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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TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY
• When installing the drive plate to torque converter nuts,
tighten them temporarily. then tighten the nuts to the
specified torque.
Inspection and AdjustmentINFOID:0000000009464162
INSPECTION BEFORE INSTALLATION
After inserting a torque converter to the CVT, check dimension (A)
with in the reference value limit.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Check the following items:
• CVT fluid leakage, refer to TM-178, "Inspection"
.
• For CVT position, refer to TM-180, "Inspection"
.
• Start the engine and check for coolant leakage from the parts which are removed and reinstalled.
ADJUSTMENT AFTER INSTALLATION
• Adjust the CVT fluid level. Refer to TM-84, "Adjustment".
• Perform "ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACE TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY". Refer to TM-81, "Descrip-
tion".
Bolt length
"" mm
(in) 45 (1.77) 45 (1.77) 45 (1.77) 35 (1.38) 45 (1.77) 45 (1.77)
Tightening
torque N·m
(kg-m, ft-lb) 35.3
(3.6, 26) 74.5
(7.6, 55) 42.7
(4.4, 31) 42.7
(4.4, 31) 74.5
(7.6, 55) 48.0
(4.9, 35)
Bolt No.123456
B: Scale
C : Straightedge
Dimension (A) : Refer to TM-212, "Torque Converter".
JPDIA0115ZZ
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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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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (TCM)TM-243
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (TCM)
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : 1 Tr ip Detection Diagnosis and 2 Trip Detection Diagno-
sis
INFOID:0000000009464213
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-263, "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:0000000009464214
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-245, "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-279, "Work Flow"
.
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : Malf unction Indicator Lamp (MIL)INFOID:0000000009464215
• 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-598, "DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : Malfunc-
tion Indicator Lamp (MIL)".
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : Counter SystemINFOID:0000000009464216
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-263, "DTC Index"
) ——
×— ×—
2 trip detection diagnosis
(Refer to TM-263, "DTC Index"
) ×
—— ×— ×
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SELF DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
Display Item List
Refer to
TM-263, "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-243, "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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*: Not applicable but displayed.
WORK SUPPORT
Engine brake adjustment
Check the degradation level of the CVT fluid.
ACTIVE TEST
NORMAL MODE* (On/Off) D
isplays whether it is the NORMAL mode.
SPORT MODE* (On/Off) Displays whether it is the SPORT mode.
AIR BLDING STATE* (INCOMP/
COMP) Displays the status of “E
LECTRIC O.P. AIR BLEEDING”
in “Work Support”.
ELECTRIC OP DUTY* (%) Displays the command signal value (duty) of the electric
oil pump transmitted from TCM.
E-OP DUTY MON* (%) Monitors the status signal value (duty) transmitted from
the electric oil pump and displays the monitored value.
ELECTRIC OP RELAY* (On/Off) Displays the command status from TCM to the electric oil
pump relay.
E-OP RELAY MON* (On/Off) Monitors the command status from TCM to the oil pump
relay and displays the monitored value.
Monitored item (Unit)
Monitor item selection
Remarks
ECU IN-
PUT SIG-
NALS MAIN SIG-
NALS
Item name Description
CONFORM CVTF DETERIORTN Checks the degradation level of the CVT fluid under severe conditions.
ERASE MEMORY DATA Performs “erasing of the calibration data” and “erasing of the learned value” at the
same time.
G SENSOR CALIBRATION Compensates the G sensor.
ERASE LEARNING VALUE Erases lear ning value memorized by TCM.
ENGINE BRAKE ADJ. Although there is no malfunction on the transaxle and the CVT system, if a cus-
tomer make a complaint like “I do not feel comfortable with automatic operation of
the engine brake on downhill”, the engine brake may be cancelled with “engine
brake adjustment”.
ERASE CALIBRATION DATA Erases cali bration data memorized by TCM.
WRITE IP CHARA - REPLACEMENT AT/CVT Writes IP characteristics when transaxle assembly is replaced.
READ IP CHARA - REPLACEMENT TCM Reads IP characteristics when TCM is replaced.
WRITE IP CHARA - REPLACEMENT TCM Writes IP characteristics when TCM is replaced.
ENGINE BRAKE LEVEL
ON : Turn ON the engine brake control.
OFF : Turn OFF the engine brake control.
CVTF degradation level data
210,000 or more : Replacement of the CVT fluid is required.
Less than 210,000 : Replacement of the CVT fluid is not required.
Item name Description
CVT OIL COOLER FAN CIRCUIT Checks the operation of CVT oil cooler fan relay.
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TCM
Reference ValueINFOID:0000000009464218
CONSULT DATA MONITOR STANDARD VALUE
• In CONSULT, electric shift timing or lock-up timing, i. e. operation timing of each solenoid valve, is displayed.
Therefore, if there is an obvious difference between t he shift timing estimated from a shift shock (or engine
speed variations) and that shown on the CONSULT, the mechanism parts (including the hydraulic circuit)
excluding the solenoids and sensors may be malfunctioning. In this case, check the mechanical parts follow-
ing the appropriate diagnosis procedure.
• Shift point (gear position) displayed on CONSULT slight ly differs from shift pattern described in Service Man-
ual. This is due to the following reasons.
- Actual shift pattern may vary slightly within specified tolerances.
- While shift pattern described in Service Manual indica tes start of each shift, CONSULT shows gear position
at end of shift.
- The solenoid display (ON/OFF) on CONSULT is changed at the start of gear shifting. In contrast, the gear
position display is changed at the time when gear shif ting calculated in the control unit is completed.
NOTE:
The following table includes information (items) inapplicable to this vehicle. For information (items) applicable
to this vehicle, refer to CONSULT display items.
Monitor item Condition Value/Status (Approx.)
VSP SENSOR While driving Almost same as the speedometer display.
ESTM VSP SIG While driving Almost same as the speedometer display.
INPUT SPEED SENSOR In driving (lock-up ON) Ap proximately matches the engine speed.
PRI SPEED SEN In driving (lock-up ON) Approximately matches the engine speed.
SEC REV SENSOR While driving VSP SENSOR × 40
ENG SPEED SIG Engine ru nning Almost same reading as tachometer
SEC PRESSURE SEN • After engine warm up
• Selector lever: “N” position
• At idle 1.2 – 1.3 V
PRI PRESSURE SEN • After engine warm up
• Selector lever: “N” position
• At idle 0.9 V
ATF TEMP SEN CVT fluid: Approx. 20
°C (68 °F) 2.01 – 2.05 V
CVT fluid: Approx. 50 °C (122 °F) 1.45 – 1.50 V
CVT fluid: Approx. 80 °C (176 °F) 0.90 – 0.94 V
G SENSOR Vehicle is level 0 V
VIGN SEN Ignition switch: ON 10 – 16 V
PVING VOLT Ignition switch: ON 10 – 16 V
VEHICLE SPEED While driving Almost sa me as the speedometer display.
INPUT REV In driving (lock-up ON) Almost same as the engine speed.
PRI SPEED In driving (lock-up ON) Approximately matches the engine speed.
SEC SPEED While driving VSP SENSOR × 40
ENG SPEED Engine running Almost same reading as tachometer
SLIP REV While driving Engine speed − Input speed
PULLEY GEAR RATIO In driving (forward) 2.70
− 0.38
In driving (reverse) 2.70
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Fail-safe
INFOID:0000000009464219
TCM has a fail-safe mode. The mode functions so that operation can be continued even if the signal circuit of
the main electronically contro lled 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-sa fe mode. At this time, check the DTC code and perform
inspection and repair according to the malfunction diagnosis procedures.
38
(BR) Ground Torque converter
clutch solenoid
valve Output• Selector lever:
“D” position
• Accelerator pedal position: 1/8 or
less
• Vehicle speed: 20 km/h (12 MPH) or more
• Engine started
• Vehicle is stopped
39
(L) Ground Secondary pres-
sure solenoid valve Output• Selector lever:
“DS” position
• Vehicle speed: 20 km/h (12 MPH)
40
(LG) Ground
Primary pressure
solenoid valve Output
• Selector lever:
“DS” position
• Vehicle speed: 20 km/h (12 MPH)
41
(B) Ground Ground Output Always 0 V
42
(B) Ground Ground Output Always 0 V
45
(P) Ground Battery power sup-
ply (memory back-
up) Input Always 10
− 16 V
46
(P) Ground Battery power sup-
ply (memory back-
up) Input Always 10
− 16 V
47
(Y) Ground Ignition power sup-
ply InputIgnition switch: ON 10
− 16 V
Ignition switch: OFF 0 V
48
(Y) Ground Ignition power sup-
ply InputIgnition switch: ON 10
− 16 V
Ignition switch: OFF 0 V
Te r m i n a l N o .
(Wire color) Description
Condition Value (Approx.)
+ − Signal Input/
OutputJSDIA1902GB
JSDIA1903GB
JSDIA1897GB
JSDIA1897GB
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