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Other Concerns: Slips/Chatters in 1st Position - 263/363

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OTHER CONCERNS: SLIPS/CHATTERS IN 1ST POSITION - 263/363

Possible Component Reference/Action
263 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE 
No Electrical Concerns 
363 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE 
Incorrect Pressures 
  • Incorrect band/clutch application pressures, line pressure high/low
  • Check line pressure at tap. Carry out line pressure and stall speed tests. Refer to the LINE PRESSURE CHART  for specifications. If pressure is high/low, check the following possible component: main control.
Main Control Assembly 
  • Screw out of torque specification
  • Tighten to specification.
  • Gasket damaged, off location
  • Inspect and install a new gasket.
  • Separator plate damaged
  • Inspect for damage. Repair as required.
  • Wrong components used in rebuild
  • Verify that correct components were used.
  • Dirty or sticking main control valve body
  • Clean, repair or install a new main control valve body.
Rear One-Way Clutch Assembly 
  • Low/reverse one-way clutch damaged
  • Install a new rear one-way clutch and case.