Timing Concerns - Early/Late

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DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINES - TIMING CONCERNS - EARLY/LATE

Possible Component	Reference/Action
211 - ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
PCM, vehicle wiring harnesses, transmission internal harness, tow/haul switch, accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor, IAT sensor, ECT sensor, 4x4 switch	Carry out on-board diagnostic tests. See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE article or INTRODUCTION -- 6.0L DIESEL article for diagnosis and testing of the PCM.
	Repair as necessary. Clear DTCs, road test and rerun on-board diagnostic test.
Some Shifts Early/Late Only
	If only some shifts are early/late, determine which shift(s) is missing.
	Refer to the following routine(s) for further Soft/Slipping Shift 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
Fluid
Incorrect level	Adjust to the correct level. Refer to PRELIMINARY INSPECTION .
	Carry out Fluid Condition Check. Refer to PRELIMINARY INSPECTION .
Incorrect Pressures
High/low pressures	Check pressure at line tap.
	Carry out Line Pressure Test. Refer to SPECIAL TESTING PROCEDURES .
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.
Solenoid damaged, stuck or bore damaged. Manual valve damaged, stuck or bore damaged	If damaged or parts are missing, install a new solenoid body assembly. If misassembled, reassemble correctly.
Fluid Pump Assembly
Bolts not tightened to specification	Tighten to specification.
Gasket damaged	Inspect for damage. If damaged, install a new gasket.
Porosity, cross leaks, cup plug missing, plugged hole	Inspect for damage. If damaged, repair as necessary.
Pump gears and/or gear pocket damaged	Inspect for damage. Install a new pump assembly.
Control valves, springs, or seals damaged, stuck or not assembled correctly	Inspect for damage. Install a new seal or pump assembly.
Overdrive 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 pump assembly if damaged.
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.
Intermediate 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 center support assembly if damaged.
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.
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 transmission case if damaged.
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.