Feel - Harsh (Some/All)

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DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINES - FEEL - HARSH (SOME/ALL)

Possible Component	Reference/Action
214 - ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
PCM (gasoline engines), Transmission Control Module (TCM) (diesel engines), vehicle wiring harnesses, transmission internal harness, Shift Solenoid Pressure Control B (SSPCB), Turbine Shaft Speed (TSS)/intermediate shaft speed sensor, Output Shaft Speed (OSS) sensor, Transmission Fluid Temperature (TFT) sensor	Carry out On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) tests. Refer to the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE MODELS for diagnosis and testing of the PCM. For gasoline engines, GO to PINPOINT TEST A , GO to PINPOINT TEST B and GO to PINPOINT TEST E . For diesel engines, GO to PINPOINT TEST F , GO to PINPOINT TEST G and GO to PINPOINT TEST J . Repair as necessary. Clear the DTCs, road test and rerun OBD test.
Some Shifts Harsh Only
	If only some of the shifts are harsh, determine which shift(s) is missing.
	Refer to the following routine(s) for further Harsh Shift concerns: Harsh 1-2 Shift, Routine 236 Harsh 2-3 Shift, Routine 237 Harsh 3-5 Shift, Routine 238 Harsh 4-6 Shift, Routine 239 Harsh 5-6 Shift, Routine 240 Harsh 6-5 Shift, Routine 241 Harsh 6-4 Shift, Routine 242 Harsh 5-3 Shift, Routine 243 Harsh 3-2 Shift, Routine 244 Harsh 2-1 Shift, Routine 245
Transmission Fluid
Incorrect level	Check transmission fluid level and adjust as necessary. Refer to PRELIMINARY INSPECTION .
Condition	Carry out Transmission Fluid Condition Check. Refer to PRELIMINARY INSPECTION .
Incorrect Line Pressures
High/low pressures	Check pressure at line tap. Carry out Line Pressure Test. Refer to SPECIAL TESTING PROCEDURES . Follow the pressure diagnosis test as required.
Solenoid Body Assembly
Bolts not tightened to specification	Tighten to specification.
Filter gasket damaged	Inspect for damage. If damaged, install a new filter gasket.
Contamination	Disassemble and clean.
Solenoid damaged, stuck or bore damaged, manual valve damaged, stuck or bore damaged	If damaged or parts are missing, install a new solenoid body assembly. If misassembled, reassemble correctly.
Fluid Pump Assembly
Bolts not tightened to specification	Tighten to specification.
Gasket damaged	Inspect for damage. If damaged, install a new gasket.
Porosity, cross leaks, cup plug missing, plugged hole	Inspect for damage. If damaged, repair as necessary.
Pump gears and/or gear pocket damaged	Inspect for damage. Install a new pump.
Control valves, springs or seals damaged, stuck or not assembled correctly	Inspect for damage. Install a new seal or pump assembly.
Torque Converter
Internal failure	Remove the transmission. Inspect for damage. Refer to TORQUE CONVERTER CONTAMINATION INSPECTION . If the torque converter fails to pass the criteria for replacement or is damaged, install a new or remanufactured torque converter. Refer to Routine 251: Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) always applied/stalls vehicle .