Engagement Concern: No Reverse

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ENGAGEMENT CONCERN: NO REVERSE

Possible Component	Reference/Action
202 - ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
PCM, vehicle wiring harnesses, Pressure Control Solenoid C (PC C), Shift Solenoid B (SSB)	Carry out on-board diagnostic tests. See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE article for diagnosis and testing of the PCM. GO to PINPOINT TEST A and GO to PINPOINT TEST D . Repair as required. Clear DTCs, road test and rerun on-board diagnostic test.
Main Control
Screws not tightened to specification	Tighten to specification.
Separator plate damaged	Inspect for damage. If damaged, install a new separator plate.
Contamination	Disassemble and clean.
Valves, springs damaged, misassembled, missing, stuck or bore damage	If damaged or parts are missing, install a new main control assembly. If misassembled, reassemble correctly. DO NOT stone, file or sand valves. This will remove the anodized finish and may result in further main control or transmission damage.
Filter damaged, missing	Inspect for damage, repair as necessary.
Direct Clutch Assembly
Seals, piston damaged	Inspect or 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.
Reverse Servo
Servo retaining screws damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Seals (piston and cover) damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Reverse Band
Band damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Servo worn or damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Reverse Drum Assembly
One-way clutch damaged	Inspect for damage. Install a new drum assembly.
Bearing damaged	Inspect for damage. Install a new drum assembly.
Torque Converter Assembly
Torque converter internal failure preventing engagement, piston release	Remove the transmission. Inspect for damage. Refer to TORQUE CONVERTER in the General Procedures portion of this article. If the torque converter fails to pass the criteria or is damaged, install a new or remanufactured torque converter.