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Pressure Diagnostic Chart

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PRESSURE DIAGNOSTIC CHART

Test Results Possible Source
Values of both D and R ranges are lower than the standards
  • Insufficient engine power
  • T/C one-way clutch slipping
Only the value of D range is higher than the standards
  • Low line pressure. Shift control solenoid assembly (SLT) failure, primary regulator valve failure
  • Valve body failure (SLC3 hydraulic pressure system)
  • C1 clutch slipping
  • One-way clutch Fl failure
Only the value of R range is higher than the standards
  • Low line pressure. Shift control solenoid assembly (SLT) failure, primary regulator valve failure
  • Valve body failure (SLC3 hydraulic pressure system)
  • C3 clutch failure
  • B2 brake failure
Values of both D and R ranges are higher than the standards
  • Low line pressure. Shift control solenoid assembly (SLT) failure, primary regulator valve failure
  • Primary regulator valve failure
  • Oil pump failure
  • Oil strainer clogging