mm thrust shim, and select a new 80 mm thrust shim.
THRUST SHIM, 80 MM
No. Thickness
A 1.52 mm (0.0598 in)
B 1.55 mm (0.0610 in)
C 1.58 mm (0.0622 in)
D 1.61 mm (0.0634 in)
E 1.64 mm (0.0646 in)
F 1.67 mm (0.0657 in)
G 1.70 mm (0.0669 in)
H 1.73 mm (0.0681 in)
1 1.76 mm (0.0693 in)
J 1.79 mm (0.0705 in)
K 1.82 mm (0.0717 in)
L 1.85 mm (0.0728 in)
M 1.88 mm (0.0740 in)
N 1.91 mm (0.0752 in)
O 1.94 mm (0.0764 in)
P 1.97 mm (0.0776 in)
Q 2.00 mm (0.0787 in)
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R 2.03 mm (0.0799 in)

S 2.06 mm (0.0811 in)
T 2.09 mm (0.0823 in)
U 2.12 mm (0.0835 in)
V 2.15 mm (0.0846 in)
W 2.18 mm (0.0858 in)
X 2.21 mm (0.0870 in)
Y 2.24 mm (0.0882 in)
Z 2.27 mm (0.0894 in)
AA 2.30 mm (0.0906 in)
AB 2.33 mm (0.0917 in)
AC 2.36 mm (0.0929 in)
AD 2.39 mm (0.0941 in)
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AE 2.42 mm (0.0953 in)
AF 2.45 mm (0.0965 in)
AG 2.48 mm (0.0976 in.)
AH 2.51 mm (0.0988 in)
Al 2.54 mm (0.1000 in)
AJ 2.57 mm (0.1012 in)
AK 2.60 mm (0.1024 in)
AL 2.63 mm (0.1035 in)
AM 2.66 mm (0.1047 in)
44. Install the 80 mm thrust shim (A) and the tapered roller bearing outer race (B) in the transfer cover (C). If
you heated the transfer cover, let it cool to room temperature before installing the 80 mm thrust shim.
Fig. 663: Identifying Thrust Shim And Tapered Roller Bearing Outer Race In Transfer Cover
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45. Drive the 80 mm tapered roller bearing outer race securely in the transfer cover using the 15 x 135L
driver handle and the 78 x 80 mm bearing driver attachment so there is no clearance between the 80 mm
tapered roller bearing outer race, the 80 mm thrust shim, and the transfer cover.
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Fig. 664: Driving Tapered Roller Bearing Outer Race Using Driver Handle And Bearing Driver
Attachment
46. Install the oil seal from the transfer cover (see TRANSFER COVER OIL SEAL REPLACEMENT ).
47. After replacing the 80 mm thrust shim, recheck and make sure that the total starting torque is within
specification.
48. Install a new O-ring (A) on the transfer cover (B), then install the transfer cover on the transfer housing
(C).
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Fig. 665: Identifying O-Ring, Transfer Cover And Transfer Housing With Torque Specifications
49. Remove the filler plug (A), then refill the transfer assembly with transfer fluid (hypoid gear oil). Use an
SAE 90 viscosity hypoid gear oil, API classified GL4 or GL5 only.
Viscosity:
SAE 90: Above 0°F (-18°C)
Hypoid Gear Oil Capacity: 0.45 L (0.48 US qt)
Fig. 666: Identifying Filler Plug And Sealing Washer With Torque Specifications
50. Install the filler plug with a new sealing washer (B).

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2012 Acura TL

2012 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission - TL

Fig. 2: Identifying Automatic Transmission Special Tools

GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION

Fig. 4: Identifying Data Link Connector Location

SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING VERSUS DTC TROUBLESHOOTING

Fig. 5: Identifying D Indicator And Gauge Control Module

Fig. 7: Display - DTC P0705 (5) Graph

Fig. 8: Display - DTC P0717 (15) Graph

4. Record all fuel and emissions DTCs and A/T DTCs.

HOW TO TROUBLESHOOT CIRCUITS AT THE PCM CONNECTORS

1. Jump the SCS line with the HDS.

3. Disconnect PCM connectors A, B, and C.

Fig. 10: Identifying PCM Connector A, B And C

terminal you need to check.

CLEAR A/T DTCS PROCEDURE

 PASSED: The on-board diagnosis is successfully completed.

HOW TO END A TROUBLESHOOTING SESSION (REQUIRED AFTER ANY

disconnect the HDS from the DLC.

1. Select the A/T system with the HDS.

FAILURE REPRODUCTION TECHNIQUE

 Disable the VSA by pressing the VSA OFF button.

 One Drive Cycle Detection Method

 Two Drive Cycle Detection Method

DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX

Two Drive Cycle

P0718 (15)(2) Speed Sensor

P084C (179) o Blinks ON Short in Line Pressure

P0971 (29)(2) -- Blinks ON Problem in A/T Clutch

SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX

Symptom Probable cause(s) Notes

 Torque converter differential assembly, replace the ATF strainer,

 Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve D

or damaged clogged, find the damaged components that caused

 Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).

 Torque converter  Check the line pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ).

clutch end-plate wear, and damage.

pressure control AND REPLACEMENT ).

pressure control CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D

and top disc replace the torque converter.

 A/T clutch with the HDS (see SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE A

pressure control HDS (see SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE A AND B

defective converter housing.

 A/T clutch  Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A

solenoid valve A CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A, B, C, AND D

 Check for an incorrectly installed transmission, and

 Check the valve adjustment.

 Inspect the shift solenoid valve C function with the

regulator valve pump seizure, use the proper tools.

clutch piston  Be careful not to damage the torque converter

clutch piston a high pitched squeak.

and the  VTEC rocker VTEC ROCKER ARM TEST ).

COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX

Shaft, Gears, and Clutches

Shift Control Mechanism

Automatic Transmission (A/T) Gear Position Indicator

Transfer Assembly (With SH-AWD)

CLUTCHES AND GEARS

circuit connected to the internal hydraulic circuit.

Transmission Cutaway View

Fig. 16: Transmission Cutaway View

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Gears on the mainshaft: