7A±19 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (4L30±E)
Chart 13: Shudder Only During Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Applying
StepActionYe sNo
11. TCC shudder is one of the most commonly misdiagnosed
conditions in an automatic transmission. The key to
diagnosing TCC shudder is to note when it happens and under
what conditions. Once the TCC has been fully applied, it is
nearly impossible to make it shudder. TCC shudder (short
burst of noise normally less than 1 second) will only occur
during clutch applying. It is not a steady state condition.
2. Drive until whole drivetrain is at normal operating temperature.
± On 4WD vehicles, the test must be performed with transfer
case selector lever in ª2Hº position.
± Shudder is a short burst of noise normally less than 1 second
in duration, and can be induced by the following maneuver:
3. From coast condition at 50 mph in ªDº range (Normal mode),
depress the throttle to 1/4-1/3 throttle. If present, shudder will
occur within 5 seconds together with TCC application.(The
scan tool may be used to determine the exact time of TCC
applying)
Was the problem found?
Replace
transmission fluid
and filter (remove
both pans) and
flush cooler lines.
Replace
converter
assembly and
O-ring on turbine
shaft
Perform
mechanical
inspection of
other drivetrain
components.
Chart 14: Possible Causes Of Transmission Noise
CAUTION: Before checking transmission for what
is believed to be transmission noise, ensure
presence and positioning of insulating plugs, pads
etc. Also make sure that noise does not come from
other drivetrain components.
Condition
Possible causeCorrection
Whine or BuzzOil level lowFill with ATF, check for external
leaks.
Plugged or restricted oil filterInspect oil filter.
Replace oil filter or ATF as necessary.
Damaged oil filter gasketReplace oil filter gasket.
Knocking noise from front of
transmission
Loose bolts (Converter to flex plate)Tighten to specifications.
transmission.Cracked or broken flex plateReplace flex plate.
Converter damagedReplace converter.
Knocking noise while driving, mostly
on acceleration.Transmission mount loose or brokenTighten mount bolts or replace
transmission mount.
Cooler line mounts loose or brokenTighten or replace cooler line
mounts.
Cooler lines touching body or frameRepair or replace as necessary.
Knocking noise when vehicle is
stationary
Loose flex plate mounting boltsTighten to specifications.
stationary.Cracked or broken flex plateReplace flex plate.
Damaged converterReplace converter.
7A±24
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (4L30±E)
MODELEVERENGINE SPEEDLINE PRESSUREFORCE MOTORMODEPOSITIONENGINE SPEEDkPaPSICURRENT (mA)
NORMAL/POWERD,3,2,LIDLE590 ± 73086 ± 106680 ± 720
WINTERDIDLE300 ± 39044 ± 571,020 ± 1,060
NORMAL/POWER
WINTERREVERSEIDLE460 ± 63067 ± 91880 ± 920
NORMAL/POWERD, 3, 2, LSTALL SPEED1,250 ± 1,380181 ± 20070 ± 110
WINTERDSTALL SPEED1,250 ± 1,380181 ± 20070 ± 110
NORMAL/POWER
WINTERREVERSESTALL SPEED1,400 ± 1,580203 ± 229340 ± 380
Shift Speed Chart
Transfer gear ratio:High: 1.000
Rear axle ratio:4.300
ªNormal modeº
Upshift
Range
Throttle
opening1 " 2
(First Gear) (Second Gear)
km/h (mph)2 " 3
(Second Gear) (Third Gear)
km/h (mph)3 " 4
(Third Gear) (Fourth Gear)
km/h (mph)
DFully opened53 ~ 59 (33 ~ 37)110 ~ 116 (68 ~ 72)166 ~ 172 (103 ~ 107)
(Drive)Half throttle32 ~ 38 (20 ~ 24)57 ~ 63 (35 ~ 39)99 ~ 105 (61 ~ 65)
3Fully opened53 ~ 59 (33 ~ 37)110 ~ 116 (68 ~ 72)Ð
(Third)Half throttle32 ~ 38 (20 ~ 24)57 ~ 63 (35 ~ 39)Ð
2Fully opened53 ~ 59 (33 ~ 37)ÐÐ
(Second)Half throttle32 ~ 38 (20 ~ 24)ÐÐ
Downshift
Range
Throttle
opening1 u 2
(First Gear) (Second Gear)
km/h (mph)2 u 3
(Second Gear) (Third Gear)
km/h (mph)3 u 4
(Third Gear) (Fourth Gear)
km/h (mph)
D
Fully opened45 ~ 51 (28 ~ 32)97 ~ 103 (60 ~ 64)155 ~ 161 (96 ~ 100)
D
(Drive)Half throttle14 ~ 20 (9 ~ 12)33 ~ 39 (20 ~ 24)64 ~ 70 (40 ~ 43)(Drive)
Fully closed13 ~ 19 (8 ~ 12)19 ~ 25 (12 ~ 16)27 ~ 33 (17 ~ 21)
3
Fully opened45 ~ 51 (28 ~ 32)97 ~ 103 (60 ~ 64)Ð
3
(Third)Half throttle14 ~ 20 (9 ~ 12)33 ~ 39 (20 ~ 24)Ð(Third)
Fully closed13 ~ 19 (8 ~ 12)19 ~ 25 (12 ~ 16)Ð
2
Fully opened45 ~ 51 (28 ~ 32)92 ~ 98 (57 ~ 61)Ð
2
(Second)Half throttle14 ~ 20 (9 ~ 12)92 ~ 98 (57 ~ 61)Ð(Second)
Fully closed13 ~ 19 (8 ~ 12)92 ~ 98 (57 ~ 61)Ð
L
(First)Ð48 ~ 54 (30 ~ 34)ÐÐ
7A±25 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (4L30±E)
ªPower modeº
Upshift
Range
Throttle
opening1 " 2
(First Gear) (Second Gear)
km/h (mph)2 " 3
(Second Gear) (Third Gear)
km/h (mph)3 " 4
(Third Gear) (Fourth Gear)
km/h (mph)
DFully opened53 ~ 59 (33 ~ 37)110 ~ 116 (68 ~ 72)174 ~ 180 (108 ~ 112)
(Drive)Half throttle41 ~ 47 (25 ~ 29)84 ~ 90 (52 ~ 56)136 ~ 142 (84 ~ 88)
3Fully opened53 ~ 59 (33 ~ 37)110 ~ 116 (68 ~ 72)Ð
(Third)Half throttle41 ~ 47 (25 ~ 29)84 ~ 90 (52 ~ 56)Ð
2Fully opened53 ~ 59 (33 ~ 37)ÐÐ
(Second)Half throttle41 ~ 47 (25 ~ 29)ÐÐ
Downshift
Range
Throttle
opening1 u 2
(First Gear) (Second Gear)
km/h (mph)2 u 3
(Second Gear) (Third Gear)
km/h (mph)3 u 4
(Third Gear) (Fourth Gear)
km/h (mph)
D
Fully opened45 ~ 51 (28 ~ 32)104 ~ 110 (65 ~ 68)163 ~ 169 (101 ~ 105)
D
(Drive)Half throttle22 ~ 28 (14 ~ 17)57 ~ 63 (35 ~ 39)108 ~ 114 (67 ~ 71)(Drive)
Fully closed13 ~ 19 (8 ~ 12)23 ~ 29 (14 ~ 18)46 ~ 52 (29 ~ 32)
3
Fully opened45 ~ 51 (28 ~ 32)104 ~ 110 (65 ~ 68)Ð
3
(Third)Half throttle22 ~ 28 (14 ~ 17)57 ~ 63 (35 ~ 39)Ð(Third)
Fully closed13 ~ 19 (8 ~ 12)23 ~ 29 (14 ~ 18)Ð
2
Fully opened45 ~ 51 (28 ~ 32)92 ~ 98 (57 ~ 61)Ð
2
(Second)Half throttle22 ~ 28 (14 ~ 17)92 ~ 98 (57 ~ 61)Ð(Second)
Fully closed13 ~ 19 (8 ~ 12)92 ~ 98 (57 ~ 61)Ð
L
(First)Ð48 ~ 54 (30 ~ 34)ÐÐ
ªWinter modeº
D range, winter mode ON " OFF31 ~ 37 km/h (19 ~ 23 mph)
7A±89 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (4L30±E)
Main Data And Specification
General Specifications
Remarks
ModelTHM 4L30±E
EngineV6 3.5L 6VE1DOHC
TypeAutomatic four speed overdrive in
4th gear lock±up clutch torque
converter
Shift controlHydraulic
Control systemsShift patternElectronicControl systemsShift qualityElectronic
Lock±up clutchElectronic
1st2.856
2nd1.618
Gear ratio3rd1.000
4th (O/D)0.723
Reverse2.000
Gear setNoiseless, high torque capability
Oil usedNameATF DEXRON)±IIIOil usedQ'ty liter (qt)8.6 (9.1)
Torque converter2,100 + 150Stall speed (rpm)
Reverse clutchRC4
Second clutchC26Number of discsThird clutchC36Number of discs
Brake bandDouble wrap
Fourth clutchC42Number of discsOverrun clutchOC1Number of discs
OverdriveOFW10Number of rollers
PrincipalPFW26Number of sprags
Input sun gear30
Pinion gear19
Ravigneaux plan-Long pinion23g
etary gear setRing gear90
Long pinion19Number of teeth
Output sun gear46
Odi l
Sun gear31
Overdrive plane-
tary gear setPinion gear24tary gear set
Ring gear81
7A1±6
TRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM (4L30±E)
Shift Control
The transmission gear is shifted according to the shift
pattern selected by the driver. In shifting gears, the gear
ratio is controlled by the ON/ OFF signal using the shift
solenoid A and the shift solenoid B.
Band Apply Control
The band apply is controlled when in the 3±2 downshift
(engine overrun prevention) and the garage shift (shock
control).
The band apply solenoid is controlled by the signal from
the Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) to regulate the flow of
the oil.
Torque Converter Clutch Control
(Electronically Controlled Capacity Clutch
= ECCC)
The clutch apply is controlled by moving the converter
clutch valve by commanding Torque Converter Clutch
(TCC) solenoid using the PWM signal.
Line Pressure Control
The throttle signal allows the current signal to be sent to
the force motor. After receiving the current signal, the
force motor activates the pressure regulator valve to
regulate the line pressure.
On±Board Diagnostic System
Several malfunction displays can be stored in the
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) memory, and read out
of it afterward.
The serial data lines, which are required for the testing of
the final assembly and the coupling to other electronic
modules, can be regulated by this function.
Fail Safe Mechanism
If there is a problem in the transmission system, the PCM
will go into a ªbackupº mode.
The vehicle can still be driven, but the driver must use the
select lever to shift gears.
Torque Management Control
The transmission control side sends the absolute spark
advance signal to the engine control side while the
transmission is being shifted. This controls the engine
spark timing in compliance with the vehicle running
condition to reduce the shocks caused by the change of
speed.
ATF Warning Control
The oil temperature sensor detects the ATF oil
temperature to control the oil temperature warning, TCC,
and the winter mode.
Reverse Lock Out Control
With the selector lever in reverse position, the PCM will
not close the PWM solenoid until the vehicle is below 11
km/h (6.8 mph), thus preventing reverse engagement
above this speed.
Downhill Control
This mode is automatically activated from ªNORMALº
mode only when downhill conditions are recognized.
The shift pattern is identical to ªNORMALº mode except
3-4 and 4-3 shift lines at low throttle modified to get engine
braking on a larger speed range.
ECCC lines unchanged compared to ªNORMALº mode.
Uphill Control
When Uphill condition are recognized the 2-3 and 3-4 shift
and TCC apply take place only when the engine torque is
sufficient in order to avoid shift hunting.
TRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM (4L30±E)7A1±9
Winter Drive Mode
1.Operation
The winter switch will operate when switched on after
all of the following conditions are present:
Conditions:
a. The select lever position is ªDº range only.
b. Vehicle speed is 7 mph (11 km/h) or less.
c. Transmission oil temperature is 130C (266F) or
less.
d. Accelerator opening is at 8% or less.
2.Cancel Release
1. Cancellation by driver
a. Turning off the winter drive mode switch
b. Shifting select position to ª3º, ª2º, or ªLº (winter
drive mode is not canceled by selecting ªNº, ªRº,
or ªPº).
c. Ignition key is turned off.
2. Automatic cancellation
a. When vehicle runs at 21mph (34 km/h) or more
for 1 second or more
b. When transmission oil temperature reaches
130C (266F) or above
NOTE: The mode returns to normal drive mode or power
drive mode after the winter drive mode is canceled.
Backup Mode
If a major system failure occurs which could affect safety
or damage the transmission under normal vehicle
operation, the diagnostic system detects the fault and
overrides the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
The ªCHECK TRANSº light flashes to alert the driver, and
the transmission must be manually shifted as follows:
Select lever position
Gear Ratio Selected
D4 (Fourth)
Manual 34 (Fourth)
Manual 23 (Third)
Manual L1 (First)
RReverse
Shifts are firmer to prevent clutch slip and consequent
wear. The fault should be corrected as soon as possible.
TRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM (4L30±E)7A1±17
Diagnostic Trouble Codes
The purpose of the ªDiagnostic Trouble Codesº mode is to
display stored PCM trouble codes.
When ªDiagnostic Trouble Codesº is selected an
ªApplication Menuº screen appears.
Clear DTC Information
The purpose of the ªClear DTC Informationº mode is to
command the clearing of stored PCM trouble codes.
When ªClear DTC Informationº is selected, a ªClear DTC
Informationº, warning screen appears. This screen
informs you that by cleaning DTC's, ªall stored DTC
information in controller will be erasedº.
Do you want to clear DTC's (Yes/No).
Press either the Yes or No key when answering.
After clearing codes, confirm system operation by test
driving the vehicle.
Allow the vehicle to shift through all four forward gears in a
manner which attempts to repeat the failure condition.
NOTE: When the trouble has not been repaired and the
trouble code cannot be erased, check the vehicle again.
DTC Information
When ªDTC Informationº is selected, an ªApplication
Menuº appears with a list of DTC information function
keys addressing DTC specifics and their origins.
Function key selections may vary for particular vehicle
and/or system.
Data Display
The purpose of the ªData Displayº mode is to
continuously monitor data parameters.
The current actual values of all important sensors and
signals in the system are display through F1 mode.
When ªData Displayº is selected an ªApplication Menuº
appears. Please select either ªEngineº or ªTransmission
Data Displayº.
See ªTransmission Dataº on next page.
Snapshot
When ªSnapshotº is selected an ªApplication Menuº
appears.
When ªTransmission Snapshotº application is selected
from the ªApplication Menuº, a ªSnapshot Menuº
appears, displaying several options. ªSnapshotº options
may vary from one system to another.
ªSnapshotº allows a recording of all vehicle parameters.
There parameters may then be replayed at a future point
in time.
This action allows you to focus on making the condition
occur, rather than trying to view all of the data in
anticipation of the fault. The snapshot will collect
parameter information around a trigger point that you
select.
When a snapshot is taken. It is recorded onto the
PCMCIA memory card. When the Tech 2 is powered
down. Snapshots are not lost.
Actuator Tests
The purpose of ªActuator Testsº mode is to check for
correct operation of electronic system actuators.Lamps
You can operate the lamps by pressing the ON and OFF
buttons.
Preconditions: none
Solenoid
Solenoid 1-2/3-4, Solenoid 2-3, TCC Solenoid
You can operate the solenoids by pressing the ON and
OFF buttons.
Preconditions: P±N position, no vehicle speed, no engine
speed
Band Apply Solenoid
You can operate the solenoid by pressing the ON and
OFF buttons.
Preconditions: P-N position, idle engine speed, no vehicle
speed.
Pressure Control Solenoid (PCS)
You can set desired PCS Current using the ªIncrementº
(+25) and ªDecrementº (±25) button. The PC Solenoid
Data informs about PCS Current, Pressure and Duty
Cycle.
Preconditions: P±N position, no engine speed, no vehicle
speed
Reset Oil Life Monitor
Displays parameter ªOil Life Monitorº and resets to 100%
if Yes-button is pressed on Reset-question. ªNoº leaves
test.
Preconditions: no vehicle speed, no engine speed
NOTE:
Freeze Frame (Powertrain DTC A/B Type)
Freeze Frame is an element of the Diagnostic Manage-
ment System which stores various vehicle information at
the moment an emissions-related fault is stored in
memory and when the MIL is commanded on. These data
can help to identify the cause of a fault. Refer to
Storing
And Erasing Freeze Frame Data
for more detailed in-
formation.
Failure Records (Powertrain DTC C/D Type)
Failure Records data is an enhancement of the OBD II
Freeze Frame feature. Failure Records store the same
vehicle information as does Freeze Frame, but it will store
that information for any fault which is stored in on-board
memory, while Freeze Frame stores information only for
emission-related faults that command the MIL on.
TRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM (4L30±E)7A1±23
Intermittent Conditions
If the Tech 2 displays a diagnostic trouble code as
intermittent, or if after a test drive a DTC does not
reappear though the detection conditions for this DTC are
present, the problem is most likely a faulty electrical
connection or loose wiring. Terminals and grounds should
always be the prime suspect. Intermittents rarely occur
inside sophisticated electronic components such as the
PCM.
Use the DTC information to understand which wires and
sensors are involved.
When an intermittent problem is encountered, check
suspect circuits for:
1. Poor terminal to wire connection.
2. Terminals not fully seated in the connector body
(backed out).
3. Improperly formed or damaged terminals.
4. Loose, dirty, or corroded ground connections:
HINT: Any time you have an intermittent in more than
one circuit, check whether the circuits share a
common ground connection.5. Pinched or damaged wires.
6. Electro±Magnetic Interference (EMI):
HINT: Check that all wires are properly routed away
from coil, and generator. Also check for improperly
installed electrical options, such as lights, 2±way
radios, etc.
Use the F2: SNAPSHOT mode of the Tech 2 to help
isolate the cause of an intermittent fault. The snapshot
mode will record information before and after the problem
occurs. Set the snapshot to ªtriggerº on the suspect DTC.
If you notice the reported symptom during the test drive,
trigger the snapshot manually.
After the snapshot has been triggered, command the
Tech 2 to play back the flow of data recorded from each of
the various sensors. Signs of an intermittent fault in a
sensor circuit are sudden unexplainable jump in data
values out of the normal range.
Transmission And PCM Identification
The chart below contains a list of all important information
concerning rear axle ratio, Powertrain Control Module
(PCM), and transmission identification.
VEHICLE
Rr axlePCMTRANSMISSION
TypeEngine
Rr axle
RatioISUZU Parts No.Calibration
CodeIsuzu Part No.Model Code
Isuzu /35LV64 3008±97287±830±0G268±96023±779±0YB (4y4)
Axiom3.5L V64.3008±09389±969±0G268±96024±169±0YE (4y2)
240R200001