2006 SUZUKI SX4 Automatic

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Engine
Ignition System
General Description
Ignition System ConstructionS6RW0D1801001
The ignition system is an electronic (distributorless) ignition system. It consists of the parts as described below.
•ECM
It detects the engine and vehicle conditions through the signals from the sensors, determines the most suitable
ignition timing and time for electricity to flow to the primary coil and sends a signal to the ignitor (power unit) in the
ignition coil assembly.
•Ignition coil assembly (including an ignitor)
The ignition coil assembly has a built-in ignitor which turns ON and OFF the current flow to the primary coil
according to the signal from ECM. When the current flow to the primary coil is turned OFF, a high voltage is induced
in the secondary coil.
•High-tension cords and spark plugs
•CMP sensor (Camshaft position sensor) and CKP sensor (Crankshaft position sensor)
Using signals from these sensors, ECM identifies the specific cylinder whose piston is in the compression stroke,
detects the crank angle and adjusts initial ignition timing automatically.
•TP sensor, ECT sensor, MAP sensor, MAF sensor, IAT sensor, knock sensor and other sensors / switches
Although this ignition system does not have a distributor, it has two ignition coil assemblies (one is for No.1 and No.4
spark plugs and the other is for No.2 and No.3 spark plugs). When an ignition signal is sent from ECM to the ignitor in
the ignition coil assembly for No.1 and No.4 spark plugs, a high voltage is induced in the secondary coil and that
passes through the high-tension cords and causes No.1 and No.4 spark plugs to spark simultaneously. Likewise,
when an ignition signal is sent to the ignitor in the other ignition coil assembly, No.2 and No.3 spark plugs spark
simultaneously.

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1) Set parking brake and place automatic transaxle in
PARK (NEUTRAL on manual transaxle). Turn off
ignition, turn off lights and all other electrical loads.
2) Check electrolyte level. If it is below low level line,
add distilled water.
3) Attach end of one jumper cable to positive terminal
of booster battery and the other end of the same
cable to positive terminal of discharged battery. (Use
12-volt battery only to jump start engine).
4) Attach one end of the remaining negative cable to
negative terminal of booster battery, and the other
end to a solid engine ground (such as exhaust
manifold) at least 45 cm (18 in.) away from battery of
vehicle being started.
5) Start engine of vehicle with booster battery and turn
off electrical accessories. Then start engine of the
vehicle with discharged battery.
6) Disconnect jumper cables in the exact reverse order.
With Charging Equipment
CAUTION!
When jump starting engine with charging
equipment, be sure equipment used is 12-
volt and negative ground. Do not use 24-volt
charging equipment. Using such equipment
can cause serious damage to electrical
system or electronic parts.

Battery Dismounting and RemountingS6RW0D1A06002
Dismounting
1) Disconnect negative cable (3).
2) Disconnect positive cable (2).
3) Remove retainer (4).
4) Remove battery (1).
Handling
When handling battery, the following safety precautions
should be followed:
• Hydrogen gas is produced by battery. A flame or
spark near battery may cause the gas to ignite.
• Battery fluid is highly acidic. Avoid spilling on clothing
or other fabric. Any spilled electrolyte should be
flushed with large quantity of water and cleaned
immediately.Remounting
1) Reverse removal procedure.
2) Tighten battery cables securely.
NOTE
Check to be sure that ground cable has
enough clearance to hood panel by terminal.

Water Pump / Generator Drive Belt Tension
Inspection and Adjustment
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WARNING!
• Disconnect negative cable at battery
before checking and adjusting belt
tension.
• To help avoid danger of being burned, do
not remove radiator cap while engine and
radiator are still hot. Scalding fluid and
steam can be blown out under pressure if
cap is taken off too soon.

1) Inspect belt for cracks, cuts, deformation, wear and
cleanliness. If it is necessary to replace belt, refer to
“Water Pump / Generator Drive Belt Removal and
Installation”.
2) Check belt for tension. Belt is in proper tension when
it deflects the following specification under thumb
pressure (about 10kg or 22 lb.).
If belt tension is out of specification, go to next steps.
Water pump / generator drive belt tension
“a”
Existing belt: 4.5 – 5.5 mm (0.18 – 0.22 in.) as
deflection / 10 kg (22 lbs)
New belt: 4.0 – 4.5mm (0.16 – 0.18 in.) as
deflection / 10 kg (22 lbs)
1. Battery 4. Retainer
2. Positive cable 5. Nut
3. Negative cable
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4
3
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Step 2. DTC check, record and clearance
First, referring to “DTC Check”, check DTC and pending
DTC. If DTC exists, print or write down DTC and then
clear malfunction DTC(s) by referring to “DTC
Clearance”. Malfunction DTC indicates malfunction in
the system but it is not possible to know from it whether
the malfunction is occurring now or it occurred in the
past and normal condition has been restored. In order to
know that, check symptom in question according to Step
5 and then recheck DTC according to Step 6.
Diagnosing a trouble based on the DTC in this step only
or failure to clear the DTC in this step may result in an
faulty diagnosis, trouble diagnosis of a normal circuit or
difficulty in troubleshooting which is otherwise
unnecessary.
Step 3 and 4. Visual inspection
As a preliminary step, be sure to perform visual check of
the items that support proper function of the 4WD control
system referring to “Visual Inspection”.
Step 5. Trouble symptom confirmation
Check trouble symptoms based on information obtained
in “Step 1. Customer complaint analysis: ” and “Step 2.
DTC check, record and clearance: ”.
Also, reconfirm DTC according to “DTC Confirmation
Procedure” described in each DTC flow.
Step 6 and 7. Rechecking and record of DTC
Refer to “DTC Check” for checking procedure.
Step 8. 4WD control symptom diagnosis
Check the parts of the system suspected as a possible
cause referring to “4WD Control Symptom Diagnosis”.
Step 9. Troubleshooting for DTC
Based on the DTC indicated in Step 6 / 7 and referring to
“applicable DTC flow”, locate the cause of the trouble,
namely in a sensor, switch, wire harness, connector,
coupling assembly, 4WD control module or other part
and repair or replace faulty parts.
Step 10. Check for intermittent problem
Check parts where an intermittent trouble is easy to
occur (e.g. wire harness, connector, etc.), referring to
“Intermittent and Poor Connection Inspection in Section
00” and related circuit of DTC recorded in Step 2.
Step 11. Final confirmation test
Confirm that the problem symptom has gone and the
vehicle is free from any abnormal conditions. If what has
been repaired is related to the malfunction DTC, clear
the DTC once and check to ensure that no malfunction
DTC is indicated.4WD Position Indicator Operation CheckS6RW0D3204002
1) Turn ignition switch to OFF position.
2) Check that 4WD position indicators turn on for about
2 seconds and then turns off.
If any faulty condition is found, proceed to “4WD
Position Indicator Does Not Come ON at Ignition
Switch ON but Engine Stops” or “4WD Position
Indicator Remains ON Steady at Ignition Switch ON”.
4WD Control System Operation InspectionS6RW0D3204003
NOTE
• It automatically changes into “4WD-auto”
position, when the vehicle speed becomes
specified speed or more at “4WD-lock”
position. It is “4WD-auto” position until
switch will be selected to “4WD-lock”
position at next time.
• When ABS operates while changed of each
position, it is discontinued of change. End
of the ABS operation, and then returned to
the position of before.

1) Inspect switch operation from “4WD-auto” to “2WD”
as follows.
a) Start engine.
b) Push 2WD/4WD switch to “2WD” position.
c) Check that 4WD AUTO indicator and 4WD
LOCK indicator not come ON.
2) Inspect switch operation from “2WD” to “4WD-auto”
as follows.
a) Start engine.
b) Push 2WD/4WD switch to “AUTO” position.
c) Check that 4WD AUTO indicator comes ON
steady and 4WD LOCK indicator not come ON.
3) Inspect switch operation from “4WD-auto” to “4WD-
lock” as follows.
a) Start engine.
b) Push 2WD/4WD switch to “LOCK” position, and
keep it for 3 seconds or more.
c) Check that 4WD AUTO indicator not come ON
and 4WD LOCK indicator comes ON steady.
4) Inspect switch operation from “4WD-lock” to “4WD-
auto” as follows.
a) Start engine.
b) Push 2WD/4WD switch to “AUTO” position.
c) Check that 4WD AUTO indicator comes ON
steady and 4WD LOCK indicator not come ON.

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Section 5
CONTENTS
Transmission / Transaxle
Precautions ................................................. 5-1
Precautions............................................................. 5-1
Precautions on Transmission / Transaxle ............. 5-1
Automatic Transmission/Transaxle ....... 5A-1
Precautions........................................................... 5A-1
Precautions in Diagnosing Trouble ..................... 5A-1
Precautions for Disassembly and
Reassembly ...................................................... 5A-1
General Description ............................................. 5A-3
A/T Description ................................................... 5A-3
Clutch / Brake / Planetary Gear Function of
Automatic Transaxle ......................................... 5A-6
Table of Component Operation ........................... 5A-7
A/T Diagnosis General Description ..................... 5A-7
On-Board Diagnostic System Description ........... 5A-8
CAN Communication System Description........... 5A-9
Schematic and Routing Diagram ...................... 5A-10
Transmission Control Module (TCM) Wiring
Diagram .......................................................... 5A-10
Automatic Gear Shift Table ............................... 5A-12
Component Location ......................................... 5A-14
Electronic Shift Control System Components
Location .......................................................... 5A-14
Diagnostic Information and Procedures .......... 5A-16
A/T System Check ............................................ 5A-16
Visual Inspection ............................................... 5A-18
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Check .......... 5A-19
Transmission Warning Light Check (Non-
Euro-OBD model) ........................................... 5A-19
DTC Table ......................................................... 5A-19
DTC Check ....................................................... 5A-21
DTC Clearance ................................................. 5A-22
Fail-Safe Table .................................................. 5A-22
Scan Tool Data ................................................. 5A-24
A/T Basic Check ............................................... 5A-27
Road Test ......................................................... 5A-27
Manual Road Test ............................................. 5A-30
Engine Brake Test ............................................ 5A-30
Stall Test ........................................................... 5A-31
Time Lag Test ................................................... 5A-32
Line Pressure Test ............................................ 5A-32
“P” Range Test.................................................. 5A-33
A/T Symptom Diagnosis ................................... 5A-34Transmission Warning Light Circuit Check –
Light Remains “ON” at Ignition Switch ON
(Non-Euro-OBD Model)................................... 5A-41
Transmission Warning Light Circuit Check –
Light Does Not Come “ON” at Ignition Switch
ON (Non-Euro-OBD Model)............................ 5A-41
DTC P0602: Control Module Programming
Error ................................................................ 5A-42
DTC P0705: Transmission Range Sensor
Circuit Malfunction (PRNDL Input) .................. 5A-42
DTC P0707: Transmission Range Sensor
Circuit Low ...................................................... 5A-44
DTC P0711: Transmission Fluid Temperature
Sensor “A” Control Range / Performance ....... 5A-46
DTC P0712: Transmission Fluid Temperature
Sensor Circuit Low .......................................... 5A-47
DTC P0713: Transmission Fluid Temperature
Sensor Circuit High ......................................... 5A-48
DTC P0717: Input / Turbine Speed Sensor
Circuit Malfunction........................................... 5A-50
DTC P0722: Output Speed Sensor (VSS)
Circuit No Signal ............................................. 5A-51
DTC P0741 / P0742: TCC Circuit
Performance or Stuck OFF / TCC Circuit
Stuck ON ......................................................... 5A-53
DTC P0751 / P0752 / P0756 / P0757: Shift
Solenoid Malfunction ....................................... 5A-54
DTC P0787: Shift / Timing Solenoid Control
Circuit Low ...................................................... 5A-55
DTC P0788: Shift / Timing Solenoid Control
Circuit High...................................................... 5A-57
DTC P0961: Pressure Control Solenoid “A”
Control Circuit Range / Performance .............. 5A-58
DTC P0962: Pressure Control Solenoid
Control Circuit Low .......................................... 5A-60
DTC P0963: Pressure Control Solenoid
Control Circuit High ......................................... 5A-62
DTC P0973 / P0976: Shift Solenoid-A (No.1)
Control Circuit Low / Shift Solenoid-B (No.2)
Control Circuit Low .......................................... 5A-64
DTC P0974 / P0977: Shift Solenoid-A (No.1)
/ Shift Solenoid-B (No.2) Control Circuit High .. 5A-66
DTC P1702: Internal Control Module Memory
Check Sum Error............................................. 5A-68

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DTC P1723: Range Select Switch
Malfunction ...................................................... 5A-68
DTC P1878: Torque Converter Clutch
Shudder .......................................................... 5A-69
DTC P2762: Torque Converter Clutch (TCC)
Pressure Control Solenoid Control Circuit
Range / Performance ...................................... 5A-70
DTC P2763: Torque Converter Clutch (TCC)
Pressure Control Solenoid Control Circuit
High ................................................................. 5A-72
DTC P2764: Torque Converter Clutch (TCC)
Circuit Pressure Control Solenoid Control
Circuit Low ...................................................... 5A-74
DTC U0073: Control Module Communication
Bus Off ............................................................ 5A-76
DTC U0100: Lost Communication with ECM /
PCM “A” .......................................................... 5A-76
Inspection of TCM and Its Circuits .................... 5A-76
TCM Power and Ground Circuit Check ............. 5A-80
Brake Interlock System Inspection .................... 5A-81
Repair Instructions ............................................5A-82
Learning Control Initialization ............................ 5A-82
A/T Fluid Level Check ....................................... 5A-82
A/T Fluid Change .............................................. 5A-83
Select Lever Components ................................. 5A-84
Select Lever Assembly Removal and
Installation ....................................................... 5A-84
Select Lever Knob Installation........................... 5A-84
Select Lever Inspection ..................................... 5A-85
“3” Position Switch Inspection ........................... 5A-85
Shift Lock Solenoid Inspection .......................... 5A-85
Shift Lock Solenoid Replacement ..................... 5A-85
Select Cable Components ................................ 5A-86
Select Cable Removal and Installation ............. 5A-86
Select Cable Adjustment ................................... 5A-86
Key Interlock Cable Removal and Installation... 5A-87
Transmission Range Sensor Inspection and
Adjustment ...................................................... 5A-89
Output Shaft Speed Sensor (VSS) Removal
and Installation ................................................ 5A-90
Output Shaft Speed Sensor (VSS) Inspection .. 5A-90
Input Shaft Speed Sensor Removal and
Installation ....................................................... 5A-91
Input Shaft Speed Sensor Inspection................ 5A-91
Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor
Removal and Installation ................................. 5A-91
Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor
Inspection ........................................................ 5A-92
Solenoid Valves (Shift Solenoid Valves and
Timing Solenoid Valve) Removal and
Installation ....................................................... 5A-92
Solenoid Valves (Shift Solenoid Valves and
Timing Solenoid Valve) Inspection .................. 5A-94
Pressure Control Solenoid Valves (Pressure
Control Solenoid and TCC Solenoid)
Removal and Installation ................................. 5A-95
Pressure Control Solenoid Valves Inspection ... 5A-96
Transmission Control Module (TCM)
Removal and Installation ................................. 5A-97
A/T Relay Inspection ......................................... 5A-97Differential Side Oil Seal Replacement ............. 5A-98
A/T Fluid Cooler Hoses Replacement ............... 5A-98
Automatic Transaxle Unit Components............. 5A-99
Automatic Transaxle Unit Dismounting and
Remounting ................................................... 5A-100
Automatic Transaxle Assembly Components . 5A-102
Automatic Transaxle Unit Disassembly........... 5A-104
Oil Pump Assembly Components ................... 5A-116
Oil Pump Assembly Disassembly and
Reassembly .................................................. 5A-116
Oil Pump Assembly Inspection ....................... 5A-117
Direct Clutch Assembly Components.............. 5A-119
Direct Clutch Assembly Preliminary Check ..... 5A-119
Direct Clutch Assembly Disassembly and
Reassembly .................................................. 5A-120
Direct Clutch Assembly Inspection.................. 5A-122
Forward and Reverse Clutch Assembly
Components .................................................. 5A-123
Forward and Reverse Clutch Assembly
Preliminary Check ......................................... 5A-123
Forward and Reverse Clutch Assembly
Disassembly and Reassembly ...................... 5A-124
Forward and Reverse Clutch Assembly
Inspection ...................................................... 5A-127
2nd Brake Piston Assembly Components ....... 5A-128
2nd Brake Piston Assembly Disassembly and
Reassembly .................................................. 5A-128
Transaxle Rear Cover (O/D and 2nd Coast
Brake Piston) Assembly Components........... 5A-129
Transaxle Rear Cover (O/D and 2nd Coast
Brake Piston) Assembly Disassembly and
Reassembly .................................................. 5A-130
Transaxle Rear Cover (O/D and 2nd Coast
Brake Piston) Assembly Inspection............... 5A-131
Countershaft Assembly Components.............. 5A-132
Countershaft Assembly Disassembly and
Reassembly .................................................. 5A-132
Valve Body Assembly Components ................ 5A-133
Valve Body Assembly Disassembly and
Reassembly .................................................. 5A-134
Differential Assembly Components ................. 5A-135
Differential Assembly Disassembly and
Reassembly .................................................. 5A-136
Differential Assembly Inspection ..................... 5A-137
Torque Converter Housing Disassembly and
Reassembly .................................................. 5A-138
Transaxle Case Disassembly and
Reassembly .................................................. 5A-140
Automatic Transaxle Unit Inspection and
Adjustment .................................................... 5A-141
Automatic Transaxle Unit Assembly ............... 5A-144
Specifications ...................................................5A-161
Tightening Torque Specifications .................... 5A-161
Special Tools and Equipment .........................5A-162
Recommended Service Material ..................... 5A-162
Special Tool .................................................... 5A-162
Manual Transmission/Transaxle ............ 5B-1
General Description .............................................5B-1
Manual Transaxle Construction .......................... 5B-1

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Transmission / Transaxle
Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
Precautions
Precautions in Diagnosing TroubleS6RW0D5100001
• Do not disconnect couplers from TCM, battery cable
from battery, TCM ground wire harness from engine or
main fuse before checking the diagnostic information
(DTC, freeze frame data, etc.) stored in TCM memory.
Such disconnection will clear memorized information
in TCM memory.
• Diagnostic information stored in TCM memory can be
cleared as well as checked by using SUZUKI scan
tool or CAN communication OBD generic scan tool.
Before using scan tool, read its Operator’s
(Instruction) Manual carefully to have good
understanding as to what functions are available and
how to use it.
It is indistinguishable which module turns on MIL
because not only ECM but also TCM turns on MIL.
Therefore, check both ECM and TCM for DTC when
MIL lights on.
When checking TCM for DTC, keep in mind that DTC
is displayed on the scan tool as follows depending on
the scan tool used.
– SUZUKI scan tool displays DTC detected by TCM.
– CAN communication OBD generic scan tool
displays DTC detected by each of ECM and TCM
simultaneously.
• Be sure to read “Precautions for Electrical Circuit
Service in Section 00” before inspection and observe
what is written there.
• TCM replacement
– When substituting a known-good TCM, check that
all relays and actuators have resistance of
specified value.
Neglecting this check may result in damage to good
TCM.
• Communication of ECM, BCM, combination meter,
keyless start control module (if equipped), ABS
control module, 4WD control module (if equipped),
TCM and DLC, is established by CAN (Controller
Area Network). (For more detail of CAN
communication for ECM, refer to “CAN
Communication System Description”). Therefore,
handle CAN communication line with care referring to
“Precaution for CAN Communication System in
Section 00”.
Precautions for Disassembly and ReassemblyS6RW0D5100002
When repairing automatic transaxle, it is necessary to
conduct the on-vehicle test to investigate where the
cause of the trouble lies first.
Then whether overhaul should be done or not is
determined. If the transaxle is disassembled without
such preliminary procedure, not only the cause of the
trouble would be unknown, but also a secondary trouble
may occur and often time would be wasted.
As the automatic transaxle consists of high precision
component, the following cautions should be strictly
observed when handling its parts in disassembly and
reassembly.
• Disassembling valve body assembly is prohibited
essentially. However, a few parts can be
disassembled. When disassembling valve body
component parts, confirm whether their parts are
allowed to disassemble or not referring to “Valve Body
Assembly Disassembly and Reassembly”.
• When component part of forward clutch, direct clutch,
2nd brake and/or O/D and 2nd coast brake, namely
clutch disc, brake disc, retaining plate and/or
separator plate, have been replaced, all learned
contents, which have been stored in TCM memory by
executing learning control, should be initialized
referring to “Learning Control Initialization”.
• Make sure to wash dirt off from the transaxle so that
no such dirt will enter the transaxle during
dismounting and remounting.
• Select a clean place free from dust and dirt for
overhauling.
• Place a rubber mat on the work bench to protect parts
from damage.
• Work gloves or shop cloth should not be used. (Use a
nylon cloth or a paper towel.)
• When separating the case joint, do not pry with a
screwdriver or such but tap with a plastic hammer
lightly.
• Make sure to wash dirt off from the transaxle so that
no such dirt will enter the transaxle during
disassembly and reassembly.
• Wash the disassembled parts in ATF (Automatic
Transaxle Fluid) or kerosene (using care not to allow
ATF or kerosene to get on your face, etc.) and confirm
that each fluid passage is not clogged by blowing air
into it. But use kerosene to wash the discs, resin
washers and rubber parts.
• Replace each gasket, oil seal and O-ring with a new
one.
• Apply ATF to sliding or rotating parts before
reassembly.

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CAUTION!
• Keep component parts in group for each
subassembly and avoid mixing them up.
• Clean all parts with cleaning solvent
thoroughly and air dry them.
• Use kerosene or automatic transaxle fluid
as cleaning solvent.
• Do not use wiping cloths or rags to clean
or dry parts.
• All oil passages should be blown out and
checked to make sure that they are not
obstructed.
• Keep face and eyes away from solvent
spray while air blowing parts.
• Check mating surface for irregularities and
remove them, if any, and clean it again.
• Soak new clutch discs and brake discs in
transaxle fluid for at least 2 hours before
assembly.
• Replace all gaskets and O-ring with new
ones.
• Apply automatic transaxle fluid to all O-
rings.
• When installing seal ring, be careful so that
it is not expanded excessively, extruded or
caught.
• Replace oil seals that are removed and
apply grease to their lips.
• Before installing, be sure to apply
automatic transaxle fluid to sliding, rolling
and thrusting surface of all component
part. Also after installation, make sure to
check each part for proper operation.
• Always use torque wrench when
tightening bolts.

• A new discs should be soaked in ATF at least 2 hours
before use.Part Inspection and Correction Table
Part Inspect for Correction
Casted part,
machined partSmall flaw, burr Remove with oil
stone.
Deep or grooved
flawReplace part.
Clogged fluid
passageClean with air or
wire.
Flaw on installing
surface, residual
gasketRemove with oil
stone or replace
part.
Crack Replace part.
Bearing Unsmooth rotation Replace.
Streak, pitting, flaw,
crackReplace.
Bushing, thrust
washerFlaw, burr, wear,
burningReplace.
Oil seal, gasket Flawed or
hardened seal ringReplace.
Worn seal ring on
its periphery or sideReplace.
Piston seal ring, oil
seal, gasket, etc.Replace.
Gear Flaw, burr Replace.
Worn gear tooth Replace.
Splined part Burr, flaw, torsion Correct with oil
stone or replace.
Snap ring Wear, flaw,
distortionReplace.
No interference Replace.
Thread Burr Replace.
Damage Replace.
Spring Settling, sign of
burningReplace.
Friction plate Wear, burning,
distortion,
damaged clawReplace.
Separator
plate, retaining
plateWear, burning,
distortion,
damaged clawReplace.
Sealing
surface (where
lip contacts)Flaw, rough
surface, stepped
wear, foreign
materialReplace.

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General Description
A/T DescriptionS6RW0D5101001
This automatic transaxle is electronic control full automatic transaxle with forward 3-speed plus overdrive (O/D) and
reverse 1-speed.
The torque converter is a 3-element, 1-step and 2-phase type and is equipped with an automatically controlled lock-up
mechanism.
The gear change device consists of a ravigneau type planetary gear unit, 3 multiple disc type clutches, 3 multiple disc
type brakes and 2 one-way clutches.
The hydraulic pressure control device consists of a valve body assembly, pressure control solenoid valve (linear
solenoid), 2 shift solenoid valves, TCC solenoid valve (TCC pressure control solenoid valve) (linear solenoid) and a
timing solenoid valve. Optimum line pressure complying with engine torque is produced by the pressure control
solenoid valve in dependence upon control signal from transmission control module (TCM). This makes it possible to
control the line pressure with high accuracy in accordance with the engine power and running conditions to achieve
smooth shifting characteristics and high efficiency.
A clutch-to-clutch control system is provided for shifting between 3rd gear and 4th gear. This clutch-to-clutch control
system is made to function optimally, so that hydraulic pressure controls such as shown below are conducted.
• When upshifting from 3rd gear to 4th gear, to adjust the drain hydraulic pressure at releasing the forward clutch, a
timing solenoid valve is used to switch a hydraulic passage with an orifice to another during shifting.
• When downshifting from 4th gear to 3rd gear, to adjust the line pressure applied to the forward clutch at engaging
the forward clutch, a timing solenoid valve is used to switch a hydraulic passage with an orifice to another during
shifting.
• When upshifting from 3rd gear to 4th gear with engine throttle opened, to optimize the line pressure applied to the
forward clutch at releasing the forward clutch, the learning control is processed to compensate the switching timing
of the timing solenoid at every shifting.
• When downshifting from 4th gear to 3rd gear with engine throttle opened, to optimize the line pressure applied to
the forward clutch at engaging the forward clutch, the learning control is processed to compensate the line pressure
at every shifting.
Employing the ravigneau type planetary gear unit and this clutch-to-clutch control system greatly simplifies the
construction to make possible a lightweight and compact transaxle.
A line pressure learning control is conducted to provide optimum shifting time at every upshifting with engine throttle
opened. If long upshifting time is detected, the subsequent line pressure applied during upshifting is intensified. On the
contrary, if short upshifting time is detected, the subsequent line pressure applied during upshifting is weakened.