Feel Concerns: No 2-3 Shift

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Possible Component		Reference/Action
221 - ROUTINE
Transmission Fluid
	Incorrect level	CHECK the transmission fluid level. ADJUST transmission fluid to correct level. REFER to TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL CHECK .
	Transmission fluid filter and seal assembly - plugged, damaged	INSTALL a new transmission fluid filter assembly. REFER to FLUID PAN, GASKET AND FILTER .
Powertrain Control System
	PCM, external vehicle wiring harnesses, main control molded leadframe, Shift Solenoid B (SSB) or Shift Solenoid C (SSC).	If DTCs are set, CLEAR the DTCs. CARRY OUT the Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO) and Key ON Engine Running (KOER) self-test. ROAD TEST the vehicle and CHECK for DTCs. If the DTCs return, GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
Main Control
	Molded leadframe - contamination	REMOVE the main control assembly, REFER to MAIN CONTROL . INSPECT and CLEAN the shift solenoid terminals on the main control leadframe for metallic contamination, REFER to SHIFT SOLENOIDS (SS) . INSTALL the main control assembly. CLEAR the DTCs. ROAD TEST the vehicle. If the symptom returns, GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
	Defective clutch (B) regulator valve	INSPECT main control assembly for stuck valves or contamination. REFER to MAIN CONTROL .
	Defective clutch (B) latch valve	INSPECT main control assembly for stuck valves or contamination. REFER to MAIN CONTROL .
	Defective clutch (C) regulator valve	INSPECT main control assembly for stuck valves or contamination. REFER to MAIN CONTROL .
Clutch Plates
	Direct clutch (B) friction and steel plate - failure	INSPECT the direct clutch assembly for damage. REPAIR as required. REFER to DIRECT CLUTCH ASSEMBLY .
	Intermediate clutch (C) friction and steel plate - failure	INSPECT the intermediate clutch assembly for damage. REPAIR as required. REFER to INTERMEDIATE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY .