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Shift Concerns: Soft/Slip 3-4 Shift Only (Automatic)

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SHIFT CONCERNS: SOFT/SLIP 3-4 SHIFT ONLY (AUTOMATIC)

Possible Component Reference/Action
228 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE 
Powertrain Control System  -
  • Electrical inputs/outputs, vehicle wiring harnesses, powertrain control module, EPC solenoids, transmission fluid temperature (TFT) sensor
328 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE 
Main Control  -
  • Bolts out of torque specification
  • Adjust bolts to specifications.
  • Gasket leaks
  • Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
  • Line modulator valve, 2-4 accumulator valve plug and seal (also soft 1-2 shift), stuck, damaged or misassembled
  • Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
  • Pressure tap plate/gasket leaks
  • Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
  • Hydraulic passages damaged
  • Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
  • Separator plates damaged or orifice blocked
  • Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
Intermediate/Overdrive Band and Servo Assembly  -
  • Intermediate overdrive band or reverse clutch drum assembly worn, damaged or misassembled
  • Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
  • Piston, seals or piston bore damaged, missing
  • Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
  • Servo cover or seal damaged
  • Carry out Air Pressure Test. Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
  • Servo rod or rod bore damaged
  • Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
  • Springs damaged
  • Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
Direct Clutch Assembly  -
    NOTE: May also have third gear slip. Carry out Air Pressure Test.
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  • Seals damaged, missing
  • Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
  • Piston damaged
  • Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
  • Check ball damaged, missing or leaking
  • Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
  • Return spring damaged
  • Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
  • Friction elements damaged
  • Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
Case  -
  • Band anchor damaged
  • Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
  • Servo apply and servo release circuits leaking
  • Inspect for damage. Carry out Air Pressure Test. Install new as necessary.
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