Transaxle Engagement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda 626. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
- Engagement will be harsh and line pressure will be at maximum regardless of the EPC switch during reverse check.
- Verify that the Bench/Drive switch is in "DRIVE" mode.
- Turn GEAR SELECT dial from 1 to 3/R.
- Move the selector lever from PARK to REVERSE.
- Did vehicle shift into REVERSE?
- Was engagement harsh?
- Move the selector lever from REVERSE to PARK.
- Move the selector lever from PARK to REVERSE.
- Turn GEAR SELECT dial to 1.
- Depress EPC switch. Line pressure should drop to idle pressure.
- While holding the EPC switch down, move the selector lever from PARK to DRIVE.
- Did the vehicle shift into DRIVE?
- Was engagement smooth?
- Move the selector lever from DRIVE to PARK.
- Release EPC switch. Pressure should return to maximum.
- With the EPC switch released, repeat steps 3-(2) and (3). Engagement should be firm.