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(c) Check for abnormal noise and vibration.
Run at the D position lock±up or O/D gear and check for ab-
normal noise and vibration.
HINT: The check for the cause of abnormal noise and vibra-
tion must be made with extreme care as it could also be due
to loss of balance in the propeller shaft, differential, torque
converter clutch, etc.
(d) Check kick±down operation.
While running in the D position, 2nd, 3rd and O/D gears,
check to see that the possible kick±down vehicle speed limits
for 3 " 2 and O/D " 3 kick±downs conform to those indi-
cated on the automatic shift schedule.
(See page AT1±96)
(e) Check for abnormal shock slip at kick±down.
(f) Check the lock±up mechanism.
(1) Drive in D position, O/D gear, at a steady speed (lock±up
ON) of about 172 km/h (107 mph).
(2) Lightly depress the accelerator pedal and check that the
engine RPM does not change abruptly.
If there is big jump in the engine RPM there is no lock ±up.
3. 2 POSITION TEST (NORM PATTERN)
Shift into the 2 position and, while driving with the accelerator
pedal held constantly at the full throttle valve opening posi-
tion, check on the following points:
(a) Check up±shift operation.
Check to see that the 1 " 2 up±shift takes place and that the
shift point conforms to the automatic shift schedule.
(See page AT1±96)
HINT: There is no O/D up±shift and lock±up in the 2 position.
(b) Check engine braking.
While running in the 2 position and 2nd gear, release the ac-
celerator pedal and check the engine braking effect.
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(c) Check for abnormal noise at acceleration and deceleration,
and for shock at up±shift and down±shift.
4. 2 POSITION TEST (MANU PATTERN)
Shift into the 2 position and while driving with the accelerator
pedal held constantly at the full throttle valve opening posi-
tion, push in one of the pattern selectors and check these
points:
(a) Check no up±shift.
While running in the 2 position, check to see that there is no
up±shift to 3rd gear.
(b) Check engine braking.
While running in the 2 position and 2nd gear, release the ac-
celerator pedal and check the engine braking effect.
(c) C h e c k f o r abnormal noise during acceleration and
deceleration.
5. L POSITION TEST
Shift into the L position and while driving with the accelerator
pedal held constantly at the full throttle valve opening posi-
tion check the these points:
(a) Check no up±shift.
While running in the L position, check that there is no up±shift
to 2nd gear. AT1±40
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(b) Check engine braking.
While running in the L position, release the accelerator pedal
and check the engine braking effect.
(c) C h e c k f o r abnormal noise during acceleration and
deceleration.
6. R POSITION TEST
Shift into the R position and while starting at full throttle,
check for slipping.
CAUTION: Before conducting this test ensure that the
test area is free from personnel and obstruction.
7. P POSITION TEST
Stop the vehicle on a gradient (more than 5°) and after shift-
ing into the P position, release the parking brake.
Then check to see that the parking lock pawl holds the ve-
hicle in place.
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PRELIMINARY CHECK
1. CHECK FLUID LEVEL
HINT:
wDrive the vehicle so that the engine and transmission
are at normal operating temp..
Fluid temp. 70±80 °C (158±176 °F)
wOnly use the COOL range on the dipstick as a rough
reference when the fluid is replaced or the engine does
not run.
(a) Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the parking brake.
(b) With the engine idling and the brake pedal depressed, shift
the shift lever into all positions from P to L position and return
to P position.
(c) Pull out the transmission dipstick and wipe it clean.
(d) Push it back fully into the pipe.
(e) Pull it out and check that the fluid level is in the HOT range.
If the level is at the low side, add fluid.
Fluid type:
DEXRON[ II
NOTICE: Do not overfill.
2. CHECK FLUID CONDITION
If the fluid smells burnt or is black, replace it.
3. REPLACE TRANSMISSION FLUID
(a) Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid.
(b) Reinstall the drain plug securely.
(c) With the engine OFF, add new fluid through the oil filler pipe.
Fluid type:
DEXRON[ II
Capacity:
Dry fill: 7.2 liters (7.6 US qts, 6.3 Imp. qts)
Drain and refill: 1.6 liters (1.7 US qts, 1.4 Imp. qts)
(d) Start the engine and shift the shift lever into all positions from
P to L position and then shift into P position.
(e) With the engine idling, check the fluid level. Add fluid up to the
COOL level on the dipstick.
(f) Check the fluid level at the normal operating temperature
70±80 5C (158±176 5F) and add as necessary.
NOTICE: Do not overfill.
4. CHECK FLUID LEAKS
Check for leaks in the transmission.
If there are leaks, it is necessary to repair or replace O±rings,
seal packings, oil seals, plugs or other parts. AT1±42
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5. INSPECT AND ADJUST THROTTLE CABLE
(a) Check that the throttle valve is fully closed.
(b) Check that the inner cable is not slack.
(c) Measure the distance between the outer cable end and
stopper on the cable.
Standard distance:
0±1 mm (0±0.04 in.)
If the distance is not standard, adjust the cable by the adjust-
ing nuts.
6. INSPECT AND ADJUST SHIFT LEVER POSITION
When shifting the shift lever from the N position to other posi-
tions, check that the lever can be shifted smoothly and accu-
rately to each position and that the position indicator correctly
indicates the position.
If the indicator is not aligned with the correct position, carry
out the following adjustment procedures:
(a) Loosen the nut on the control shaft lever.
(b) Push the control shaft lever fully rearward.
(c) Return the control shaft lever 2 notches to N position.
(d) Set the shift lever to N position.
(e) While holding the shift lever lightly toward the R position side,
tighten the shift lever nut.
(f) Start the engine and make sure that the vehicle moves
forward when shifting the lever from the N to D position and
reverses when shifting it to the R position.
7. INSPECT AND ADJUST PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION
SWITCH
Check that the engine can be started with the shift lever only
in the N or P position, but not in other positions.
If not as started above, carry out these adjustment proce-
dures:
(a) Loosen the park/neutral position switch bolt and set the shift
lever to the N position.
(b) Align the groove and neutral basic line.
(c) Hold in position and tighten the bolt.
Torque: 13 NVm (130 kgfVcm, 9 ftVlbf)
For continuity inspection of the park/neutral position switch,
see page AT1±81.
8. INSPECT IDLE SPEED
Idle speed:
700 + 50 rpm
(In N position and air conditioner OFF)
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MECHANICAL SYSTEM TEST
STALL TEST
The object of this test is to check the overall performance of the transmission and engine by measuring
the stall speeds in the D and R positions.
NOTICE:
wDo the test at normal operating fluid temp. 50±80 °C (122±176 °F).
wDo not continuously run this test longer than 5 seconds.
wTo ensure safety, conduct this test in a wide, clear, level area which provides good traction.
wThe stall test should always be carried out in pairs. One technician should observe the
conditions of wheels or wheel stoppers outside the vehicle while the other is doing the test.
MEASURE STALL SPEED
(a) Chock the 4 wheels.
(b) Connect a tachometer to the engine.
(c) Fully apply the parking brake.
(d) Keep your left foot pressed firmly on the brake pedal.
(e) Start the engine.
(f) Shift into the D position. Fully depress the accelerator pedal with your right foot. Quickly read the stall
speed.
Stall speed:
2,450 + 150 rpm
(g) Do the same test in R position.
Quickly read the stall speed.
Stall speed:
2,450 + 150 rpm
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EVALUATION
ProblemPossible cause Problem Possible cause
(a) Stall speed low in D and R positions.
wEngine output may be insufficient.
wStator one±way clutch is operating properly
HINT:
If more than 600 rpm below the specified value, the
torque converter clutch could be faulty.
(b) Stall speed high in Dposition
wLine pressure too low
wForward clutch slipping
(b) Stall speed high in D position.Forward clutch sli ing
wNo.2 one±way clutch not operating properly
wO/D one±way clutch not operating properly
(c) Stall speed high in Rposition
wLine pressure too low
wDirect clutch slipping
(c) Stall speed high in R position.Direct clutch sli ing
wFirst and reverse brake slipping
wO/D clutch one±way clutch not operating properly
(d) Stall speed high in D and Rpositions
wLine pressure too low
wImproper fluid level
(d) Stall speed high in D and R positions.wImproper fluid level
wO/D one±way clutch not operating properly
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TIME LAG TEST
When the shift lever is shifted while the engine is idling, there will be a certain time lapse or lag before the
shock can be felt. This is used for checking the condition of the O/D direct clutch, forward clutch, direct
clutch, and first and reverse brake.
NOTICE:
wDo the test at normal operating fluid temp. 50±80
°C (122±176 °F).
wBe sure to allow a one minute interval between tests.
wTake 3 measurements and take the average value.
MEASURE TIME LAG
(a) Fully apply the parking brake
(b) Start the engine and check idle speed.
Idle speed:
700 + 50 rpm (In N position and air conditioner OFF)
(c) Shift the shift lever from N to D position. Using a stop watch, measure the time it takes from shifting the
lever until the shock is felt.
In same manner, measure the time lag for N " R.
Time lag:
N
" D Less than 1.2 seconds
N
" R Less than 1.5 seconds
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