Forward Clutch Assembly
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
For forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch operation, REFER to: Forward Clutch Assembly .
Forward Clutch
| Condition | Possible Sources | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch does not apply | Solenoid body filter blocked to SSA | CLEAN or INSTALL a new solenoid body filter screen. Refer to: Solenoid Body . |
| SSA is mechanically stuck OFF | INSTALL a new solenoid body. Refer to: Solenoid Body . PERFORM the Transmission Strategy Download, REFER to: Transmission Strategy Download . | |
| Forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch regulator valve stuck OFF | REMOVE the main control valve body. Refer to: Main Control Valve Body . DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN and INSPECT the forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch regulator valve. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . If bore or valve is damaged, INSTALL a new main control valve body. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . | |
| SSA SIG, CB1234, CB1234 SUP hydraulic circuits blocked/leaking | REMOVE the main control valve body. Refer to: Main Control Valve Body . DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the main control and separator plate passages for debris/blockage. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . CLEAN as necessary. | |
| CB1234 seal leaking | REMOVE the main control valve body, REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . INSPECT the CB1234 circuit seal between the main control valve body and the transmission case for missing or damaged seal. INSTALL a new seal. | |
| Front planetary sun gear and shell assembly | INSPECT the sun gear and shell for wear and damage. INSTALL new components as necessary. Refer to: Transmission . | |
| Low One-Way Clutch (OWC) snap ring | INSPECT the low One-Way Clutch (OWC) snap ring for proper seating in case. Refer to: Transmission . | |
| Low One-Way Clutch (OWC)/Forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch steel plate | DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch steel plates. INSTALL new components as necessary. Refer to: Transmission . | |
| Low One-Way Clutch (OWC)/Forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch friction plates | DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch friction and steel plates. INSTALL new components as necessary. Refer to: Transmission . | |
| Forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch piston seal leakage. | INSTALL a new forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch piston. Refer to: Transmission . | |
| Forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch always applied | Solenoid body filter seal damaged at SSA | INSTALL a new solenoid body filter screen. Refer to: Solenoid Body . |
| SSA mechanically stuck ON | INSTALL a new solenoid body. Refer to: Solenoid Body . PERFORM the Transmission Strategy Download, REFER to: Transmission Strategy Download . | |
| Forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch regulator valve stuck ON | REMOVE the main control valve body, REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN and INSPECT the forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch regulator valve. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . If bore or valve is damaged, INSTALL a new main control valve body. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . | |
| SSA SIG, CB1234, CB1234 SUP hydraulic circuits blocked/leaking | REMOVE the main control valve body, REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the main control valve body and separator plate passages for leakage. INSPECT the CB1234 check ball for blocked passage. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . CLEAN as necessary. | |
| Front planetary sun gear and shell assembly | INSPECT the sun gear and shell for wear and damage. INSTALL new components necessary. Refer to: Transmission . | |
| Forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch friction plates | DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch friction and steel plates. INSTALL new components as necessary. Refer to: Transmission . | |
| Forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch piston return spring | INSPECT the return spring for proper installation and damage. INSTALL new components as necessary. Refer to: Transmission . | |
| Forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch delayed/soft/slipping apply | Incorrect Transmission Strategy programmed into PCM | PERFORM the Transmission Strategy Download, REFER to: Transmission Strategy Download . |
| Solenoid body filter seal damaged at SSA | INSTALL a new solenoid body filter screen. Refer to: Solenoid Body . | |
| SSA mechanically stuck | INSTALL a new solenoid body. Refer to: Solenoid Body . PERFORM the Transmission Strategy Download, REFER to: Transmission Strategy Download . | |
| Forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch regulator valve sticking | REMOVE the main control valve body, REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN and INSPECT the forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch regulator valve. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . If bore or valve is damaged, INSTALL a new main control valve body. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . | |
| Forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch boost valve stuck ON | REMOVE the main control valve body, REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN and INSPECT the forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch boost valve and bias spring. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . If bore, valve or spring is damaged, INSTALL a new main control valve body. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . | |
| SSA SIG, CB1234, CB1234 SUP hydraulic circuits blocked/leaking | REMOVE the main control valve body, REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the main control valve body and separator plate passages for debris/blockage. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . CLEAN as necessary. | |
| CB1234 seal leaking | REMOVE the main control valve body, REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . INSPECT the CB1234 circuit seal between the main control valve body and the transmission case for missing or damaged seal. INSTALL a new seal. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . | |
| Low One-Way Clutch (OWC)/Forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch pressure plate | DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the low One-Way Clutch (OWC)/forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch pressure plate. INSTALL new components as necessary. Refer to: Transmission . | |
| Forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch friction plates | DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch friction and steel plates. INSTALL new components as necessary. Refer to: Transmission . | |
| Forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch piston return spring | INSPECT the return spring for proper installation and damage. INSTALL new components as necessary. Refer to: Transmission . | |
| Forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch harsh apply | Incorrect Transmission Strategy programmed into PCM | PERFORM the Transmission Strategy Download, REFER to: Transmission Strategy Download . |
| SSA mechanically sticking | INSTALL a new solenoid body. Refer to: Solenoid Body . PERFORM the Transmission Strategy Download, REFER to: Transmission Strategy Download . | |
| Forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch regulator valve sticking | REMOVE the main control valve body, REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN and INSPECT the forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch regulator valve and bias spring. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . If bore, valve or spring is damaged, INSTALL a new main control valve body. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . | |
| Forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch boost valve sticking | REMOVE the main control valve body, REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN and INSPECT the forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch boost valve and bias spring. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . If bore, valve or spring is damaged, INSTALL a new main control valve body. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . | |
| SSA SIG, CB1234, CB1234 SUP hydraulic circuits blocked/leaking | REMOVE the main control valve body, REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the main control and separator plate passages for leakage. INSPECT CB1234 check ball for blocked passage. CLEAN as necessary. | |
| Forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch piston return spring | INSPECT the return spring for proper installation and damage. INSTALL new components as necessary. Refer to: Transmission . | |
| Forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch friction plates | DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the forward (1, 2, 3, 4) clutch friction and steel plates. INSTALL new components as necessary. Refer to: Transmission . | |