Diagnostic Routine 250/350 - Other Concerns: No Engine Braking In 1St Gear Manual 1St Position

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OTHER CONCERNS: NO ENGINE BRAKING IN 1ST GEAR MANUAL 1ST POSITION

Possible Component	Reference/Action
250 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE
No Electrical Concerns
350 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE
Incorrect Pressures
Line pressure, EPC pressure	Check pressure at line and EPC taps. Carry out Line Pressure Test. Refer to SPECIAL TESTING PROCEDURES . See the LINE PRESSURE CHART . If not OK, check Main Control Valve Body and Direct Clutch Assembly.
Main Control Valve Body
Bolts out of torque specification	Tighten bolts to specification.
Gaskets and Separator Plate - damaged, off location	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Shift Valve, Manual Downshift Modulator Valve, B8 Check Ball - stuck or damaged	Inspect. Clean or repair as required.
Direct Clutch Assembly
See ROUTINE 321	Inspect. Repair or install new as required.
Direct One-Way Clutch
Damaged, see ROUTINE 321	Inspect for damage. Repair as required.
Coast Band
Band - damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as required.
Coast Band Apply Tube/Seal - damaged, loose	Inspect for damage. Repair as required.
Apply Servo, Cover, Seals - damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as required.