Transaxle Tester Installation
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.
Installing the transaxle tester at the solenoid body connector allows the separation of the vehicle electronics from the transaxle electronics. Disconnecting the normal vehicle electronics will set additional DTCs and cause firm shifts. Disconnecting the transaxle connector defaults the transaxle to maximum line pressure.
NOTE:
- During tester usage, additional DTCs may be set. Therefore, it is important that all DTCs are erased after repairs have been made. To verify elimination of all DTCs, rerun the On-Board Diagnostic Test. See DIAGNOSTIC TESTS .
CAUTION:
- Do not attempt to pry off connectors with a screwdriver. This will damage the connector and could result in transaxle problems.
- Disconnect the emission harness at the transaxle connector and at the TSS connector on the oil pump body in the LH wheel arch.
- Turn the tester solenoid select dial to the "OHMS CHECK" position.
CAUTION:
- Route all cables away from heat sources.
- Install the SST
(Transaxle overlay) onto tester. Connect the SST
(Transaxle diagnostic harness) to the transaxle tester and then to the appropriate solenoid body connector and turbine shaft speed (TSS) connector.
CAUTION:
- Route all gauge lines away from heat sources.
WARNING:- Removing the line pressure inspection port bolt when the ATF is hot can be dangerous. Hot ATF can come out of the opening and cause severe burns. Before removing the line pressure inspection port bolt, allow the ATF to cool.
- Remove the line pressure inspection port plug then connect the SSTs.
- Plug the transaxle tester power supply plug into the cigarette lighter socket. At this time, all LED's should illuminate for a short period and then turn off. This is the tester's internal circuit inspection.
- Set the Bench/Drive switch to "BENCH" mode.