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AT-210
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
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6. CHECK A/T FLUID CONDITION
1. Remove oil pan. Refer to AT-236, "
Control Valve With TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature Sensor 2" .
2. Check A/T fluid condition. Refer to AT- 5 3 , "
A/T Fluid Condition Check" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 7.
NG >> GO TO 10.
7. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
Check malfunction items. If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts. Refer to AT- 6 4 ,
"Symptom Chart" (Symptom No.24).
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
8. CHECK SYMPTOM
Check again. Refer to AT- 5 9 , "
Cruise Test - Part 1" .
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 9.
9. CHECK TCM
1. Check TCM input/output signals. Refer to AT- 8 9 , "
TCM Input/Output Signal Reference Values" .
2. If NG, recheck A/T assembly harness connector terminals for damage or loose connection with harness
connector.
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
10. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
Check malfunction items. If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts. Refer to AT- 6 4 ,
"Symptom Chart" (Symptom No.24).
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
A/T Does Not Hold Lock-Up ConditionNCS001QC
SYMPTOM:
The lock-up condition cannot be maintained for more than 30 seconds.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to AT- 9 2 , "
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE" , AT- 1 0 3 , "TCM SELF-DIAG-
NOSTIC PROCEDURE (NO TOOLS)" .
Is any malfunction detected by self-diagnostic results?
YES >> Check malfunctioning system. Refer to AT- 9 2 , "SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE" , AT- 1 0 4 ,
"Judgement Self-diagnosis Code" .
NO >> GO TO 2.
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
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Lock-Up Is Not ReleasedNCS001QD
SYMPTOM:
The lock-up condition cannot be cancelled even after releasing the accelerator pedal.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to AT- 9 2 , "
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE" , AT- 1 0 3 , "TCM SELF-DIAG-
NOSTIC PROCEDURE (NO TOOLS)" .
Is any malfunction detected by self-diagnostic results?
YES >> Check malfunctioning system. Refer to AT- 9 2 , "SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE" , AT- 1 0 4 ,
"Judgement Self-diagnosis Code" .
NO >> GO TO 2.
2. CHECK SYMPTOM
Check again. Refer to AT- 5 9 , "
Cruise Test - Part 1" .
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 3.
3. CHECK TCM
1. Check TCM input/output signals. Refer to AT- 8 9 , "
TCM Input/Output Signal Reference Values" .
2. If NG, recheck A/T assembly harness connector terminals for damage or loose connection with harness
connector.
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
Engine Speed Does Not Return to IdleNCS001QE
SYMPTOM:
When a shift-down is performed, the engine speed does not smoothly return to the idling speed.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK A/T FLUID LEVEL
Check A/T fluid level. Refer to AT-13, "
Checking A/T Fluid" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Refill ATF.
2. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to AT- 9 2 , "
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE" , AT- 1 0 3 , "TCM SELF-DIAG-
NOSTIC PROCEDURE (NO TOOLS)"
Is any malfunction detected by self-diagnostic results?
YES >> Check malfunctioning system. Refer to AT- 9 2 , "SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE" , AT- 1 0 4 ,
"Judgement Self-diagnosis Code" .
NO >> GO TO 3.
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AT-222
SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEM
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SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEMPFP:34901
Control Device Removal and InstallationNCS001QL
CONTROL DEVICE COMPONENTS (2WD MODELS)
1. Selector lever knob 2. Lock pin 3. Control device assembly
4. Snap pin 5. Plain washer 6. Color
7. Plain washer 8. Pivot pin 9. Control rod
10. Insulator 11. Dust cover plate 12. Dust cover
Refer to GI section to make sure icons (symbol marks) in the figure. Refer to GI-11, "
Components" .
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REMOVAL
1. Disconnect lower lever of control device and control rod.
2. Move selector lever to “N” position.
3. Remove knob cover (1) below selector lever downward.
4. Pull lock pin (3) out of selector lever knob (2).
5. Remove selector lever knob (2).
6. Remove cup holder, switch finisher, cluster lid C and A/T con-
sole finisher. Refer to IP-10, "
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEM-
BLY"
7. Remove center console. Refer to IP-10, "INSTRUMENT PANEL
ASSEMBLY" .
8. Disconnect A/T device harness connector.
9. Remove control device assembly.
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
After installation is completed, adjust and check A/T position. Refer to AT- 2 2 7 , "Adjustment of A/T Posi-
tion" and AT-228, "Checking of A/T Position" .
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AT-224
SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEM
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CONTROL DEVICE COMPONENTS (AWD MODELS)
1. Selector lever knob 2. Lock pin 3. Control device assembly
4. Snap pin 5. Plain washer 6. Color
7. Plain washer 8. Control rod 9. Bracket
10. Insulator 11. Dust cover plate 12. Dust cover
Refer to GI section to make sure icons (symbol marks) in the figure. Refer to GI-11, "
Components" .
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REMOVAL
1. Disconnect lower lever of control device and control rod.
2. Move selector lever to “N” position.
3. Remove knob cover (1) below selector lever downward.
4. Pull lock pin (3) out of selector lever knob (2).
5. Remove selector lever knob (2).
6. Remove cup holder, switch finisher, cluster lid C and A/T con-
sole finisher. Refer to IP-10, "
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEM-
BLY" .
7. Remove center console. Refer to IP-10, "
INSTRUMENT PANEL
ASSEMBLY" .
8. Disconnect A/T device harness connector.
9. Move selector lever to “P” position.
10. Move driver side seat to the end.
11. Remove one of floor carpet attachment clips (1).
12. Remove control device assembly mounting dolts.
13. Lift control device assembly (1). Then slide to the right till touch-
ing floor carpet.
14. Pull control device assembly out in the right-slanting direction
while pressing to the right.
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SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEM
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Checking of A/T PositionNCS001QO
1. Place selector lever in “P” position, and turn ignition switch ON (engine stop).
2. Make sure that selector lever can be shifted to other than “P” position when brake pedal is depressed.
Also make sure that selector lever can be shifted from “P” position only when brake pedal is depressed.
3. Move the selector lever and check for excessive effort, sticking, noise or rattle.
4. Confirm the selector lever stops at each position with the feel of engagement when it is moved through all
the positions. Check whether or not the actual position the selector lever is in matches the position shown
by the shift position indicator and the A/T body.
5. The method of operating the lever to individual positions cor-
rectly should be as shown in the figure.
6. When selector button is pressed in “P”, “R”, or “N” position with-
out applying forward/backward force to selector lever, check but-
ton operation for sticking.
7. Confirm the back-up lamps illuminate only when lever is placed
in the “R” position. Confirm the back-up lamps does not illumi-
nate when selector lever is pushed against “R” position in the
“P” or “N” position.
8. Confirm the engine can only be started with the selector lever in
the “P” and “N” positions. (With selector lever in the “P” position,
engine can be started even when selector lever is moved for-
ward and backward.)
9. Make sure that A/T is locked completely in “P” position.
10. When selector lever is set to manual shift gate, make sure that manual mode is displayed on combination
meter.
Shift selector lever to “+” and “-” sides, and check that set shift position changes.
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A/T SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM
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A/T SHIFT LOCK SYSTEMPFP:34950
DescriptionNCS001QP
The mechanical key interlock mechanism also operates as a shift lock:
With the ignition switch turned to ON, the selector lever cannot be shifted from “P” position to any other posi-
tions unless the brake pedal is depressed.
Shift Lock System Electrical Parts LocationNCS001QQ
A. Control device assembly B. Engine room, right side C. Brake pedal, upper
1. Shift lock unit (Shift lock solenoid installed) 2. A/T device harness connector 3. Shift lock relay
4. Brake pedal 5. Stop lamp switch
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