Shift Concerns: Harsh 2-3 Shift (Automatic)

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COMPONENT REFERENCE

Possible Component	Reference/Action
241 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE
Solenoid Body
Incorrect solenoid body strategy data stored in the PCM	Verify solenoid body strategy data stored in the PCM, download new identification and strategy as necessary. Refer to SOLENOID BODY STRATEGY .
341 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE
Incorrect Pressures
Line pressure	Check pressure at line pressure tap. Carry out Line Pressure Test. Refer to SPECIAL TESTING PROCEDURES . See the LINE PRESSURE CHART for specifications. If not OK, check Main Control Valve Body.
Main Control Valve Body
Bolts out of torque specification	Tighten bolts to specification.
Gaskets and separator plate - damaged, off location	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Direct regulator and boost valves, springs, clips - loose, stuck, binding, missing, misassembled	Inspect for damage. Repair or install new as required.
Intermediate regulator and boost valves, springs, clips - loose, stuck, binding, missing, misassembled	Inspect for damage. Repair or install new as required.
Multiplex valve, springs, clips - loose, stuck, missing, binding misassembled	Inspect for damage. Repair or install new as required.
Shift Solenoid B (SSB) or Shift Solenoid C (SSC) not functioning correctly	Activate solenoid using scan tool. Refer to OUTPUT STATE CONTROL (OSC) MODE . GO to PINPOINT TEST A . Install a new solenoid body. Refer to SOLENOID BODY ASSEMBLY . Download a new solenoid body strategy into the PCM. Refer to SOLENOID BODY STRATEGY .
Direct Clutch Assembly
Seals - damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Piston - damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Friction - damaged, worn	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Cylinder hub - damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Return spring assembly - damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Intermediate Clutch Assembly
Seals - damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Piston - damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Friction - damaged, worn	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Cylinder hub - damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Return spring assembly -damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.