5A1 – 20IZF 4 HP 16 AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
Reverse
In Reverse, transaxle drive is via the input shaft and clutch
B. The elements of this transaxle function are as follows:
S Clutch B is engaged and drives the reverse sun
gear in a clock––wise direction.
S The D band is engaged and holds the planetary
gear carrier (front & rear) stationary causing the
differential pinion to rotate clockwise.
S The differential rotates in a counterclockwise direc-
tion.
S The output shaft is driven in a counterclockwise or
reverse direction.
Control
Clutch B Engaged
The line pressure, which is supplied by the oil pump, is di-
rected to clutch B via the manual valve. The position of the
check ball will change allowing direct pressure to clutch B.
Brake D Engaged
The line pressure, which engaged clutch B, is also sup-
plied to clutch valve D.In Reverse, solenoid 1 is switched ON and EDS 4 is
switched OFF. This will cause the fluid supplied to the re-
duction valve to flow to clutch valve D via the EDS 4.
The spool of clutch valve D will be depressed allowing fluid
to pass to holding valve D.
Lock–up Clutch (TCC)
Solenoid 2 is turned ON and the line pressure control valve
spool will be depressed. Fluid will now flow through the
torque converter pressure valve.
As a result, the oil pressure behind the converter lock–up
clutch piston and in the turbine zone is equal. The direction
of flow is through the turbine shaft and through the space
behind the piston, to the turbine chamber.
Lubrication/Cooling
The lubricating valve ensures that the converter is sup-
plied with cooling oil first if the pump rate is low. The lubri-
cating pressure valve in addition guarantees that the nec-
essary amount of cooling and lubricating oil is available via
the bypass duct.
The fluid, which is supplied from the torque converter,
flows to the cooler via the lubrication valve.
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Drive Range – First Gear
In Drive 1, transaxle drive is via the input shaft to clutch B.
The elements of this transaxle function are as follows:
S Clutch B is engaged to drive the rear sun gear.
S The rear sun gear drives the front planetary gear
carrier clockwise.
S The rear planetary gear carrier drives the front ring
gear and front planetary gear carrier clockwise.
Control
Clutch B Engaged
In Park and Neutral solenoid valves 1 and 2 are both ON.
Pressure control solenoids (EDS) 4 and 6 are also turned
ON.
When EDS 6 is ON, the fluid supplied from the reduction
valve flows to the safety valve, clutch valve B and holding
valve B. The oil that is supplied to the inlet port of the clutch
valve presses on the valve spool. Line pressure then flows
to the holding valve and check ball, engaging clutch B.Clutch F Engaged
EDS 5 will be switched ON. The line pressure, which
passed through the reduction valve, will flow to the holding
valve and the clutch valve inlet. As a result the valve spool
is depressed.
Lock–up Clutch (TCC)
Solenoid 2 is turned ON and the line pressure control valve
spool will be depressed. Fluid will now flow through the
torque converter pressure valve.
As a result, the oil pressure behind the converter lock–up
clutch piston and in the turbine zone is equal. The direction
of flow is through the turbine shaft and through the space
behind the piston, to the turbine chamber.
Lubrication/Cooling
The lubricating valve ensures that the converter is sup–
plied with cooling oil first if the pump rate is low. The lubri-
cating pressure valve in addition guarantees that the nec-
essary amount of cooling and lubricating oil is available via
the bypass duct.
The fluid, which is supplied from the torque converter,
flows to the cooler via the lubrication valve.
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Drive Range – Second Gear
In Drive 2, the transaxle drive is via the input shaft and
clutch E. The elements of this transaxle function are as fol-
lows:
S Clutch E is applied to drive the front ring gear.
S The front ring gear drives the front planetary gear
carrier.
S The front planetary gear carrier drives the differen-
tial pinion gear clockwise.
S Brake F is applied holding the front sun gear sta-
tionary.
Control
Clutch E Engaged
Solenoid 2 will be switched OFF. Line pressure, which is
supplied by the reduction valve, flows to the inlet port of
clutch valve E. Fluid will then pass through the clutch valve
and clutch E will engage.Clutch F Engaged
EDS 5 will be switched ON. The line pressure, which
passed through the reduction valve, will flow to the holding
valve and the clutch valve inlet. As a result the valve spool
is depressed.
Lock–up Clutch
Solenoid valve 2 is turned ON and the line pressure control
valve spool will be depressed. Fluid will now flow through
the torque converter pressure valve.
As a result, the oil pressure behind the converter lock–up
clutch piston and in the turbine zone is equal. The direction
of flow is through the turbine shaft and through the space
behind the piston, to the turbine chamber.
Lubrication/Cooling
The lubricating valve ensures that the converter is sup-
plied with cooling oil first if the pump rate is low. The lubri-
cating pressure valve in addition guarantees that the nec-
essary amount of cooling and lubricating oil is available via
the bypass duct.
The fluid, which is supplied from the torque converter,
flows to the cooler via the lubrication valve.
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Drive Range – Third Gear
In Drive 3, transaxle drive is via the input shaft to clutches
B and E. The elements of this transaxle function are as fol-
lows:
S Clutches B and E are engaged to drive the rear sun
gear and rear planetary gear carrier clockwise.
S The clockwise rotation of the rear sun gear and rear
planetary gear carrier will cause the front planetary
gear to rotate in the same direction.
Control
Clutch B Engaged
In Park and Neutral solenoid valves 1 and 2 are both ON.Pressure control solenoids (EDS) 4 and 6 are also turned
ON.
When EDS 6 is ON, the fluid supplied from the reduction
valve flows to the safety valve, clutch valve B and holding
valve B. The oil that is supplied to the inlet port of the clutch
valve presses on the valve spool. Line pressure then flows
to the holding valve and check ball, engaging clutch B.
Lock–up Clutch (TCC)
Solenoid valve 2 is turned ON and the line pressure control
valve spool will be depressed. Fluid will now flow through
the torque converter pressure valve.
As a result, the oil pressure behind the converter lock–up
clutch piston and in the turbine zone is equal. The direction
of flow is through the turbine shaft and through the space
behind the piston, to the turbine chamber.
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Drive Range – Fourth Gear
In Drive 4, transaxle drive is via the input shaft and
clutches E and C. The elements of this transaxle function
are as follows:
S Clutch E is engaged to drive the rear planetary gear
carrier.
S The rear planetary gear carrier drives the rear ring
gear.
S The rear ring gear carrier drives the differential
gear.
Control
Clutch E Engaged
Solenoid 2 will be switched OFF. Line pressure, which is
supplied by the reduction valve, flows to the inlet port of
clutch valve E. Fluid will then pass through the clutch valve
and clutch E will engage.Clutch C Engaged
EDS 4 will be switched OFF causing the fluid level to be
high. Line pressure will be directed to the safety valve,
clutch valve D and holding valve D. Clutch valve C and
holding valve C will engage as pressure flows through the
safety valve.
Lock–up Clutch
Solenoid valve 2 is turned ON and the line pressure control
valve spool will be depressed. Fluid will now flow through
the torque converter pressure valve.
As a result, the oil pressure behind the converter lock–up
clutch piston and in the turbine zone is equal. The direction
of flow is through the turbine shaft and through the space
behind the piston, to the turbine chamber.
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Drive Range – Third Gear ;
Emergency/Substitute Mode
In Drive 3, transaxle drive is via the input shaft to clutches
B and E. The elements of this transaxle function are as fol-
lows:
S Clutches B and E are engaged to drive the rear sun
gear and rear planetary gear carrier clockwise.
S The clockwise rotation of the rear sun gear and rear
planetary gear carrier will cause the front planetary
gear to rotate in the same direction.Control
Clutch B Engaged
In Park and Neutral solenoid valves 1 and 2 are both ON.
Pressure control solenoids (EDS) 4 and 6 are also turned
ON.
When EDS 6 is ON, the fluid supplied from the reduction
valve flows to the safety valve, clutch valve B and holding
valve B. The oil that is supplied to the inlet port of the clutch
valve presses on the valve spool. Line pressure then flows
to the holding valve and check ball, engaging clutch B.
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CLUTCH PLATE DIAGNOSIS
Composition Plates
Dry the plate and inspect the plates for the following condi-
tions :
S Pitting
S Flaking
S Wear
S Glazing
S Cracking
S Charring
Chips or metal particles embedded in the lining
Replace a composition plate which shows any of these
conditions.
Steel Plates
Wipe the plates dry and check the plates for heat discolor-
ation. If the surfaces are smooth, even if colorsmear is in-
dicated, you can reuse the plate. If the plate is discolored
with hot spots or if the surface is scuffed, replace the plate.
Important : If the clutch shows evidence or extreme heat
or burning, replace the springs.
Causes of Burned Clutch Plates
The following conditions can result in a burned clutch
plate:
S Incorrect usage of clutch plates.
S Engine coolant in the transaxle fluid.
S A cracked clutch piston.
S Damaged or missing seals.
S Low line pressure.
S Valve problems.
– The valve body face is not flat
– Porosity between channels
– The valve bushing clips are improperly installed.
– The check balls are misplaced.
S The seal rings are worn or damaged
Engine Coolant in Transaxle
Notice : Antifreeze will deteriorate the O–ring seals and
the glue used to bond the clutch material to the pressure
plate. Both conditions may cause transaxle damage.
Perform the following steps if the transaxle oil cooler has
developed a leak, allowing engine coolant to enter the
transaxle:
1. Because the coolant will attach to the seal material
causing leakage, disassemble the transaxle and
replace all rubber type seals.
2. Because the facing material may become sepa-
rated from the steel center portion, replace the
composition faced clutch plate assemblies.
3. Replace all nylon parts including washers.
4. Replace the torque converter.
5. Thoroughly clean and rebuild the transaxle, using
new gaskets and oil filter.6. Flush the cooler lines after you have properly re-
paired or replaced the transaxle.
COOLER FLUSHING AND FLOW
TEST
Notice : You must flush the cooler whenever you receive
a transaxle for service. Cooler flushing is essential for
SRTA installation, major overhaul, whenever you replace
a pump or torque converter, or whenever you suspect that
the fluid has been contaminated.
After filling the transaxle with fluid, start the engine and run
for 30 seconds. This will remove any residual moisture
from the oil cooler. Disconnect the return line at the trans-
axle and observe the flow with the engine running. If the
fluid flow is insufficient, check the fluid flow by disconnect-
ing the feed line at the cooler. Observe the flow with the
engine running.
S If the flow from the cooler return line at the trans-
axle is insufficient, check the flow rate from the feed
line to the cooler. BLockage exists in the transaxle
or the cooler.
S If the flow from the transaxle feed line to the cooler
is insufficient, the transaxle is the cause of the fluid
flow problem.
S If the flow the transaxle feed line to the cooler is
insufficient, but flow from the cooler return line to
the transaxle is insufficient, inspect the cooler pipes
and fittings. Then repeat the cooler flushing proce-
dure. If the flow is still insufficient, replace the cool-
er.
TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL SERVICE
PROCEDURE
This procedure is to be used when checking a concern
with the fluid level in a vehicle. A low fluid level will result
in slipping and loss of drive/ reverse or delay on engage-
ment of drive/ reverse when the vehicle is cold.
The vehicle is first checked for transaxle diagnostic mes-
sages on the scan tool. If the oil level is low, it is possible
to register a vehicle speed signal fault.
The vehicle is to be test driven to determine if there is an
abnormal delay when selecting drive or reverse, or loss of
drive. One symptom of low fluid level is a momentary loss
of drive when driving the vehicle around a corner. Also
when the transaxle fluid level is low, a loss of drive may oc-
cur when the transaxle fluid temperature is low.
When adding or changing transaxle fluid use only ESSO
LT 71141 automatic transaxle fluid or other approved
fluids. The use of incorrect fluid will cause the performance
and durability of the transaxle to be severely degraded.
Fluid Level Diagnosis Procedure
1. If the vehicle is at operating temperature allow the
vehicle to cool down for two hours, but no greater
than four hours. Or if the vehicle is at cool status,
start the engine and allow the engine to idle for
approximately 5 minutes (825~875 rpm), if pos-
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Repairing the Fluid Leak
Once the leak point is found the source of the leak must
be determined. The following list describes the potential
causes for the leak:
S Fasteners are not torqued to specification.
S Fastener threads and fastener holes are dirty or
corroded.
S Gaskets, seals or sleeves are misarranged, dam-
aged or worn.
S Damaged, warped or scratched seal bore or gasket
surface.
S Loose or worn bearing causing excess seal or
sleeve wears.
S Case or component porosity.
S Fluid level is too high.
S Plugged vent or damaged vent tube.
S Water or coolant in fluid.
S Fluid drain back holes plugged.
ELECTRICAL/GARAGE SHIFT TEST
This preliminary test should be performed before a hoist
or road test to make sure electronic control inputs is con-
nected and operating. If the inputs are not checked before
operating the transaxle, a simple electrical condition could
be misdiagnosed as a major transaxle condition.
A scan tool provides valuable information and must be
used on the automatic transaxle for accurate diagnosis.
1. Move gear selector to P (Park) and set the parking
brake.
2. Connect scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC)
terminal.
3. Start engine.
4. Turn the scan tool ON.
5. Verify that the appropriate signals are present.
These signals may include:
S ENGINE SPEED
S VEHICLE SPEED
S THROTTLE POSITION
S TRANSAXLE GEAR STATE
S GEAR SHIFT LEVER POSITION
S TRANSAXLE FLUID TEMPERATURE
S CLOSED THROTTLE POSITION LEARN
S OPEN THROTTLE POSITION LEARNT
S CLOSED ACCEL. PEDAL POSITION LEARNT
S OPEN ACCEL. PEDAL POSITION LEARNT
S A/C COMPRESSOR STATUS
S MODE SWITCH
S THROTTLE POSITION VOLTAGE
S GEAR SHIFT LEVER POSITION VOLTAGE
S TRANS. FLUID TEMPERATURE VOLTAGE
S A/C SWITCH
S MODE SWITCH VOLTAGE
S BATTERY VOLTAGE
6. Monitor the A/C COMPRESSOR STATUS signal
while pushing the A/C switch.S The A/C COMPRESSOR STATUS should come
ON when the A/C switch is pressed, and turns
OFF when the A/C switch is repushed.
7. Monitor the GEAR SHIFT LEVER POSITION signal
and move the gear shift control lever through all the
ranges.
S Verify that the GEAR SHIFT LEVER POSITION
value matches the gear range indicated on the
instrument panel or console.
S Gear selections should be immediate and not
harsh.
8. Move gear shift control lever to neutral and monitor
the THROTTLE POSITION signal while increasing
and decreasing engine speed with the accelerator
pedal.
S THROTTLE POSITION should increase with
engine speed.
ROAD TEST PROCEDURE
S Perform the road test using a scan tool.
S This test should be performed when traffic and road
conditions permit.
S Observe all traffic regulations.
The TCM calculates upshift points based primarily on two
inputs : throttle angle and vehicle speed. When the TCM
wants a shift to occur, an electrical signal is sent to the shift
solenoids which in turn moves the valves to perform the
upshift.
The shift speed charts reference throttle angle instead of
”min throttle” or ”wot” to make shift speed measurement
more uniform and accurate. A scan tool should be used to
monitor throttle angle. Some scan tools have been pro-
grammed to record shift point information. Check the
introduction manual to see if this test is available.
Upshift Procedure
With gear selector in drive(D)
1. Look at the shift speed chart contained in this sec-
tion and choose a percent throttle angle of 10 or
25%.
2. Set up the scan tool to monitor throttle angle and
vehicle speed.
3. Accelerate to the chosen throttle angle and hold the
throttle steady.
4. As the transaxle upshifts, note the shift speed and
commanded gear changes for :
S Second gear.
S Third gear.
S Fourth gear.
Important : Shift speeds may vary due to slight hydraulic
delays responding to electronic controls. A change from
the original equipment tire size affects shift speeds.
Note when TCC applies. This should occur in fourth gear.
If the apply is not noticed by an rpm drop, refer to the
”Lock–up Clutch Diagnosis” information contained in this
section.