Engagement Concern: Delayed/Soft Reverse

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DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINES REFERENCE

Possible Component	Reference/Action
205 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
Electrical inputs/outputs, vehicle wiring harnesses, PCM, Line Pressure Control (LPC) solenoid, Transmission Fluid Temperature (TFT) sensor	Run On-Board Diagnostic (OBD). Refer to the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE MODELS for diagnosis. GO to PINPOINT TEST A and GO to PINPOINT TEST B .
Solenoid Body
Incorrect solenoid body strategy data stored in the PCM	Verify solenoid body strategy data stored in the PCM, download new identification and strategy as necessary. Refer to SOLENOID BODY STRATEGY .
305 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE
Transmission Fluid
Incorrect level	Check transmission fluid level and adjust as necessary. Refer to PRELIMINARY INSPECTION .
Condition	Carry out transmission fluid condition check. Refer to PRELIMINARY INSPECTION .
Selector Lever Linkage (Internal/External)
Damaged, out of adjustment	Inspect for damage. Repair as required. Verify selector lever cable adjustment. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS - 6F35 .
Incorrect Pressures
Line pressure - low	Check pressure at pressure tap. Carry out Line Pressure and Stall Speed Tests. Refer to SPECIAL TESTING PROCEDURES . See the LINE PRESSURE CHART for specifications. If pressures are low, check the following possible components: main control valve body, pump assembly, low/reverse clutch assembly, direct clutch assembly.
Main Controls
Solenoid body filter plugged	Inspect for damage. Install a new filter as required.
Bolts out of torque specification	Tighten bolts to specification.
Gaskets and separator plate - damaged, off location	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Low/reverse regulator valve - stuck, damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Low/reverse boost valve - stuck, damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Direct regulator valve - stuck, damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Direct boost valve - stuck, damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Manual control valve, main regulator valve, converter drain back valve, springs - missing, damaged, misassembled	Inspect for damage. Repair or install new as required.
Shift Solenoid B (SSB) stuck - low	Inspect for damage. GO to PINPOINT TEST A . Install a new SSB as required. Refer to SOLENOIDS .
Shift Solenoid D (SSD) stuck - low	Inspect for damage. Install a new SSD as required. Refer to SOLENOIDS .
Pump Assembly
Pump assembly - worn/cross leaks, leaking	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Low/Reverse Clutch Assembly
Shift Solenoid D (SSD) stuck - low	Inspect for damage. Install a new SSD as required. Refer to SOLENOIDS .
Low/reverse regulator valve stuck	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Seals, piston, springs - damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as required.
Clearance check out of specification	Inspect for damage. Carry out clearance checks.
Friction elements - damaged or worn	Inspect for damage. Repair as required.
Direct Clutch Assembly
Seals, piston, spring - damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair or install new as required.
SSB stuck	Inspect for damage. Install a new SSB as required. Refer to SOLENOIDS .
Direct clutch regulator valve	Inspect for damage. Repair or install new as required.
Clearance check out of specification	Inspect for damage. Carry out clearance checks.
Friction elements - damaged, clearance check incorrect	Inspect for damage. Repair as required.