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Shift Concerns: Soft/Slipping 4-3 Shift (Automatic)

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SHIFT CONCERNS: SOFT/SLIPPING 4-3 SHIFT (AUTOMATIC) SPECIFICATION

Possible Component Reference/Action
224-ELECTRICAL ROUTINE 
No electrical concerns   
324 HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE 
Main Control Valve Body 
  • Bolts out of torque specification.
  • Tighten bolts to specification.
  • Gaskets and separator plate-damaged, off location
  • Inspect gaskets for damage. Install new components as necessary.
  • Shift Valves-stuck, damaged
  • Inspect. Install new components as necessary.
2-4 Band 
  • Band loose or incorrectly adjusted.
  • Inspect. Adjust as necessary.
2-4 Servo Piston Assembly 
  • Piston seals, springs-damaged, missing
  • Inspect for damage. Install new components as necessary.