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Other Concerns: Noise/Vibration - Forward Or Reverse

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OTHER CONCERNS - NOISE/VIBRATION - FORWARD OR REVERSE

Possible Component Reference/Action
254 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE 
 
  • No Electrical Concerns
354 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE 
For Noises/Vibrations That Change With Engine Speed   
  • Converter components/balance weight
  • Fluid level (low) pump cavitation
  • Pump assembly
  • Engine drive accessories
  • Cooler lines grounding out
  • Flexplate
  • Locate source of disturbance. Repair as required.
For Noises/Vibrations That Change With Vehicle Speed   
  • Engine mounts loose or damaged
  • Locate source of disturbance and repair as required.
  • Driveline concerns:
    • U-joints
    • Rear axle
    • Suspension
    • Modifications

    1st Gear:

    • Low one-way clutch
    • Gearset
    • Friction elements
  • 2nd Gear:
    • Intermediate one-way clutch
    • Intermediate clutch piston bleed hole out of 12 o'clock position
    • Friction elements
  • 3rd Gear:
    • Torque converter
    • Case to planet support spring
    • Friction elements
  • 4th Gear:
    • Gear set
    • Friction elements
    • Torque converter
  • Reverse:
    • Gear set
    • Friction elements
  • Output shaft splines worn or damaged
  • Refer to the following shift routine(s) for further diagnosis:
    • Shift 1-2, Routine 320
    • Shift 2-3, Routine 321
    • Shift 3-4, Routine 322
    • Shift 4-3, Routine 323
    • Shift 3-2, Routine 324
    • Shift 2-1, Routine 325
    • Torque Converter Cycling 242/342
Other Noises/Vibrations   
  • Main controls, valve resonance
 
  • Shift cable:
    • Vibration
    • Grounding
    • Cooler lines
    • Grounding
  • Locate source of disturbance and repair as required.