Shift Concerns: Feel - Soft/Slipping

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SHIFT CONCERNS: FEEL - SOFT/SLIPPING

Possible Component	Reference/Action
213 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
PCM, vehicle wiring harnesses, TFT sensor, IAT sensor, VSS input SSA, SSB, SSC, SSD, SSE, VFS and PCA.	Carry out on-board diagnostic tests. Refer to the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE for diagnosis and testing of the PCM, IAT sensor and VSS. GO to PINPOINT TEST A , GO to PINPOINT TEST B , 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.
313 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE
Some Shifts Soft/Slipping ONLY
	If only some of the shifts are soft/slipping, determine which shift(s) is soft/slipping. Refer to the following routine(s) for further Soft/Slipping Shift Concerns: Soft/Slipping 1-2 Shift, Routine 226/326 Soft/Slipping 2-3 Shift, Routine 227/327 Soft/Slipping 3-4 Shift, Routine 228/328 Soft/Slipping 4-3 Shift, Routine 229/329 Soft/Slipping 3-2 Shift, Routine 230/330 Soft/Slipping 2-1 Shift, Routine 231/331
Fluid
Incorrect level.	Adjust to correct level. Refer to PRELIMINARY INSPECTION in this article.
Condition.	Carry out Fluid Condition Check. Refer to PRELIMINARY INSPECTION in this article.
Incorrect Pressures
High/low pressures.	Check pressure at line tap. Carry out Line Pressure Test. Refer to SPECIAL TESTING PROCEDURES in this article.
Main Control
Bolts not tightened to specification.	Tighten to specifications.
Separator plate damaged.	Inspect for damage. If damaged, repair as necessary.
Contamination.	Disassemble and clean.
Valves/springs damaged, misassembled, missing, stuck, or bore damaged.	If damaged or parts are missing, install a new main control assembly. If misassembled, reassemble correctly. DO NOT stone, file or sand valves. This will remove the anodized finish and may result in further main control or transaxle damage.
Fluid Pump Assembly
Bolts not tightened to specification.	Tighten to specifications.
Gasket damaged.	Inspect for damage. If damaged, repair as necessary.
Porosity, cross leaks, plugged hole.	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Intermediate Servo
Servo retaining ring damaged.	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Seals (piston and cover) damaged.	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Intermediate Band
Band damaged.	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Servo worn or damaged.	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Not adjusted correctly.	Adjust correctly
Anchor bolt damaged or worn.	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Direct 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.
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.
Case
Damaged.	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.