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CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Fail-safe .................. ...31
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Protection Control ... ...34
LINE PRESSURE CONTROL ................................ ...35
LINE PRESSURE CONTROL : System Descrip-
tion ....................................................................... ...
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SHIFT CONTROL ................................................... ...35
SHIFT CONTROL : System Description .................36
SELECT CONTROL ............................................... ...37
SELECT CONTROL : System Description .............38
LOCK-UP CONTROL ............................................. ...38
LOCK-UP CONTROL : System Description ...........38
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM .....40
Description ........................................................... ...40
Function of OBD .....................................................40
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (TCM) ............................41
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION .................................. ...41
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : 1 Trip Detection Di-
agnosis and 2 Trip Detection Diagnosis .............. ...
41
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : DTC and DTC of
1st Trip ................................................................. ...
41
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : Malfunction Indica-
tor Lamp (MIL) ..................................................... ...
41
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : Counter System .....41
CONSULT Function ................................................43
ECU DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION ..............49
TCM ................................................................. ...49
Reference Value .................................................. ...49
Fail-safe ..................................................................56
Protection Control ...................................................59
DTC Inspection Priority Chart .................................59
DTC Index ..............................................................60
WIRING DIAGRAM .....................................62
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM ............................... ...62
Wiring diagram .................................................... ...62
CVT SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM ........................... ...73
Wiring diagram .................................................... ...73
BASIC INSPECTION ...................................77
DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORK FLOW ..... ...77
Flowchart of Trouble Diagnosis ........................... ...77
Question sheet .......................................................78
ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING
TCM ................................................................. ...
80
Description ........................................................... ...80
Work Procedure ......................................................80
ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING
TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY ............................. ...
81
Description ........................................................... ...81
Work Procedure ................................................... ...81
CVT FLUID ........................................................83
Replacement ........................................................ ...83
Adjustment ..............................................................84
STALL TEST .....................................................86
Work Procedure ................................................... ...86
CVT POSITION ..................................................87
Inspection ............................................................. ...87
Adjustment ..............................................................87
DTC/CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS ........................88
U0073 COMMUNICATION BUS A OFF ......... ...88
DTC Logic ............................................................ ...88
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................88
U0100 LOST COMMUNICATION (ECM A) .......89
DTC Logic ............................................................ ...89
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................89
U0140 LOST COMMUNICATION (BCM) ..........90
DTC Logic ............................................................ ...90
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................90
U0141 LOST COMMUNICATION (BCM A) ......91
DTC Logic ............................................................ ...91
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................91
U0155 LOST COMMUNICATION (IPC) ............92
DTC Logic ............................................................ ...92
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................92
U0300 CAN COMMUNICATION DATA ............93
DTC Logic ............................................................ ...93
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................93
U1000 CAN COMM CIRCUIT ............................94
Description ........................................................... ...94
DTC Logic ...............................................................94
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................94
U1117 LOST COMMUNICATION (ABS) ...........95
DTC Logic ............................................................ ...95
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................95
P062F EEPROM ................................................96
Description ........................................................... ...96
DTC Logic ...............................................................96
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................96
P0705 TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR A ...97
DTC Logic ............................................................ ...97
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................97
Component Inspection ..........................................101
P0706 TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR A ..103
DTC Logic ............................................................ .103
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................103
Component Inspection ..........................................105
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General Specification ..........................................
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Shift Characteristics ..............................................212
Stall Speed ............................................................212
Torque Converter ..................................................212
Heater Thermostat ................................................212
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PRECAUTION ................ ............................
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PRECAUTIONS .............................................. ..213
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ..
213
Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top Cover ..213
Precaution for TCM and Transaxle Assembly Re-
placement ............................................................ ..
213
General Precautions .............................................214
On Board Diagnosis (OBD) System of CVT and
Engine ................................................................. ..
215
Removal and Installation Procedure for CVT Unit
Connector ............................................................ ..
215
PREPARATION .........................................217
PREPARATION .............................................. ..217
Special Service Tools .......................................... ..217
Commercial Service Tools ....................................217
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ...........................218
COMPONENT PARTS ................................... ..218
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM .......................................218
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Component Parts Lo-
cation ................................................................... ..
218
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : TCM ..........................219
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Transmission Range
Switch .................................................................. ..
219
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Primary Speed Sen-
sor ....................................................................... ..
219
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Output Speed Sensor ..220
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Input Speed Sensor ..220
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : CVT Fluid Tempera-
ture Sensor .......................................................... ..
221
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Primary Pressure
Sensor ................................................................. ..
221
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Secondary Pressure
Sensor ................................................................. ..
222
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Primary Pressure So-
lenoid Valve ......................................................... ..
222
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Secondary Pressure
Solenoid Valve .................................................... ..
222
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Select Solenoid Valve
..
223
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Torque Converter
Clutch Solenoid Valve ......................................... ..
223
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Line Pressure Sole-
noid Valve ........................................................... ..
223
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Paddle Shifter ...........223
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Shift Position Indica-
tor ........................................................................ ..
223
SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM ............................................223
SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM : Component Parts Loca-
tion ....................................................................... ..
224
STRUCTURE AND OPERATION ...................225
TRANSAXLE .......................................................... ..225
TRANSAXLE : Cross-Sectional View ....................225
TRANSAXLE : Operation Stat us ...........................226
TRANSAXLE : Transaxle Me chanism ...................226
TRANSAXLE : Oil Pressure System .....................228
TRANSAXLE : Component De scription .................229
FLUID COOLER & FLUID WARMER SYSTEM .... ..229
FLUID COOLER & FLUID WARMER SYSTEM :
System Description .............................................. ..
230
SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM ............................................230
SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM : Syst em Description ........230
SYSTEM ...................... ....................................232
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM ..... ...................................232
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : S ystem Description ...232
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Fa il-safe ....................233
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Pr otection Control .....236
LINE PRESSURE CONTROL ......................... .........237
LINE PRESSURE CONTROL : System Descrip-
tion ....................................................................... ..
237
SHIFT CONTROL .................................................. ..237
SHIFT CONTROL : System Description ................238
SELECT CONTROL ............................................... ..239
SELECT CONTROL : System Description ............239
LOCK-UP CONTROL ............................................ ..240
LOCK-UP CONTROL : System Description ..........240
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM ..242
Description .............................................................242
Function of OBD ....................................................242
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (TCM) ..........................243
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION .................................. ..243
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : 1 Trip Detection Di-
agnosis and 2 Trip Detection Diagnosis .............. ..
243
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : DTC and DTC of
1st Trip ................................................................. ..
243
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : Malfunction Indica-
tor Lamp (MIL) ..................................................... ..
243
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : Counter System ....243
CONSULT Function ............................................. ..245
ECU DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION ............251
TCM .................................................................251
Reference Value .................................................. ..251
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On Board Diagnosis (OBD) System of CVT and EngineINFOID:0000000009463958
The TCM and ECM have an on board diagnostic system. It will light up the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) to
warn the driver of a malfunction causing emission deterioration.
CAUTION:
• Be sure to turn the ignition switch OFF and di sconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal
before any repair or inspection work. The open/s hort circuit of related switches, sensors, solenoid
valves, etc. will cause the MIL to light up.
• Be sure to connect and lock the connectors secure ly after work. A loose (unlocked) connector will
cause the MIL to light up due to an open circuit. (Be sure the connector is free from water, grease,
dirt, bent terminals, etc.)
• Be sure to route and secure the harnesses properly after work. Interference of the harness with a
bracket, etc. may cause the MIL to light up due to a short circuit.
• Be sure to connect rubber tubes properly afte r work. A misconnected or disconnected rubber tube
may cause the MIL to light up due to a malfunction of the EGR system or fuel injection system, etc.
• Be sure to erase the unnecessary malfunction informa tion (repairs completed) from the TCM and
ECM before returning the vehicle to the customer.
Removal and Installation Proc edure for CVT Unit ConnectorINFOID:0000000009463959
REMOVAL
• Rotate bayonet ring (1) counterclockwise. Pull out CVT unit har-
ness connector (2) upward and remove it.
INSTALLATION
1. Align marking (A) on CVT unit harness connector terminal with
marking (B) on bayonet ring. Insert CVT unit harness connector.
2. Rotate bayonet ring clockwise.
3. Rotate bayonet ring clockwise until marking (A) on CVT unit har- ness connector terminal body is aligned with the slit (B) on bayo-
net ring as shown in the figure (correctly fitting condition).
CAUTION:
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PRECAUTIONS
• Securely align marking (A) on CVT unit harness connec-
tor terminal body with bayonet ri ng slit (B). Then, be care-
ful not to make a half fit cond ition as shown in the figure.
• Never mistake the slit of bayonet ring for other dent por-
tion.
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SYSTEM
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Protection Control
INFOID:0000000009463989
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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ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM
ON BOARD DIAGNOST
IC (OBD) SYSTEM
DescriptionINFOID:0000000009463994
This is an on board diagnosis system which records diagnosis information related to the exhaust gases. It
detects malfunctions related to sensors and actuators. The malfunctions are indicated by means of the mal-
function indicator lamp (MIL) and are stored as DTC in the ECU memory. The diagnosis information can be
checked using a diagnosis tool (GST: Generic Scan Tool).
Function of OBDINFOID:0000000009463995
The GST is connected to the diagnosis connector on t he vehicle and communicates with the on-board control
units to perform diagnosis. The diagnosis connector is the same as for CONSULT. Refer to GI-51, "Descrip-
tion".
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DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : 1 Tr ip Detection Diagnosis and 2 Trip Detection Diagno-
sis
INFOID:0000000009463996
NOTE:
“Start the engine and turn OFF the ignition switch after warm-up.” This is defined as 1 trip.
1 TRIP DETECTION DIAGNOSIS
When initial malfunction is detected, TCM memorize s DTC. In these diagnoses, some illuminate MIL and
some do not. Refer to TM-60, "DTC Index"
.
2 TRIP DETECTION DIAGNOSIS
When initial malfunction is detected, TCM memorizes DTC of the 1st trip. MIL does not light at this stage. <1
trip>
If the same malfunction is detected again in next drivi ng, TCM memorizes DTC. When DTC is memorized, MIL
lights. <2 trip>
“Trip” of the “2 trip detection diagnosis” indicates the driving mode that executes self-diagnosis during driving.
×: Check possible —: Check not possible
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : DTC and DTC of 1st TripINFOID:0000000009463997
2 TRIP DETECTION DIAGNOSIS THAT ILLUMINATES MIL
• The DTC number of the 1st trip is the same as the DTC number.
• When a malfunction is detected at the 1st trip, TCM memo rizes DTC of the 1st trip. MIL does not light at this
stage. If the same malfunction is not detected at t he 2nd trip (conforming to necessary driving conditions),
DTC at the 1st trip is erased from TCM. If the same malfunction is detected at the 2nd trip, TCM memorizes
DTC and MIL lights at the same time.
• The DTC of the 1st trip is specified in Service $01 of SAE J1979/ISO 15031-5. Since detection of DTC at the
1st trip does not illuminate MIL, warning for a problem is not given to a driver.
• For procedure to delete DTC and 1st trip DTC from TCM, refer to TM-43, "CONSULT Function"
.
• If DTC of the 1st trip is detected, it is necessary to check the cause according to the “Diagnosis flow”. Refer
to TM-77, "Flowchart of Trouble Diagnosis"
.
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : Malf unction Indicator Lamp (MIL)INFOID:0000000009463998
• TCM not only detects DTC, but also sends the MI L signal to ECM through CAN communication. ECM sends
the MIL signal to the combination meter through CAN communication according to the signal, and illumi-
nates MIL.
• For malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) description, refer to EC-74, "DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (MIL)".
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : Counter SystemINFOID:0000000009463999
RELATION BETWEEN DTC AT 1ST TRIP/DTC/MIL AND DRIVING CONDITIONS (FOR 2 TRIP DE-
TECTION DIAGNOSIS THAT ILLUMINATES MIL)
• When initial malfunction is detected, TCM memorizes DT C of the 1st trip. MIL does not light at this stage.
• If the same malfunction is detect ed at the 2nd trip, TCM memorizes DTC and MIL lights at the same time.
• Then, MIL goes after driving the vehicle for 3 tr ips under “Driving condition B” without malfunction.
• DTC is displayed until 40 trips of “Driving condition A” are satisfied without detecting the same malfunction.
DTC is erased when 40 trips are satisfied.
Item DTC at the 1st trip DTC MIL
Display at the 1st trip Display at the
2nd trip Display at the
1st trip Display at the
2nd trip Illumination at
the 1st trip Illumination at
the 2nd trip
1 trip detection diagnosis
(Refer to TM-60, "DTC Index"
) ——
×— ×—
2 trip detection diagnosis
(Refer to TM-60, "DTC Index"
) ×
—— ×— ×
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (TCM)
SELF DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
Display Item List
Refer to
TM-60, "DTC Index".
DTC at 1st trip and method to read DTC
• DTC (P0705, P0711, P0720, etc.) is specified by SAE J2012/ISO 15031-6.
• DTC and DTC at 1st trip are displayed on “Self Diagnostic results” of CONSULT.
When DTC is currently detected, “CRNT” is displayed. If “PAST” is displayed, it shows a malfunction
occurred in the past. The trip number of drive wit hout malfunction of concerned DTC can be confirmed with
“IGN counter” inside “FFD”.
• When the DTC at the 1st trip is detected, “1t” is displayed.
DTC deletion method
NOTE:
If the ignition switch is left ON after repair, turn O FF the ignition switch and wait for 10 seconds or more. Then,
turn the ignition ON again. (Engine stop)
1. Touch “TRANSMISSION” of CONSULT.
2. Touch “Self Diagnostic Result”.
3. Touch “Erase”. (DTC memorized in TCM is erased.)
IGN counter
The ignition counter is displayed in “FFD” and the number of times of satisfied “Driving condition A” is dis-
played after normal recovery of DTC. Refer to TM-41, "DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : Counter System"
.
• If malfunction (DTC) is currently detected, “0” is displayed.
• After normal recovery, every time “Driving condition A” is satisfied, the display value increases from 1 → 2 →
3...38 → 39.
• When MIL turns OFF due to the malfunction and t he counter reaches 40, the DTC is erased.
NOTE:
The counter display of “40” cannot be checked.
DATA MONITOR
NOTE:
The following table includes information (items) inapplicable to this vehicle. For information (items) applicable
to this vehicle, refer to CONSULT display items.
× : Application : Optional selection
Conditions Function
Work Support The settings for ECU functions can be changed.
Self Diagnostic Results The ECU self diagnostic results are displayed.
Data Monitor The ECU input/output data is displayed in real time.
CAN Diagnosis Support Monitor The result of transmit/receive diagnosis of CAN communication is displayed.
Active Test The ECU activates outputs to test components.
ECU Identification The ECU part number is displayed.
CALIB DATA The calibration data status of TCM can be checked.
Monitored item (Unit) Monitor item selection
Remarks
ECU IN-
PUT SIG-
NALS MAIN SIG-
NALS
VSP SENSOR (km/h or mph) ×Displays the vehicle speed calculated from the CVT out-
put shaft speed.
ESTM VSP SIG (km/h or mph) ו Displays the vehi
cle speed signal (ABS) received
through CAN communication.
• Models with ABS are displayed.
INPUT SPEED SENSOR (rpm) ×Displays the input speed calculated from the pulse signal
of the input speed sensor.
PRI SPEED SEN (rpm) ×Displays the primary pulley speed calculated from the
pulse signal of the primary speed sensor.
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