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Shift Concerns: Harsh 1-2 Shift Only (Automatic)

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SHIFT CONCERNS: HARSH 1-2 SHIFT ONLY (AUTOMATIC)

Possible Component Reference/Action
232 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE 
Powertrain Control System  -
  • Electrical inputs/outputs, vehicle wiring harnesses, powertrain control module, EPC solenoids, transmission fluid temperature (TFT) sensor, TSS, throttle position sensor, mass air flow sensor, TCC solenoid, transmission range (TR) sensor
332 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE 
Main Control  -
  • Bolts out of torque specification
  • Adjust bolts to specification.
  • Gasket leaks
  • Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
  • 2-4 accumulator valve, 3-2 control valve (also harsh 3-4 shift) stuck, damaged or misassembled
  • Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
  • Separator plates damaged
  • Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
  • Hydraulic passages damaged
  • Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Pump Assembly  -
  • Bolts out of torque specification
  • Adjust bolts to specification.
  • Gasket damaged
  • Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
  • Pump support seal rings No. 3 or No. 4 damaged
  • Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
  • Porosity/cross leaks
  • Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Intermediate/Overdrive Band and Servo Assembly  -
  • Cushion return springs damaged
  • Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
  • Intermediate overdrive band damaged, worn
  • Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
  • Intermediate overdrive band or reverse clutch drum assembly worn, damaged or misassembled
  • Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Forward Clutch Assembly  -
-
  • Carry out Air Pressure Test.
  • Seals damaged
  • Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
  • Return spring damaged
  • Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
  • Friction elements damaged
  • Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Case  -
  • Band anchor area damaged
  • Inspect for damage. If damaged, install a new case.
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