Main Control Valve Body - Solenoid Body Check: Disassembly
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- Clean and inspect the solenoid body.
- Check the connector pins for corrosion and possible bent condition.
- If large amounts of contamination are present a new solenoid body will need to be installed.
- Remove O-ring and discard.
- Install new O-ring and lubricate with petroleum jelly or equivalent.
NOTE:
Inspect and test the shift solenoids. GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
NOTE:
The solenoid body cannot be disassembled to clean and inspect for contamination. Contamination is a major source of solenoid body failure. Install a new solenoid body anytime contamination is evident.