Other Concern: Slips/Chatters in Manual 2nd Position

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OTHER CONCERN: SLIPS/CHATTERS IN MANUAL 2ND POSITION

Possible Component	Reference/Action
264 - ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
PCM, vehicle wiring harnesses, pressure control solenoids A, B	Carry out On-Board Diagnostic Tests. See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE article for diagnosis and testing of the PCM. GO to PINPOINT TEST D . Repair as required. Clear DTCs, road test and rerun On-Board Diagnostic Test.
Fluid
Incorrect level	Adjust fluid to the correct level. Refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL CHECK .
Condition	Carry out Fluid Condition Check. Refer to PRELIMINARY INSPECTION .
Incorrect Pressures
High/low pressures	Check pressure at line and PC C taps. Carry out Line Pressure Test. Refer to SPECIAL TESTING PROCEDURES .
Overdrive Servo
Servo retaining screws damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Seals (piston and cover) damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Overdrive Band
Band damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Servo worn or damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Not adjusted correctly	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Overdrive Planetary Assembly
Planetary damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Forward Clutch Assembly
Seals, piston damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Check ball damaged, missing, not seating, off location	Inspect for mislocation, poor seating, damage. Install a new cylinder.
Friction elements damaged or worn	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Return springs damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Bronze seal ring on bearing damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.