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AGENERAL INFORMATIONGIGeneral Information
BENGINEEMEngine Mechanical
LUEngine Lubrication System
COEngine Cooling System
ECEngine Control System
FLFuel System
EXExhaust System
ACCAccelerator Control System
CTRANSMISSION/
TRANSAXLECLClutch System
MTManual Transaxle
ATAutomatic Transaxle
CVTCVT
DDRIVELINE/AXLEFAXFront Axle
RAXRear Axle
ESUSPENSIONFSUFront Suspension
RSURear Suspension
WTRoad Wheels & Tires
FBRAKESBRBrake System
PBParking Brake System
BRCBrake Control System
GSTEERINGPSPower Steering System
STCSteering Control System
HRESTRAINTSSBSeat Belts
SRSSupplemental Restraint System (SRS)
IBODYBLBody, Lock & Security System
GWGlasses, Window System & Mirrors
RFRoof
EIExterior & Interior
IPInstrument Panel
SESeat
JAIR CONDITIONERMTCManual Air Conditioner
KELECTRICALSCStarting & Charging System
LTLighting System
DIDriver Information System
WWWiper, Washer & Horn
BCSBody Control System
LANLAN System
AVAudio Visual, Navigation & Telephone System
ACSAuto Cruise Control System
PGPower Supply, Ground & Circuit Elements
LMAINTENANCEMAMaintenance
Edition: May 2007
Revision: May 2007
Publication No. SM8E-1C11U0
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A/T FLUID
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A/T FLUID
Checking A/T FluidINFOID:0000000001703158
1. Warm up engine.
2. Check for A/T fluid leakage.
3. Before driving, A/T fluid level can be checked at A/T fluid tem-
peratures of 30 to 50°C (86 to 122°F) using the “COLD” range
on A/T fluid level gauge.
a. Park vehicle on level surface and set parking brake.
b. Start engine and move selector lever through each gear posi-
tion. Leave selector lever in “P” position.
c. Check A/T fluid level with engine idling.
d. Remove A/T fluid level gauge and wipe clean with lint-free cloth.
CAUTION:
When wiping the A/T fluid level gauge, always use lint-free
cloth.
e. Re-insert A/T fluid level gauge into A/T fluid charging pipe as far
as it will go.
CAUTION:
Firmly fix the A/T fluid level gauge to the A/T fluid charging
pipe using the stopper attached.
f. Remove A/T fluid level gauge and note reading. If reading is at
low side of range, add A/T fluid to the A/T fluid charging pipe.
CAUTION:
Do not overfill.
4. Drive vehicle for approximately 5 minutes.
5. Re-check A/T fluid level at A/T fluid temperatures of 50 to 80°C (122 to 176°F) using “HOT” range on A/T
fluid level gauge.
CAUTION:
• When wiping the A/T fluid level gauge, always use lint-free cloth.
• Firmly fix the A/T fluid level gauge to the A/T fluid charging pipe using the stopper attached.
6. Check A/T fluid condition and make any necessary repairs. Refer to AT-48, "
Inspections Before Trouble
Diagnosis". If the A/T fluid contains frictional material (clutches, bands, etc.), or if the A/T is repaired, over-
hauled, or replaced, inspect and clean the A/T fluid cooler mounted in the radiator. Refer to AT-16, "
A/T
Fluid Cooler Cleaning".
7. Install the removed A/T fluid level gauge into the A/T fluid charging pipe.
CAUTION:
Firmly fix the A/T fluid level gauge to the A/T fluid charging pipe using the stopper attached.
Changing A/T FluidINFOID:0000000001703159
1. Warm up A/T fluid.
2. Stop engine.
3. Drain A/T fluid by removing the drain plug. Reinstall the drain plug to the specified torque.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse drain plug gasket.
4. Refill the transaxle with new specified A/T fluid through the A/T fluid charging pipe. Always refill the tran-
saxle with the same volume of A/T fluid that was drained out.
SCIA3451E
SMA051D
Drain plug: Refer to AT-230, "Component".
AT-20
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A/T CONTROL SYSTEM
FUNCTION OF CLUTCH AND BRAKE
CLUTCH AND BAND CHART
1. Torque converter 2. Oil pump 3. Input shaft
4. Brake band 5. Reverse clutch 6. High clutch
7. Front sun gear 8. Front pinion gear 9. Front internal gear
10. Front planetary carrier 11. Rear sun gear 12. Rear pinion gear
13. Rear internal gear 14. Rear planetary carrier 15. Forward clutch
16. Forward one-way clutch 17. Overrun clutch 18. Low one-way clutch
19. Low & reverse brake 20. Parking pawl 21. Parking gear
22. Output shaft 23. Idle gear 24. Output gear
SAT998I
Clutch and brake components Abbr. Function
5Reverse clutch R/C To transmit input power to front sun gear 7.
6High clutch H/C To transmit input power to front planetary carrier 10.
15Forward clutch F/C To connect front planetary carrier 10 with forward one-way clutch 16.
17Overrun clutch O/C To connect front planetary carrier 10 with rear internal gear 13.
4Brake band B/B To lock front sun gear 7.
16Forward one-way clutch F/O.CWhen forward clutch 15 is engaged, to stop rear internal gear 13 from rotating in
opposite direction against engine revolution.
18Low one-way clutch L/O.CTo stop front planetary carrier 10 from rotating in opposite direction against en-
gine revolution.
19Low & reverse brake L & R/B To lock front planetary carrier 10.
Shift posi-
tionR/C
5H/C
6F/C
15O/C
17Band servo
F/O.C
16L/O.C
18L&R/B
19Lock-
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2nd
apply3rd re-
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PPA R K
POSITION
RREVERSE
POSITION
NNEUTRAL
POSITION
D*4 1st *1D B B
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM
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• *1: Operates when OD OFF. (OD OFF indicator lamp is on.)
• *2: Oil pressure is applied to both 2nd “apply” side and 3rd “release” side of band servo piston. However, brake band does not contract
because oil pressure area on the “release” side is greater than that on the “apply” side.
• *3: Oil pressure is applied to 4th “apply” side on condition *2 above, and brake band contracts.
• *4: A/T will not shift to 4th when OD OFF. (OD OFF indicator lamp is on.)
• : Operates.
• A: Operates when throttle opening is less than specification**, activating engine brake.
• B: Operates during “progressive” acceleration.
• C: Operates but does not affect power transmission.
• D: Operates when throttle opening is less than specification**, but does not affect engine brake.
- **: Overrun clutch remains in engaged condition when throttle opening is less than 1/16.
POWER TRANSMISSION
“N” and “P” Positions
• “N” position
Power from the input shaft is not transmitted to the output shaft because the clutches do not operate.
• “P” position
Similar to the “N” position, the clutches do not operate. The parking pawl engages with the parking gear to
mechanically hold the output shaft so that the power train is locked.
“11” Position
2nd *1A BAutomatic
shift
3rd *1A *2C C B
*11 ⇔ 2 ⇔ 3
⇔ 4
4th C *3C C
21stBB
Automatic
shift
1 ⇔ 2 ⇐ 3 2ndB
3rd *2C C B
11stBB
Locks (held
stationary)
in 1st speed
1 ⇐ 2 ⇐ 3 2ndB
3rd *2C C B Shift posi-
tionR/C
5H/C
6F/C
15O/C
17Band servo
F/O.C
16L/O.C
18L&R/B
19Lock-
upRemarks
2nd
apply3rd re-
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SAT991I
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Inspections Before Trouble Diagnosis
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A/T FLUID CHECK
Fluid Leakage and Fluid Level Check
Check fluid leakage and check the fluid level. Refer to MA-22, "Checking A/T Fluid".
Fluid Condition Check
Check the A/T fluid condition.
STALL TEST
Stall Test Procedure
1. Check ATF and engine oil levels. If necessary, add ATF and
engine oil.
2. Drive vehicle for approximately 10 minutes or until ATF and
engine oil reach operating temperature.
3. Set parking brake and block wheels.
4. Install a tachometer where it can be seen by driver during test.
•It is good practice to mark the point of specified engine
rpm on indicator.
5. Start engine, apply foot brake, and place selector lever in “D”
position.
Fluid status Conceivable Cause Required Operation
Varnished (viscous
varnish state)Clutch, brake
scorchedReplace the ATF and check the A/T
main unit and the vehicle for mal-
functions (wire harnesses, cooler
pipes, etc.)
Milky white or
cloudyWater in the ATFReplace the ATF and check for plac-
es where water is getting in.
Large amount of
metal powder mixed
inUnusual wear of
sliding parts within
A/TReplace the ATF and check for im-
proper operation of the A/T.
SAT638A
ATF operating temperature: 50 - 80°C (122 - 176°F)
SAT647B
SAT513G
SAT775B
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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Location of line pressure test ports are shown in the figure.
•Always replace pressure plugs as they are self-sealing bolts.
Line Pressure Test Procedure
1. Check ATF and engine oil levels. If necessary, add ATF or
engine oil.
2. Drive vehicle for approx. 10 minutes or until engine oil and ATF
reach operating temperature.
3. Install oil pressure gauge to corresponding line pressure test
port.
4. Set parking brake and block wheels.
5. Start engine and measure line pressure at idle and stall speed.
CAUTION:
• Keep the brake pedal pressed all the way down during
measurement.
• When measuring the line pressure at the stall speed, refer
to "STALL TEST".
SCIA7187E
ATF operating temperature: 50 - 80°C (122 -176°F)
SAT647B
SCIA6528J
SAT513G
SAT493G
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
2. Move selector lever to “R”, “D”, “2” or “1” position.
3. Turn ignition switch to “START” position.
Is engine started?
YES >> • Stop “Road Test”. Mark the box on the AT-40, "How to
Perform Trouble Diagnosis for Quick and Accurate
Repair" .
•Go to AT-178, "
Engine Cannot Be Started in "P" and
"N" Position" .
• Continue “Road Test”.
NO >> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK VEHICLE MOVE
1. Move selector lever to “P” position.
2. Turn ignition switch OFF.
3. Release parking brake.
4. Push vehicle forward or backward.
Does vehicle move when it is pushed forward or backyard?
YES >> • Mark the box on the AT-40, "How to Perform Trouble
Diagnosis for Quick and Accurate Repair" .
•Go to AT-179, "
In "P" Position, Vehicle Moves Forward
or Backward When Pushed" .
• Continue “Road Test”.
NO >> GO TO 4.
4.CHECK VEHICLE MOVE
1. Apply parking brake.
2. Start engine.
3. Move selector lever to “N” position.
4. Release parking brake.
Does vehicle move forward or backward?
YES >> • Mark the box on the AT-40, "How to Perform Trouble
Diagnosis for Quick and Accurate Repair" .
•Go to AT-179, "
In "N" Position, Vehicle Moves" .
• Continue “Road Test”.
NO >> GO TO 5.
5.CHECK SHIFT SHOCK
SAT770B
SAT768B
SAT796A
SAT771B
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Slips/Will Not EngageRaces extremely fast
or slips in changing
from D
3 to D2 when
depressing accelera-
tor pedal. ON vehicle1. A/T fluid levelMA-22
2. Accelerator pedal position sensor EC-493
3. Line pressure testAT- 4 8
4. Line pressure solenoid valveAT- 1 2 9
5. Shift solenoid valve BAT- 1 3 9
6. Control valve assemblyAT- 2 1 6
OFF vehicle7. Brake bandAT- 3 0 78. High clutchAT- 2 8 4
Races extremely fast
or slips in changing
from D
4 or D3 to D 1
when depressing ac-
celerator pedal.ON vehicle1. A/T fluid levelMA-22
2. Accelerator pedal position sensorEC-493
3. Line pressure testAT- 4 8
4. Line pressure solenoid valveAT- 1 2 9
5. Shift solenoid valve AAT- 1 3 4
6. Shift solenoid valve BAT- 1 3 9
7. Control valve assemblyAT- 2 1 6
OFF vehicle8. Forward clutchAT- 2 8 89. Forward one-way clutchAT- 2 9 9
10. Low one-way clutchAT- 2 4 0
Vehicle will not run in
any position.ON vehicle1. A/T fluid levelMA-22
2. Control cable adjustmentAT- 2 0 7
3. Line pressure testAT- 4 8
4. Line pressure solenoid valveAT- 1 2 9
OFF vehicle5. Oil pumpAT- 2 6 0
6. High clutchAT- 2 8 4
7. Brake bandAT- 3 0 7
8. Low & reverse brakeAT- 2 9 5
9. Torque converterAT- 2 4 0
10. Parking componentsAT- 2 3 0
OthersEngine cannot be
started in “P” and “N”
positions.
AT- 1 7 8
ON vehicle1. Ignition switch and starterPG-3
, SC-8
2. Control cable adjustmentAT- 2 0 7
3. PNP switch adjustmentAT- 2 1 9
Engine starts in posi-
tions other than “P”
and “N”.ON vehicle1. Control cable adjustmentAT- 2 0 7
2. PNP switch adjustmentAT- 2 1 9
Transaxle noise in“ P”
and “N” positions.ON vehicle1. A/T fluid levelMA-22
2. Line pressure testAT- 4 8
3. Accelerator pedal position sensorEC-493
4. Vehicle speed sensor·A/T (Revolution sensor)
and vehicle speed sensor·MTRAT- 9 6, AT- 1 4 9
OFF vehicle5. Oil pumpAT- 2 6 06. Torque converterAT- 2 4 0
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