INSPECTION PROCEDURE 14: Vibration: Diagnosis

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Chrysler Sebring. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Required Special Tool:

MB991502: Scan Tool (MUT-II)

STEP 1. Using scan tool MB991502, check actuator test item 06: Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991502, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991502.
1. Connect scan tool MB991502 to the data link connector.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
3. Set scan tool MB991502 to actuator test mode for item 06: Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve.
  - An audible clicking or buzzing should be heard when the torque converter clutch solenoid valve is energized.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
Q: Is the solenoid valve operating properly?

YES : Go to Step 2.

NO: Repair or replace the torque converter clutch solenoid valve. Refer to VALVE BODY . Then confirm that the symptom is eliminated.

Fig 1: Connecting Scan Tool To Data Link Connector
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STEP 2. Check the vibration.
Q: Does the vibration occur when the transmission fluid temperature sensor connector has been disconnected?

YES : Check the engine system. Refer to < 2.4L Engine >, Diagnosis - SYMPTOM CHART - DRIVING , or < 3.0L Engine >, Diagnosis - SYMPTOM CHART - DRIVING . If the inspection result is not good, diagnose, repair, and/or replace the engine component(s).

NO: Go to Step 3.
STEP 3. Check the torque converter hydraulic pressure.
Measure the torque converter hydraulic pressure. Then check if the torque converter hydraulic pressure is within the standard value. Refer to HYDRAULIC PRESSURE TEST .

Q: Is the torque converter hydraulic pressure within the standard value?

YES : Go to Step 4.

NO: Go to Step 5.
STEP 4. Replace the torque converter assembly.
1. Remove the transaxle.
2. Replace the torque converter assembly. Refer to TRANSAXLE . Then check the symptom.
Q: Is the symptom eliminated?

YES : The procedure is complete.

NO: Go to Step 6.

Fig 2: Identifying Torque Converter Assembly
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STEP 5. Disassemble and clean the valve body.
Check the O-ring installation bolts for looseness and the valve body for damage. Repair or replace the faulty parts. Refer to VALVE BODY .

Replace the valve body assembly if the damages are thought to be irreparable. Then check the symptom.

Q: Is the symptom eliminated?

YES : The procedure is complete.

NO: Go to Step 6.

Fig 3: Identifying Valve Body Assembly
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STEP 6. Replace the PCM.
Q: Is the symptom eliminated?

YES : The procedure is complete.

NO: Start over at Step 1.