1, 2 Shift Solenoid, Timing Solenoid, and Lock-Up Solenoid Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Suzuki Swift +, 2008 Pontiac Wave, and 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Inspecting Resistance Of Each Shift Solenoid To Ground

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Inspect the resistance of each shift solenoid between the terminal and the ground.

Fig 2: Minimum & Maximum Resistance Plot Lines (Shift, Timing & Lock-Up Solenoid)

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IMPORTANT: The resistance of the solenoid can become infinity ohm when the resistance measurement is made at high temperatures.

If the resistance value is not between the minimum and maximum resistance plot lines, then measure the solenoid resistance at 20°C (68°F).

Fig 3: Testing Operation Of Shift Solenoid

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Test the operation of the shift solenoid. The shift solenoid is a normally open solenoid. Air will only pass through the solenoid when it is not energized.
Apply compressed air to the solenoid inlet.
If the solenoid does not allow air to pass thought the solenoid, replace the solenoid.
Apply B+ and Ground to the solenoid.
If the solenoid allows air to pass through the solenoid, then replace the solenoid (1).

Fig 4: Testing Operation Of Timing Solenoid

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Test the operation of the timing solenoid. The timing solenoid is a normally closed solenoid (2). Air will only pass through the solenoid when the solenoid is energized.
Apply compressed air to the solenoid inlet.
If the solenoid allows air to pass through the solenoid, then replace the solenoid.
Apply B+ and Ground to the solenoid.
If the solenoid does not allow air to pass thought the solenoid, replace the solenoid.