Shift Solenoid Valve A and C Test

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Remove the starter.
Disconnect the shift control solenoid valve A and C connectors.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Shift Control Solenoid Valve A & C Connectors
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Measure the shift solenoid valve A and C resistance at each solenoid valve connector.
Standard: 12-25 Ω.
Replace shift solenoid valve A or C if the resistance is out of standard.
If the resistance is within the standard, connect the No. 2 terminal of the shift solenoid valve A or C connector to the battery positive terminal, and connect the No. 1 terminal to the battery negative terminal. A clicking sound should be heard. Replace shift solenoid valve A or C if no clicking sound is heard.