Intermediate Clutch Assembly
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Intermediate Clutch
For intermediate (2, 6) clutch operation, REFER to: Transmission Description . REFER to: Intermediate Clutch Assembly .
Intermediate Clutch
| Condition | Possible Sources | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Intermediate (2, 6) clutch does not apply | SSC solenoid filter blocked | CLEAN or INSTALL a new solenoid. REFER to: Solenoid . |
| SSC is mechanically stuck OFF | INSTALL a new solenoid. REFER to: Solenoid . | |
| Intermediate (2, 6) clutch regulator valve stuck OFF | DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN and INSPECT the intermediate (2, 6) clutch regulator valve. If bore or valve is damaged, INSTALL a new main control valve body. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . | |
| SSC VBS CB26, CB26 hydraulic circuits blocked or leaking | DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the main control valve body and separator plate passages for debris/blockage. CLEAN as necessary. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . | |
| CB26 hydraulic circuit blocked or leaking | DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the transmission case passages for debris/blockage. CLEAN as necessary. | |
| Rear planetary sun gear and shell assembly | INSPECT the sun gear and shell for wear and damage. INSTALL new components as necessary. | |
| Intermediate (2, 6) clutch friction plates | DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the intermediate (2, 6) clutch friction and steel plates. INSTALL new components as necessary. | |
| Intermediate (2, 6) clutch piston seal leakage | INSPECT the intermediate (2, 6) clutch piston and seals. INSTALL new components as necessary. | |
| Intermediate (2, 6) clutch always applied | SSC solenoid O-rings cut/damaged | INSTALL a new solenoid. REFER to: Solenoid . |
| SSC mechanically stuck ON | INSTALL a new solenoid. REFER to: Solenoid . | |
| Intermediate (2, 6) clutch regulator valve stuck ON | DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN and INSPECT the intermediate (2, 6) clutch regulator valve and spring. If bore or valve is damaged, INSTALL a new main control valve body. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . | |
| VBS CB26, CB26 hydraulic circuits leaking | DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the main control valve body and separator plate passages for leakage. INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . | |
| Rear planetary sun gear and shell assembly | INSPECT the sun gear and shell for damage that would prevent free rotation. INSTALL new components as necessary. | |
| Intermediate (2, 6) clutch friction plates | DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the intermediate (2, 6) clutch friction and steel plates. INSTALL new components as necessary. | |
| Intermediate (2, 6) clutch piston return spring | INSPECT the return spring for proper installation or damage. INSTALL new components as necessary. | |
| Intermediate (2, 6) clutch delayed/soft/slipping apply | Incorrect Transmission Strategy programmed into PCM | Remove SSC and record solenoid band number. REFER to: Solenoid . Using the scan tool, verify the correct band number is stored in the PCM. If the band numbers do not match, INSTALL a new SSC with correct band number. |
| SSC solenoid filter partially blocked or restricted | CLEAN or INSTALL a new solenoid. REFER to: Solenoid . | |
| SSC mechanically sticking | INSTALL a new solenoid. REFER to: Solenoid . | |
| Intermediate (2, 6) clutch regulator valve sticking | DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN and INSPECT the intermediate (2, 6) clutch regulator valve. If bore or valve is damaged, INSTALL a new main control valve body. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . | |
| VBS CB26, CB26 hydraulic circuits blocked or leaking | DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the main control valve body and separator plate passages for debris/blockage. CLEAN as necessary. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . | |
| CB26 supply hydraulic circuit blocked or leaking | DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the transmission case passages for debris/blockage. CLEAN as necessary. | |
| Intermediate (2, 6) clutch friction plates | DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the intermediate (2, 6) clutch friction and steel plates. INSTALL new components as necessary. | |
| Intermediate (2, 6) clutch piston seal leakage | INSPECT the intermediate (2, 6) clutch piston and seals. INSTALL new components as necessary. | |
| Intermediate (2, 6) clutch harsh apply | Incorrect Transmission Strategy programmed into PCM | Remove SSC and record solenoid band number. REFER to: Solenoid . Using the scan tool, verify the correct band number is stored in the PCM. If the band numbers do not match, INSTALL a new SSC with correct band number. |
| SSC mechanically sticking | INSTALL a new solenoid. REFER to: Solenoid . | |
| Intermediate (2, 6) clutch regulator valve sticking | DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN and INSPECT the intermediate (2, 6) clutch regulator valve and spring. If bore, valve or spring is damaged, INSTALL a new main control valve body. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . | |
| VBS CB26, CB26 hydraulic circuits blocked or leaking | DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the main control valve body and separator plate passages for debris/blockage/leakage. CLEAN as necessary. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . | |
| Intermediate (2, 6) clutch friction plates | DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the intermediate (2, 6) clutch friction and steel plates. INSTALL new components as necessary. | |
| Intermediate (2, 6) clutch piston return spring | INSPECT the return spring for proper installation and damage. INSTALL new components as necessary. |