Other Concerns: Poor Vehicle Performance

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OTHER CONCERNS: POOR VEHICLE PERFORMANCE

Possible Component	Reference/Action
253 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
PCM, vehicle wiring harnesses, VSS, TSS sensor, TFT sensor, TR sensor, SSA, SSB, SSC, SSD, SSE and PCA.	Carry out on-board diagnostic tests. Refer to the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE for diagnosis and testing of the PCM. GO to PINPOINT TEST A , GO to PINPOINT TEST B , GO to PINPOINT TEST C , GO to PINPOINT TEST D and GO to PINPOINT TEST E . Repair as required. Clear the DTCs, road test and rerun on-board diagnostic test.
353 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE
Fluid
Incorrect level.	Adjust to correct level. Refer to PRELIMINARY INSPECTION in this article.
Input Shaft
Damaged.	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Forward 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.
Torque Converter Assembly
Torque converter one-way clutch slipping.	Carry out the TORQUE CONVERTER CONTAMINATION INSPECTION in this article. If the one-way clutch fails the check, install a new or remanufactured torque converter.
Incorrect torque converter used in rebuild.	Inspect for correct torque converter assembly. If not correct, install the correct torque converter for this application.