Shift Concerns: No 1st Gear In Manual 1st

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SHIFT CONCERNS: NO 1ST GEAR IN MANUAL 1ST

Possible Component	Reference/Action
216 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
PCM and vehicle wiring harnesses.	Carry out on-board diagnostic tests. Refer to the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE for diagnosis and testing of the PCM. Repair as required. Clear the DTCs, road test and rerun on-board diagnostic test.
316 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE
Incorrect Pressures
High/low pressures.	Check pressure at line tap. Refer to the BAND/CLUTCH CHART in specification to determine which gears are on. Follow the diagnostic routines to repair the missing gears.
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.
Low/Reverse Clutch Assembly
Seals.	Inspect for damage. If damaged, repair as necessary.
Friction plates.	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Return spring.	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
OD Planetary Assembly
Planetary damaged.	Inspect for damage. If damaged, repair as necessary.