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Q06735
Q06553
Q06554
Q08080
ABA
- AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (A132L)AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE UNIT
AX-27
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
(d) Remove the front exhaust pipe and gaskets.
HINT:
Replace the used gaskets with new ones.
16. REMOVE TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH MOUNT-
ING BOLTS
(a) Remove the converter cover.
(b) Turn the crankshaft to gain access and remove the 6 bolts
with holding the crankshaft pulley set bolt with a wrench.
Torque: 27 N´m (280 kgf´cm, 20 ft´lbf)
17. SUPPORT TRANSAXLE WITH A TRANSMISSION
JACK
18. DISCONNECT LH ENGINE MOUNTING BRACKET
Remove the 2 mounting bolts.
Torque: 49 N´m (490 kgf´cm, 36 ft´lbf)
19. REMOVE ENGINE REAR MOUNTING
(a) Remove the rear mounting insulator through bolt.
Torque: 65 N´m (650 kgf´cm, 48 ft´lbf)
(b) Remove the 5 bolts and rear mounting insulator.
Torque:
Bolt A: 80 N´m (800 kgf´cm, 59 ft´lbf)
Bolt B: 92 N´m (920 kgf´cm, 69 ft´lbf)
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Q06556
C
B
AD
B AX-28
- AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (A132L)AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE UNIT
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
20. REMOVE TRANSAXLE MOUNTING BOLT
Torque:
Bolt A: 7.4 N´m (75 kgf´cm, 65 in.´lbf)
Bolt B: 25 N´m (250 kgf´cm, 18 ft´lbf)
Bolt C: 46 N´m (470 kgf´cm, 34 ft´lbf)
Bolt D: 64 N´m (650 kgf´cm, 47 ft´lbf)
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AT0943
AX08O-03
- AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (A132L)AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE UNIT
AX-29
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
INSTALLATION
1. INSTALL CHECK TORQUE CONVERTER
Using calipers and a straight edge, measure the distance from
the installed surface to the front surface of the transaxle hous-
ing.
Correct distance: More than 13.0 mm (0.512 in.)
2. INSTALL TRANSAXLE
Installation is in reverse order of removal.
HINT:
After installation, adjust the shift cable and park/newtral
position switch (See page AX-2).
Fill ATF and check fluid level (See page AX-2).
Test drive the vehicle.
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AT0952
SST
AX0RT-01
AT0953
SST
AT3306
Hold
TurnLock
Free
AT2821
AT2820
AX-30
- AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (A132L)TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH AND DRIVE PLATE
782 Author: Date:
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH
AND DRIVE PLATE
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT ONE-WAY CLUTCH
(a) Install SST in the inner race of the one-way clutch.
SST 09350-32014 (09351-32010)
(b) Install SST so that it fits in the notch of the converter clutch
hub and outer race of the one-way clutch.
SST 09350-32014 (09351-32020)
(c) With the torque converter clutch held upright, inspect the
clutch locks when turned counterclockwise, and rotates
freely and smoothly clockwise.
If necessary, clean the converter and retest the clutch. Replace
the converter clutch if the clutch still fails the test.
2. MEASURE DRIVE PLATE RUNOUT AND INSPECT
RING GEAR
Set up a dial indicator, measure the drive plate runout.
Maximum runout: 0.20 mm (0.0079 in.)
If the runout is not within the specification, replace the drive
plate. If installing a new drive plate, note the orientation of
spacers and tighten the bolts.
Torque: 88 N´m (900 kgf´cm, 65 ft´lbf)
3. MEASURE TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SLEEVE
RUNOUT
Temporarily mount the torque converter clutch to the drive
plate. Set up a dial indicator, measure the torque converter
clutch sleeve runout.
Maximum runout: 0.30 mm (0.0018 in.)
If the runout is not within the specification, try to correct by reori-
enting the installation of the converter.
HINT:
Mark the position of the converter clutch to ensure the correct
installation.
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(b) Check the idle speed.
(e) Check the shift linkage. (d) Check the throttle cable mark.
(f) Check the park/neutral position switch.
Check the engine and the torque converter clutch. (c) Check the fluid level and fluid condition.
STALL TEST
TIME LAG TEST PRELIMINARY CHECK
ROAD TEST HYDRAULIC TEST
MATRIC CHART (a) Check the tire inflation.
Measure the line pressure and make a basic check of fluid circuit.
Check if trouble lies within automatic transaxle. If noise or vibration occurs, the possible cause could
be with the compressor, engine, and drive shaft tires, etc. Check the automatic transaxle (each clutch, brake and gear) for wear.
(See page AX-13) AX-2
- AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (A242L)AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM (A242L)
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
TROUBLESHOOTING
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
(a) Troubles occurring with the automatic transaxle can be caused by either the engine or the transaxle
itself. These 2 areas should be checked before proceeding with troubleshooting.
(b) Troubleshooting should begin with the simplest operation, working up in order of difficulty degree but
first determine whether the trouble lies within the engine or the transaxle.
(c) Proceed with the inspection as follows:
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Z15674
Adjusting Nut
Outer Cable Rubber Boot
Cable Stopper0 - 1 mm
Q06559
Q01095
AX-4
- AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (A242L)AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM (A242L)
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
NOTICE:
Do not overfill.
(d) Inspect and adjust the throttle cable.
(1) Depress the accelerator pedal all the way and
check that the throttle valve opens fully.
HINT:
If the throttle valve does not open fully, adjust the accelerator
link.
(2) Fully depress the accelerator.
(3) Loosen the adjustment nuts.
(4) Adjust the outer cable so that the distance between
the end of the boot and the stopper on the cable is
the standard.
Standard boot and cable stopper distance:
0 - 1 mm (0 - 0.04 in.)
(5) Tighten the adjusting nuts.
(6) Recheck the adjustment.
(e) Adjust the shift control cable.
When shifting the shift lever from the N position to other
positions, check that the lever can be shifted smoothly
and accurately to each position and that the position indi-
cator correctly indicates the position.
(1) Remove the engine under cover.
(2) Loosen the nut on the control shaft lever.
(3) Push the control shaft lever fully toward the right
side of the vehicle.
(4) Return the lever 2 notches to the NEUTRAL posi-
tion.
(5) Set the shift lever to the N position.
(6) While holding the lever lightly toward the ºRº posi-
tion side, tighten the swivel nut.
Torque: 12 N´m (120 kgf´cm, 9 ft´lbf)
(f) Adjust the park/neutral position switch.
If the engine will start with the shift selector in any position other
than the N or P position, adjustment is required.
(1) Loosen the park/neutral position switch bolts and
set the shift selector to the N position.
(2) Align the groove with neutral basic line.
(3) Hold the switch in the position and tighten the bolts.
Torque: 5.4 N´m (55 kgf´cm, 48 in.´lbf)
(g) Inspect the idle speed.
Idle speed:
750 ± 50 rpm (In the N position and A/C OFF)
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- AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (A242L)AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM (A242L)
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
EVALUATION
ProblemPossible cause
If there is no 1 - 2 up-shift. Governor valve is defective
1 - 2 shift valve is stuck
If there is no 2 - 3 up-shift. 1 - 2 shift valve is stuck
If there is no 3 - O/D up-shift
(throttle valve operating less than 86%). 3 - O/D shift valve is stuck
Solenoid valve or circuit defective
If the shift point is defective.
Throttle cable out of adjustment
Throttle valve, 1 - 2 shift valve, 2 - 3 shift valve, 3 - O/D shift valve etc. are
defective
(2) In the same way, check the shock and slip at 1 " 2, 2 " 3 and 3 "O/D up-shifts.
EVALUATION
ProblemPossible cause
If the shock is severe.
Line pressure is too high
Accumulator is defective
Check ball is defective
(3) Run in the 3rd gear or O/D of the D position, check the abnormal noise and vibration.
HINT:
Check for the cause of abnormal noise and vibration must be made with extreme care as they could also
be due to unbalance in the drive shaft, differential, tires and torque converter clutch, etc.
(4) While running in the 3rd gear or O/D of the D position, check that the possible kick-down vehicle
speed limits for the 3 " 1, 3 " 2 and O/D "2 kick-down conform to those indicated in the auto-
matic shift schedule (See page SS-30).
EVALUATION
ProblemPossible cause
If the possible kick-down vehicle speed limit is defective.
Throttle cable out of adjustment
Throttle valve, 1 - 2 shift valve, 2 - 3 shift valve, 3 - O/D shift valve etc. are
defective
(5) Check the abnormal shock and slip at kick-down.
(6) While running at about 60 km/h (37 mph) in the O/D of the D position, release your foot from the
accelerator pedal and shift into the L position. Then check if the 2 "1 down-shift point conforms
to that indicated in the automatic shift schedule (See page SS-30).
(b) Inspect the lock-up mechanism.
(1) Drive in the D position at a steady speed (Lock-up ON) of about 70 km/h (43 mph).
(2) Lightly depress the accelerator pedal and check that the engine speed does not change abruptly.
If there is a big jump in engine RPM, there is no lock-up.
(c) 2 position test.
(1) While running in the 2nd gear of the 2 position, release the accelerator pedal and check the en-
gine braking effect.
EVALUATION
ProblemPossible cause
If these is no engine braking effect. 2nd coast brake is defective.
(2) Check the abnormal noise during acceleration and deceleration.
(3) Check the shock during up-shift and down-shift.
(d) L position test.
(1) While running in the L position, check that there is no up-shift to 2nd gear.
(2) While running in the L position, release the accelerator pedal and check the engine braking ef-
fect.
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AX-13
1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the likely
cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts.
ON-VEHICLE:
SymptomSuspect AreaSee page
Does not move in any forward position
4. Forward clutch (C1)
5. No.2 one-way clutch (F
2)
6. 1st & reverse brake (B
3)
7. 2nd brake (B
2)
8. 2nd coast brake (B
1)
9. Direct clutch (C
2)
Does not move in reverse position
1. 2nd coast brake (B1)
2. Front planetary gear
3. Rear planetary gear
4. 1 - 2 shift valve
5. 2 - 3 shift valve
6. Direct clutch (C
2)
7. U/D clutch (C
3)
8. 1st and reverse brake (B
3)
Does not move in any forward position or reverse position
1. Parking lock pawl
2. Manual valve
3. U/D one-way clutch (F
3)
4. U/D clutch (C
3)
5. U/D brake (B
0)
6. Front planetary gear
7. Rear planetary gear
8. U/D planetary gear
9. Torque converter clutch
AX-34
No-up shift
(1st " 2nd)1. 1 - 2 shift valve
2. 2nd brake (B
2)
3. No.1 one-way clutch (F
1)
No-up shift
(2nd " 3rd)1. 2 - 3 shift valve
2. Direct clutch (C
2)
No-up shift
(3rd " O/D)1. U/D brake (B0)
2. 3 - 4 shift valve
No-down shift
(O/D " 3rd)3 - 4 shift valve
No-down shift
(3rd " 2nd)2 - 3 shift valve
No-down shift
(2nd " 1st)1. 1 - 2 shift valve
2. 2nd coast brake (B
1)
Shift point too high or too low
1. Governor valve
2. 1 - 2 shift valve
3. 2 - 3 shift valve
4. 3 - 4 shift valveAX-21
Up-shifts 3rd " O/D with O/D main switch ''OFF''Electric control systemAX-2
Harsh engagement
(N " R)1. Direct clutch (C2)
2. 1st & reverse brake (B
3)
3. Accumulator control valve
Harsh engagement
(N " D)1. Forward clutch (C1)
2. C
1 accumulator
Harsh engagement
(N " L)Low coast modulator valve