Delayed or Soft Reverse Only

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DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINE - DELAYED OR SOFT REVERSE ONLY

Possible Component	Reference/Action
205 - ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
PCM, external vehicle wiring harnesses, transmission internal harness, line pressure (PC-A) low/reverse solenoid SSPC-E	Carry out on-board diagnostic tests. Refer to the appropriate SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS article for diagnosis and testing of the PCM.
	Go To PINPOINT TEST A: CONTROL SOLENOIDS and Go To PINPOINT TEST E: PC-A (LINE PRESSURE) SOLENOID .
	Repair as required. Clear DTCs, road test and rerun on-board diagnostic test.
External Shift Cable
Cable system damaged, misaligned	Inspect and repair as necessary.
Incorrect Pressure
Low pressure	Check pressure at line tap.
Low pressure	Carry out Line Pressure Test, refer to SPECIAL TESTING PROCEDURES in this section. Follow the pressure diagnosis test as required.
Solenoid Body Assembly
Bolts not tightened to specification	Tighten to specification.
Filter gasket damaged	Inspect for damage. If damaged, install a new filter gasket.
Contamination	Disassemble and clean.
PC-A, SSPC-E Solenoid damaged, stuck or bore damaged. Manual valve or solenoid damaged, stuck or bore damaged	If damaged or parts are missing, install a new solenoid or solenoid body assembly. If misassembled, reassemble correctly.
Fluid Pump Assembly
Bolts not tightened to specification	Tighten to specification.
Gasket damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary. If damaged, install a new gasket.
Porosity, cross leaks, cup plug missing, plugged hole	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Pump gears and/or gear pocket damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary. If damaged, install a new pump.
Control valves, springs or seal damaged, stuck or not assembled correctly	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary. If damaged, install a new seal or pump assembly.
Center Support
Feedbolt not tightened to specification	Tighten to specification.
FWD clutch seal rings or damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Support damaged or leaking	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Direct Clutch Assembly
Seals, piston damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Friction elements damaged or worn	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Return springs damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Low/Reverse Clutch Assembly
Seals, piston damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Filtered orifice damaged, missing, not seating, off location	Inspect for mislocation, poor seating, damage. Install a new case.
Friction elements damaged or worn	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Return springs damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Snap ring for OWC and/or return spring not seated or damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.