Engagement Concern: Harsh Forward

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ENGAGEMENT CONCERN: HARSH FORWARD

Possible Component	Reference/Action
204 - ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System	-
TCM, vehicle wiring harnesses, primary pulley speed sensor, OSS, clutch actuator solenoid.	Carry out on-board diagnostic tests. Refer to INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE article for diagnosis and testing of the TCM. GO to PINPOINT TEST E , GO to PINPOINT TEST F and GO to PINPOINT TEST I . Repair as required. Clear DTCs, road test and rerun on-board diagnostic test.
Forward Clutch Assembly	-
Piston - damaged, stuck	Inspect for damage. Repair as required.
Friction Elements - damaged, worn	Inspect for damage. Repair as required.
Return Spring - damaged, worn, stuck	Inspect for damage. Repair as required.
Wave Spring - damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as required.
Fluid Tubes and Seals - worn, damaged, loose, leaking	Inspect. Install new as required.
Low fluid level	Adjust the fluid to the correct level. Use the transmission fluid level setting procedure, refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL CHECK AND SETTING .
Select shift assembly not plugged in or damaged	Inspect for damage or not connected. Repair as required.