CVT CONTROL SYSTEMTM-175
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Other No creep at all. 243789101112 5613141
Vehicle cannot run in any position. 8 256791011 3412131
With selector lever in D position,
driving is not possible. 8 256791011 3412131
With selector lever in R position,
driving is not possible. 8 256791011 3412131
Judder occurs during lock-up. 2 6 3 4 5 7 8 1
Strange noise in D position. 2 3 4 1
Strange noise in R position. 2 3 4 1
Strange noise in N position. 2 3 4 1
Vehicle does not decelerate by en-
gine brake. 73 456 2 81
Maximum speed low. 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 11 4 10 1
With selector lever in P position, ve-
hicle does not enter parking condi-
tion or, with selector lever in another
position, parking condition is not
cancelled. 12
Vehicle runs with CVT in P position. 1 3 4 2
Vehicle runs with CVT in N position. 1 3 4 2
Engine stall. 26 34 8957 101
Engine stalls when selector lever
shifted N → D or R. 26 34 5 71
Engine speed does not return to
idle. 24 3 51
Engine does not start in N or P posi-
tion. 321
Engine starts in positions other than
N or P. 321
Symptom
Engine system
CAN communication line (U1000)
Transmission range switch (P0705, P0706)
Input speed sensor (P0717)
Primary speed sensor (P0715)
Output speed sensor (P2765)
CVT fluid temperature sensor (P0711, P0712, P0713)
Primary pressure sensor (P084C, P084D)
Secondary pressure sensor (P0841, P0847, P0848)
Torque converter clutch solenoid valve (P0740, P0743, P0744)
Stall te st
CVT position
Power supply
Control valve
CVT fluid level and state
Ignition switch and starter
EC-105
TM-60TM-86TM-180TM-164TM-186TM-84
PG-19
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STR-6
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TM-176
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CVT CONTROL SYSTEM
Symptom Table 2
Symptom
Torque converter
Transmission range switch
Oil pump
Forward clutch
Reverse brake
Planetary gear
Bearings
Parking mechanism
Stop lamp switch
Shift lock solenoid
CVT shift selector
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TM-206BR-13TM-170TM-179
Shift Shock
Large shock (N
→ D position) 2 1
Large shock (N → R position) 2 1
Shock is too large for lock-up. 1
Slips/Will
Not Engage Vehicle cannot be started from D
position. 312
Vehicle cannot be started from R
position. 41 2 3
Does not lock-up. 1 3 2
Does not hold lock-up condition. 1 3 2
Lock-up is not released. 1 2
With selector lever in D position,
acceleration is extremely poor. 13 2
With selector lever in R position,
acceleration is extremely poor. 142 3
Slips at lock-up. 1 2
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CVT CONTROL SYSTEMTM-177
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Other No creep at all. 1 6 2 4 5 3
Vehicle cannot run in all posi-
tions. 124536
With selector lever in D position,
driving is not possible. 12435
With selector lever in R position,
driving is not possible. 12435
Judder occurs during lock-up. 1
Strange noise in D position. 1 2 4 3 5
Strange noise in R position. 1 2 4 3
Strange noise in N position. 1 2 3
Maximum speed low. 1 5 2 4 3
With selector lever in P position,
vehicle does not enter parking
condition or, with selector lever in
another position, parking condi-
tion is not cancelled. 1
Vehicle runs with CVT in P posi-
tion. 21
Vehicle runs with CVT in N posi-
tion. 231
Engine stall. 1
Engine stalls when selector lever
shifted N → D or R. 1
When brake pedal is depressed
with ignition switch ON, selector-
lever cannot be shifted from P po-
sition to other position. 123
When brake pedal is not de-
pressed with ignition switch ON,
selector lever can be shifted from
P position to other position. 123
Symptom
Torque converter
Transmission range switch
Oil pump
Forward clutch
Reverse brake
Planetary gear
Bearings
Parking mechanism
Stop lamp switch
Shift lock solenoid
CVT shift selector
TM-209
TM-206BR-13TM-170TM-179
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TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLYTM-207
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2. Disconnect the transaxle harness connectors.
3. Disconnect the CVT oil warmer water hoses from engine side. Refer to TM-199, "WATER HOSE :
Removal and Installation".
4. Remove the transaxle to engine and engine to transaxle bolts.
5. Remove the CVT fluid charging pipe.
6. Separate the engine from the transaxle assembly. Refer to EM-84, "Removal and Installation"
.
NOTE:
Using paint, put matching marks on the drive plate and torque converter when removing the torque con-
verter to drive plate nuts.
7. Remove transmission bracket.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Write down the serial number of the new transaxle assembly.
CAUTION:
• When replacing an engine or tr ansaxle you must make sure any dowels are installed correctly during
re-assembly.
• Improper alignment caused by missing dowels m ay cause vibration, oil leaks or breakage of driv-
etrain components.
• Do not reuse O-rings or copper sealing washers.
• When turning crankshaft, turn it clockwise as viewed from the front of the engine.
• When tightening the nuts for the torque converter while securing the crankshaft pulley bolt, be sure
to confirm the tightening torque of the crankshaft pulley bolt. Refer to EM-62, "Removal and Installa-
tion".
• After converter is installed to drive plate, rota te crankshaft several turns to check that CVT rotates
freely without binding.
• When installing the CVT to the engine, align the ma tching mark on the drive plate with the matching
mark on the torque converter.
When installing the CVT to the engine, attach the bolts in accor-
dance with the following standard.
• (A) : Transaxle assembly to engine assembly.
• (B) : Engine assembly to transaxle assembly.
Bolt No.123456
Number of
bolts 132212
JSDIA4208GB
ALDIA0040ZZ
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COMPONENT PARTSTM-219
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*: These components are included in control valve assembly.
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : TCMINFOID:0000000009464181
• The vehicle driving status is judged based on the signals from the sensors, switches, and other control units,
and the optimal transaxle control is performed.
• For TCM control items, refer to TM-232, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : System Description"
.
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Transmission Range SwitchINFOID:0000000009464182
• The transmission range switch is installed to upper part of transaxle case.
• The transmission range switch detects the selector lever position.
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Primary Speed SensorINFOID:0000000009464183
• The primary speed sensor is installed to side cover of transaxle.
• The primary speed sensor detects primary pulley speed.
Combination meter The TCM receives the following signal via CAN communications from the
combination meter for judging the driving request from the driver.
• Paddle shift up signal
• Paddle shift down signal
• Vehicle speed signal
The TCM transmits the following signal via CAN communications to the
combination meter.
• Shift position indicator signal
Refer to MWI-6, "METER SYSTEM : Component Parts Location"
for de-
tailed installation location.
O/D OFF indicator lamp When the ignition switch is pushed to the ON position, the light comes on
for 2 seconds.
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) TM-243, "DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)"
Shift position indicator TM-223, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Shift Position Indicator"
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)The TCM receives the following signal via CAN communications from the
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit).
• ABS operation signal
Refer to BRC-8, "Component Parts Location"
for detailed installation loca-
tion.
BCM Refer to
BCS-4, "BODY CONTROL SYSTEM : Component Parts Location"
for detailed installation location.
Transmission range switch TM-219, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Transmission Range Switch"
Input speed sensor TM-220, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Input Speed Sensor"
CVT unit connector —
Primary speed sensor TM-219, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Primary Speed Sensor"
Output speed sensor TM-220, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Output Speed Sensor"
Control
valve CVT fluid temperature sensor*
TM-221, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : CVT Fluid Temperature Sensor"
Primary pressure sensor* TM-221, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Primary Pressure Sensor"
Secondary pressure sensor* TM-222, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Secondary Pressure Sensor"
Primary pressure solenoid valve* TM-222, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Primary Pressure Solenoid Valve"
Secondary pressure solenoid valve* TM-222, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Seco ndary Pressure Solenoid Valve"
Select solenoid valve* TM-223, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Select Solenoid Valve"
Torque converter clutch solenoid
valve* TM-223, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Torq
ue Converter Clutch Solenoid
Va l v e "
Line pressure solenoid valve* TM-223, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Line Pressure Solenoid Valve"
Paddle shifter TM-223, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Paddle Shifter"
No. Component Function
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TM-228
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STRUCTURE AND OPERATION
The deceleration gears are composed of 2 stages: primar
y deceleration (output gear, idler gear pair) and sec-
ondary deceleration (reduction gear, final gear pair). All of these gears are helical gears.
The lubrication oil is the same as the CVT fluid which lubricates the entire transaxle.
TRANSAXLE : Oil Pressure System INFOID:0000000009464200
Oil pressure required for operation of the transaxle transmission mechanism is generated by oil pump, oil
pressure control valve, solenoid valve, etc.
JSDIA2427GB
JSDIA3786GB
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SYSTEMTM-233
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• CVT detects the vehicle driving status from switc hes, sensors and signals, and controls the vehicle so that
the optimum shift position and shift timing may always be achieved. It also controls the vehicle to reduce
shift and lockup shock, etc.
• Receives input signals from switches and sensors.
• Sends the output signal necessary for operation of so lenoid valves, and evaluates the line pressure, shift
timing, lockup operation, engine brake performance, etc.
• If a malfunction occurs on the electric system, activa te the fail-safe mode only to drive the vehicle.
LIST OF CONTROL ITEMS AND INPUT/OUTPUT
*: If these input/output signals show errors, TCM activates the fail-safe function.
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Fail-safeINFOID:0000000009464205
TCM has a fail-safe mode. The mode functions so that operation can be continued even if the signal circuit of
the main electronically controlled input/output parts is damaged.
If the vehicle shows following behaviors including “poor acceleration”, a malfunction of the applicable system
is detected by TCM and the vehicle may be in a fail-s afe mode. At this time, check the DTC code and perform
inspection and repair according to the malfunction diagnosis procedures.
Fail-safe function
Control Item Shift control Line pressure
control Select control Lock-up con-
trol Fail-safe func-
tion*
Input Engine torque signal
(CAN communication) ×××××
Engine speed signal
(CAN communication) ×××××
Accelerator pedal position signal
(CAN communication) ××××
Closed throttle position signal
(CAN communication) ×× ×
Stop lamp switch signal
(CAN communication) ××××
Primary pressure sensor ×
Secondary pressure sensor ×× ×
CVT fluid temperature sensor ×××××
Primary speed sensor ×××××
Output speed sensor ×× ××
Input speed sensor ×××××
Transmission range switch ×××××
Paddle shifter
(CAN communication) ×× ×
Output Line pressure solenoid valve
××× ×
Primary pressure solenoid valve ×× ×
Torque converter clutch solenoid
valve ××
Secondary pressure solenoid valve ×× ×
Select solenoid valve ×××
Shift position indicator
(CAN communication) ×
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SYSTEM
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Protection Control
INFOID:0000000009464206
The TCM becomes the protection control status temporar ily to protect the safety when the safety of TCM and
transmission is lost. It automatically returns to the normal status if the safety is secured.
The TCM has the following protection control.
CONTROL FOR WHEEL SPIN
TORQUE IS REDUCED WHEN DRIVING WITH THE REVERSE GEAR
CONTROL WHEN FLUID TEMPERATURE IS HIGH
P2813 • Selector shock is large
•Start is slow
• Acceleration is slow
• Vehicle speed is not increased When a malfunction occurs on the low oil pressure side
• Selector shock is large When a malfunction occurs on the high oil pressure side
P2814 • Selector shock is large —
P2815 • Selector shock is large —
U0073 • Selector shock is large
•Start is slow
• Acceleration is slow
• Lock-up is not performed —
U0100 • Selector shock is large
•Start is slow
• Acceleration is slow
• Lock-up is not performed —
U0140 • Not changed from normal driving —
U0141 • Not changed from normal driving —
U0155 • Not changed from normal driving —
U0300 • Selector shock is large
•Start is slow
• Acceleration is slow
• Lock-up is not performed —
U1000 • Not changed from normal driving — U1117 • Not changed from normal driving — DTC Vehicle behavior Conditions of vehicle
Control
When a wheel spin is detected, the engine output and gear ratio are limited and the line pressure is increased.
Limits engine output when a wheel spin occurs in any of right and left drive wheels.
Vehicle behavior in
control If the accelerator is kept depressing during wheel spin, the engine revolution and vehicle speed are limited to
a certain degree.
Normal retu rn condi-
tion Wheel spin convergence returns the control to the normal control.
Control Engine output is controlled according to a vehicle speed while reversing the vehicle.
Vehicle behavior in
control Power performance may be lowered while reversing the vehicle.
Normal retu rn condi-
tion Torque returns to normal by positioning the selector lever in a range other than “R” position.
Control
When the CVT fluid temperature is high, the gear shift permission maximum revolution and the maximum
torque are reduced than usual to prevent increase of the oil temperature.
Vehicle behavior in
control Power performance may be lowered, compared to normal control.
Normal retu rn condi-
tion The control returns to the normal control when CVT fluid temperature is lowered.
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