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Engagement Concern: Harsh Reverse ONLY

DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINES ENGAGEMENT CONCERN: HARSH REVERSE ONLY

Possible Component Reference/Action
203 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE 
Powertrain Control System 
PCM, vehicle wiring harness, SSD. Carry out on-board diagnostic tests. Refer to the SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - EEC-V - GASOLINE & NGV article for diagnosis and testing of the PCM.
Carry out pinpoint test A, refer to PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOIDS (ONLY) .
Repair as required. Clear the DTCs, road test and rerun on-board diagnosis test.
303 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE 
Incorrect Pressures 
High pressures. Check pressure at Line tap.
Carry out LINE PRESSURE TEST . Follow pressure diagnosis and repair as required.
Main Control 
Bolts not tightened to specification. Tighten to specifications.
Separator plate damaged. Inspect for damage. If damaged, repair as necessary.
Contamination. Disassemble and clean.
Valves/springs damaged, misassembled, missing, stuck, or bore damaged. If damaged or parts are missing install new main control assembly. If misassembled, reassemble correctly. DO NOT stone, file or sand valves. This will remove the anodized finish and may result in further main control or transaxle damage.
Low/Reverse 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.
Reverse Clutch Assembly 
Seals, piston damaged. Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Check balance dam. 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.