Delayed or Soft Forward Only

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DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINES - SOFT FORWARD ONLY

Possible Component	Reference/Action
206 - ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
PCM (gasoline engines), Transmission Control Module (TCM) (diesel engines), external vehicle wiring harnesses, transmission internal harness, Pressure Control Solenoid A (PCA)	Carry out On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) tests. Refer to the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE MODELS for diagnosis and testing of the PCM. For gasoline engines, GO to PINPOINT TEST E . For diesel engines, GO to PINPOINT TEST J . Repair as necessary. Clear the DTCs, road test and rerun OBD test.
Selector Lever Cable
Cable system damaged, misaligned	Inspect and repair as necessary. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS .
Incorrect Line Pressures
High pressures	Check pressure at line tap. Carry out Line Pressure Test. Refer to SPECIAL TESTING PROCEDURES . 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.
PCA damaged, stuck or bore damaged. Manual valve or solenoid damaged, stuck or bore damaged	If damaged or parts are missing, install a new PCA 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.
Overdrive (O/D) One-Way Clutch (OWC)
Rocker clutch engaged in both directions, struts missing, OWC damaged	Inspect for rotation in one direction only. Rocker clutch should overrun in the opposite direction. Install a new OWC if damaged or fails inspection.
Forward 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 OWC
Rocker clutch engaged in both directions, struts missing, OWC damaged	Inspect for rotation in one direction only. Rocker clutch should overrun in the opposite direction. Install a new OWC if damaged or fails inspection.
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.