Feel - Soft/Slipping (Some/All)

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DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINE - FEEL - SOFT/SLIPPING

Possible Component	Reference/Action
213 - ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
PCM, vehicle wiring harnesses, transmission internal harness, shift pressure control solenoids, SSPC-B, line pressure control solenoids PC-A, TSS/Intermediate shaft speed sensor	Carry out on-board diagnostic tests. Refer to the for diagnosis and testing of the PCM.
	Go To PINPOINT TEST A: CONTROL SOLENOIDS , Go To PINPOINT TEST D: TURBINE SHAFT SPEED (TSS), INTERMEDIATE SHAFT SPEED, AND OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED (OSS) SENSORS and Go To PINPOINT TEST E: PC-A (LINE PRESSURE) SOLENOID .
	Repair as necessary. Clear DTCs, road test and rerun on-board diagnostic test.
Some Shifts Soft/Slipping Only
	If only some of the shifts are soft/slipping, determine which shift(s) is missing. Refer to the following routine(s) for further Soft/Slipping concerns: Soft/Slipping 1-2 Shift, Routine 226 Soft/Slipping 2-3 Shift, Routine 227 Soft/Slipping 3-5 Shift, Routine 228 Soft/Slipping 4-6 Shift, Routine 229 Soft/Slipping 5-6 Shift, Routine 230 Soft/Slipping 6-5 Shift, Routine 231 Soft/Slipping 6-4 Shift, Routine 232 Soft/Slipping 5-3 Shift, Routine 233 Soft/Slipping 3-2 Shift, Routine 234 Soft/Slipping 2-1 Shift, Routine 235

Fluid
Incorrect level	Adjust to the correct level. Refer to PRELIMINARY INSPECTION .
Condition	Carry out Fluid Condition Check. Refer to PRELIMINARY INSPECTION .
Incorrect Pressures
High/low pressures	Check pressure at line tap.
High/low pressures	Carry out Line Pressure Test. Refer to SPECIAL TESTING PROCEDURES .
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.
Solenoid damaged, stuck or bore damaged; manual valve damaged, stuck or bore damaged	If damaged or parts are missing, install a new solenoid body assembly. If misassembled, reassemble correctly.
Fluid Pump Assembly
Bolts not tightened to specification	Tighten to specification.
Gasket damaged	Inspect for damage. If damaged, install a new gasket.
Porosity, cross leaks, cup plug missing, plugged hole	Inspect for damage. If damaged, repair as necessary.
Pump gears and/or gear pocket damaged	Inspect for damage. Install a new pump assembly.
Control valves, springs, or seals damaged, stuck or not assembled correctly	Inspect for damage. Install a new seal or pump assembly.