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CVT SYSTEM
Line Pressure and Secondary Pressure ControlBCS001G5
When an input torque signal equivalent to the engine drive force is sent from the ECM to the TCM, the
TCM controls the line pressure solenoid valve and secondary pressure solenoid valve.
This line pressure solenoid controls the pressure regulator valve as the signal pressure and adjusts the
pressure of the operating oil discharged from the oil pump to the line pressure most appropriate to the
driving state. Secondary pressure is controlled by decreasing line pressure.
NORMAL CONTROL
Optimize the line pressure and secondary pressure, depending on driving conditions, on the basis of the throt-
tle position, the engine speed, the primary pulley (input) revolution speed, the secondary pulley (output) revo-
lution speed, the brake signal, the PNP switch signal, the lock-up signal, the voltage, the target gear ratio, the
fluid temperature, and the fluid pressure.
FEEDBACK CONTROL
When controlling the normal fluid pressure or the selected fluid pressure, the secondary pressure can be set
more accurately by using the fluid pressure sensor to detect the secondary pressure and controlling the feed-
back.
Shift ControlBCS001G6
In order to select the gear ratio which can obtain the driving force in accordance with driver's intention and the
vehicle condition, TCM monitors the driving conditions, such as the vehicle speed and the throttle position and
selects the optimum gear ratio, and determines the gear change steps to the gear ratio. Then send the com-
mand to the step motor, and control the flow-in/flow-out of line pressure from the primary pulley to determine
the position of the moving-pulley and control the gear ratio.
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NOTE:
The gear ratio is set for every position separately.
“D” POSITION
Shifting over all the ranges of gear ratios from the lowest to the high-
est.
“M” POSITION
When the selector lever is put in the manual shift gate side, the fixed
changing gear line is set. By moving the selector lever to + side or -
side, the manual mode switch is changed over, and shift change like
M/T becomes possible following the changing gear set line step by
step.
DOWNHILL ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL (AUTO ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL)
When downhill is detected with the accelerator pedal released, the engine brake will be strengthened up by
downshifting so as not to accelerate the vehicle more than necessary.
ACCELERATION CONTROL
According to vehicle speed and a change of accelerator pedal angle, driver's request for acceleration and driv-
ing scene are judged. This function assists improvement in acceleration feeling by making the engine speed
proportionate to the vehicle speed. And a shift map which can gain a larger driving force is available for com-
patibility of mileage with drivability.
Lock-up and Select ControlBCS001G7
The torque converter clutch piston in the torque converter is engaged to eliminate torque converter slip to
increase power transmission efficiency.
The torque converter clutch control valve operation is controlled by the torque converter clutch solenoid
valve, which is controlled by a signal from TCM. The torque converter clutch control valve engages or
releases the torque converter clutch piston.
When shifting between “N” (“P”) ⇔ “D” (“R”), torque converter clutch solenoid controls engagement power
of forward clutch and reverse brake.
The lock-up applied gear range was expanded by locking up the
torque converter at a lower vehicle speed than conventional
CVT models.
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CVT SYSTEM
TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH AND SELECT CONTROL VALVE CONTROL
Lock-up and Select Control System Diagram
Lock-up Released
In the lock-up released state, the torque converter clutch control valve is set into the unlocked state by the
torque converter clutch solenoid and the lock-up apply pressure is drained.
In this way, the torque converter clutch piston is not coupled.
Lock-up Applied
In the lock-up applied state, the torque converter clutch control valve is set into the locked state by the torque
converter clutch solenoid and lock-up apply pressure is generated.
In this way, the torque converter clutch piston is pressed and coupled.
Select Control
When shifting between “N” (“P”) ⇔ “D” (“R”), optimize the operating pressure on the basis of the throttle posi-
tion, the engine speed, and the secondary pulley (output) revolution speed to lessen the shift shock.
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Control ValveBCS001G8
FUNCTION OF CONTROL VALVE
Name Function
Torque converter regulator valve Optimizes the supply pressure for the torque converter depending on driving conditions
Pressure regulator valve Optimizes the discharge pressure from the oil pump depending on driving conditions
TCC control valve
Activates or deactivate the lock-up
Lock-up smoothly by opening lock-up operation excessively
TCC solenoid valve Controls the TCC control valve or select control valve
Shift control valveControls flow-in/out of line pressure from the primary pulley depending on the stroke dif-
ference between the stepping motor and the primary pulley
Secondary valve Controls the line pressure from the secondary pulley depending on operating conditions
Clutch regulator valve Adjusts the clutch operating pressure depending on operating conditions
Secondary pressure solenoid valve Controls the secondary valve
Line pressure solenoid valve Controls the line pressure control valve
Step motor Controls the pulley ratio
Manual valveTransmits the clutch operating pressure to each circuit in accordance with the selected
position
Select control valve Engages forward clutch, reverse brake smoothly depending on select operation
Select switch valveSwitches torque converter clutch solenoid valve control pressure use to torque con-
verter clutch control valve or select control valve
Lock-up select solenoid valve Controls the select switch valve
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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Step Motor
If an unexpected signal is sent from the step motor to the TCM, the step motor coil phases “A” through “D” are
all turned OFF to hold the gear ratio used right before the non-standard condition occurred.
CVT Lock-up Select Solenoid
If an unexpected signal is sent from the solenoid to the TCM, the CVT lock-up select solenoid is turned OFF to
cancel the lock-up.
TCM Power Supply (Memory Back-up)
Transaxle assembly is protected by limiting the engine torque when the memory back-up power supply (for
controlling) from the battery is not supplied to TCM. Normal statues is restored when turning the ignition switch
OFF to ON after the normal power supply.
How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis for Quick and Accurate RepairBCS001GG
INTRODUCTION
The TCM receives a signal from the vehicle speed sensor, PNP
switch and provides shift control or lock-up control via CVT solenoid
valves.
Input and output signals must always be correct and stable in the
operation of the CVT system. The CVT system must be in good
operating condition and be free of valve seizure, solenoid valve mal-
function, etc.
It is much more difficult to diagnose an error that occurs intermit-
tently rather than continuously. Most intermittent errors are caused
by poor electric connections or improper wiring. In this case, careful
checking of suspected circuits may help prevent the replacement of
good parts.
A visual check only may not find the cause of the errors. A road test
with CONSULT-II or a circuit tester connected should be performed.
Follow the CVT-26, "
WORK FLOW" .
Before undertaking actual checks, take a few minutes to talk with a
customer who approaches with a driveability complaint. The cus-
tomer can supply good information about such errors, especially
intermittent ones. Find out what symptoms are present and under
what conditions they occur. A “DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET” as
shown on the example (Refer to CVT-27
) should be used.
Start your diagnosis by looking for “conventional” errors first. This will
help troubleshoot driveability errors on an electronically controlled
engine vehicle.
Also check related Service bulletins.
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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44-3.Cruise testCVT-38
❏ CVT-170, "CVT Does Not Shift"
❏ CVT-171, "Cannot Be Changed to Manual Mode"
❏ CVT-171, "CVT Does Not Shift in Manual Mode"
❏ CVT-172, "Vehicle Does Not Decelerate by Engine Brake"
❏ Perform self-diagnosis. Enter checks for detected items. CVT-47
❏ CVT-53, "DTC U1000 CAN COMMUNICATION LINE"
❏ CVT-56, "DTC P0615 START SIGNAL CIRCUIT"
❏ CVT-60, "DTC P0703 STOP LAMP SWITCH CIRCUIT"
❏ CVT-62, "DTC P0705 PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH"
❏ CVT-69, "DTC P0710 CVT FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT"
❏ CVT-74, "DTC P0715 INPUT SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT (PRI SPEED SENSOR)"
❏ CVT-79, "DTC P0720 VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR CVT (SECONDARY SPEED SEN-
SOR)"
❏ CVT-85, "DTC P0725 ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL"
❏ CVT-87, "DTC P0730 BELT DAMAGE"
❏ CVT-89, "DTC P0740 TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE"
❏ CVT-94, "DTC P0744 A/T TCC S/V FUNCTION (LOCK-UP)"
❏ CVT-97, "DTC P0745 LINE PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE"
❏ CVT-102, "DTC P0746 PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID A PERFORMANCE
(LINE PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE)"
❏ CVT-105, "DTC P0776 PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID B PERFORMANCE
(SEC PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE)"
❏ CVT-108, "DTC P0778 PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID B ELECTRICAL (SEC
PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE)"
❏ CVT-113, "DTC P0826 MANUAL MODE SWITCH CIRCUIT"
❏ CVT-118, "DTC P0840 TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SENSOR A CIRCUIT
(SEC PRESSURE SENSOR)"
❏ CVT-123, "DTC P0841 PRESSURE SENSOR FUNCTION"
❏ CVT-126, "DTC P0845 TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SENSOR B CIRCUIT
(PRI PRESSURE SENSOR)"
❏ CVT-131, "DTC P0868 SECONDARY PRESSURE DOWN"
❏ CVT-134, "DTC P1701 TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (POWER SUPPLY)"
❏ CVT-139, "DTC P1705 THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR"
❏ CVT-141, "DTC P1722 ESTM VEHICLE SPEED SIGNAL"
❏ CVT-143, "DTC P1723 CVT SPEED SENSOR FUNCTION"
❏ CVT-145, "DTC P1726 ELECTRIC THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM"
❏ CVT-147, "DTC P1740 LOCK-UP SELECT SOLENOID VALVE CIRCUIT"
❏ CVT-153, "DTC P1777 STEP MOTOR - CIRCUIT"
❏ CVT-157, "DTC P1778 STEP MOTOR - FUNCTION"
5❏ Inspect each system for items found to be NG in the self-diagnosis and repair or replace the malfunctioning parts
6❏ Perform all road tests and enter the checks again for the required itemsCVT-35
7❏ For any remaining NG items, perform the “diagnosis procedure” and repair or replace the malfunctioning parts
8❏ Erase the results of the self-diagnosis from the TCMCVT-49
CVT-176
SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEM
SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEMPFP:34901
Removal and InstallationBCS001MM
CONTROL DEVICE COMPONENTS
1. Selector lever knob 2. Knob cover 3. Control device assembly
4. A/T console finisher 5. Lock pin
Refer to GI section to make sure icons (symbol marks) in the figure. Refer to GI-10, "
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CONTROL CABLE COMPONENTS
Refer to the figure below for control cable removal and installation procedure.
REMOVAL
1. Remove knob cover (1) below selector lever downward.
2. Pull lock pin (2) out of selector lever knob (3).
3. Remove selector lever knob (3).
4. Remove A/T console finisher.
Refer to IP-11, "Removal and Installation" .
5. Remove center console assembly.
Refer to IP-11, "Removal and Installation" .
6. Disconnect control cable of control device.
7. Disconnect control device harness connector.
1. Selector lever knob 2. Control device assembly 3. Lock plate
4. Control cable 5. Lock plate 6. Transaxle assembly
7. Bracket 8. Floor
Refer to GI section to make sure icons (symbol marks) in the figure. Refer to GI-10, "
Components" .
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