Engagement Concerns: Delayed/Soft Forward

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ENGAGEMENT CONCERNS - DELAYED/SOFT FORWARD

Possible Component	Reference/Action
206 - ROUTINE
Transmission Fluid
Incorrect level	CHECK the transmission fluid level. ADJUST transmission fluid to correct level. REFER to PRELIMINARY INSPECTION .
Powertrain Control System
PCM (gasoline engines), Transmission Control Module (TCM) (diesel engines), external vehicle harness, transmission internal harness, Shift Solenoid A (SSA)	DISCONNECT the transmission harness connector and retest. If the concern is still present, proceed to Main Control inspection. If the concern is resolved, CARRY OUT the Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO) and Key ON Engine Running (KOER) self-test. For gasoline engines GO to PINPOINT TEST A . For diesel engines GO to PINPOINT TEST F . REPAIR as required. CLEAR the DTCs. TEST the vehicle system for normal operation.
Pump
Fluid filter and seal assembly - plugged, damaged	VERIFY line pressure. If line pressure is below specification, INSTALL a new filter assembly.
Pump gear - failure	VERIFY line pressure. If line pressure is below specification, INSTALL a new pump assembly. REFER to TRANSMISSION - OVERHAUL .
Main Control
Defective forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch regulator valve Defective forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch latch valve	INSPECT main control assembly for stuck valves or contamination. REFER to MAIN CONTROL - OVERHAUL . INSPECT main control assembly for stuck valves or contamination. REFER to MAIN CONTROL - OVERHAUL .