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Feel - Soft/Slipping (Some/All)

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DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINES - FEEL - SOFT/SLIPPING (SOME/ALL)

Possible Component Reference/Action
213 - ROUTINE 
Powertrain Control System 
  • CARRY OUT On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) tests. REFER to the INTRODUCTION article for diagnosis and testing of the PCM. For diagnosing SSPCB  , GO to PINPOINT TEST A . For diagnosing TSS  /intermediate shaft speed sensor, GO to PINPOINT TEST D . For diagnosing PCA  , GO to PINPOINT TEST E . REPAIR as necessary. CLEAR the DTCs, ROAD TEST the vehicle and RERUN the OBD  test.
  • PCM, vehicle wiring harnesses, transmission internal harness, Shift Solenoid Pressure Control B (SSPCB), Pressure Control Solenoid A (PCA), Turbine Shaft Speed (TSS)/intermediate shaft speed sensor
Some Shifts Soft/Slipping Only 
For further diagnosis of soft or slipping shift issues, refer to the appropriate Reference/Action
  • 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
Transmission Fluid 
  • Incorrect level
  • CHECK transmission fluid level and adjust as necessary. REFER to PRELIMINARY INSPECTION  in this service information.
  • CARRY OUT the Transmission Fluid Condition Check. REFER to PRELIMINARY INSPECTION  in this service information.
  • Condition
Incorrect Line Pressures 
  • High/low pressures
  • CHECK pressure at line tap. CARRY OUT Line Pressure Test. REFER to SPECIAL TESTING PROCEDURES  in this service information. FOLLOW the pressure diagnosis test as required.
Solenoid Body Assembly 
  • Bolts not tightened to specification
  • TIGHTEN to specification.
  • Filter gasket damaged
  • INSTALL a new filter gasket.
  • Contamination
  • DISASSEMBLE and CLEAN.
  • If damaged or parts are missing, INSTALL a new solenoid body assembly. If misassembled, reassemble correctly.
  • Solenoid damaged, stuck or bore damaged; manual valve damaged, stuck or bore damaged
Fluid Pump Assembly 
  • Bolts not tightened to specification
  • TIGHTEN to specification.
  • Gasket damaged
  • INSTALL a new gasket.
  • Porosity, cross leaks, cup plug missing, plugged hole
  • REPAIR as necessary.
  • Pump gears and/or gear pocket damaged
  • INSTALL a new pump assembly.
  • INSTALL a new seal or pump assembly.
  • Control valves, springs or seals damaged, stuck or not assembled correctly