Shift Concerns: Soft/Slip 3-2 Shift Only (Automatic)

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SHIFT CONCERNS: SOFT/SLIP 3-2 SHIFT ONLY (AUTOMATIC)

Possible Component	Reference/Action
230 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System	-
Electrical inputs/outputs, vehicle wiring harnesses, powertrain control module, EPC solenoid, throttle position sensor, output shaft speed sensor, mass air flow sensor, 3-2 timing/coast clutch solenoid (3-2T/CCS)	Run On-Board Diagnostics tests. Refer to INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE . GO to PINPOINT TEST E and GO to PINPOINT TEST G .
330 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE
Main Control	-
Bolts out of torque specification	Adjust bolts to specification.
Gasket damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
3-2 timing valve, solenoid regulator valve, 3-2 control valve stuck, damaged or misassembled	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
3-2T/CCS solenoid not functioning correctly	Activate solenoid using the Transmission Tester. Repair as necessary.
Pressure tap plate/gasket leaks or damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Separator plates damaged, blocked	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Direct Clutch Assembly	-
-	Carry out Air Pressure Test.
Return spring damaged, broken	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Friction elements damaged, worn	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Ball check not releasing	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Piston or seal damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Intermediate/Overdrive Band and Servo Assembly	-
Intermediate overdrive band or reverse clutch drum assembly worn, damaged or misassembled	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Servo piston damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Servo return and cushion springs damaged, misassembled	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Springs damaged, misassembled	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Servo rod bent, damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Pump Assembly	-
Bolts out of torque specification	Adjust bolts to specification.
Gaskets damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as necessary.
Porosity/cross leaks	Inspect for porosity, leaks. Install new pump assembly as necessary.
Pump support seal rings No. 4, No. 5, No. 6 damaged or misassembled	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Forward to direct passage leaks	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Case	-
Band anchor damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Leakage in servo apply/release circuits	Inspect for damage. Carry out Air Pressure Test. Repair as necessary.
Case bore damaged (servo rod)	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.