TROUBLE-SHOOTING AND DIAGNOSES
Stall
The stall test is an effective method of testing
clutch and band holding ability, torque converter
one-way clutch operation, and engine performance
A
stall test should only be performed as a last
resort because of the high fluid temperature it
generates and the excessive load it places on the
engine and transmission.
CAUTION:
a. Transmission and engine fluid levels should
b
c.
d
always be checked and fluid added as needed.
Run engine to
attain proper warm-up.
During test, never
hold throttle wide-open for
more than
5 seconds
Do not test more than two gear ranges without
driving vehicle to
cool off engine and trans-
mission
STALL TEST PROCEDURE
1 Set parking brake and block wheels
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2 Install a tachometer where it can be seen by
driver during
test
3 Start engine and place select lever in "D"
range
4 Apply foot brake and accelerate to wide-open
throttle
5 Quickly note the engine stall speed and imme-
diately release throttle
Stall revolution:
VG30E engine without turbo
VG30E turbo engine
2,150 - 2,450 rpm
2,500 - 2,800 rpm
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6
7 CooloffAT F
8 Perform stall tests in the same manner as in
steps 3 through 7 with select lever in "1" and
"R", respectively
Shift select lever to "N"
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