Delayed Forward and Delayed Reverse

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DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINES - DELAYED FORWARD AND DELAYED REVERSE

Possible Component	Reference/Action
209 - ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
PCM (gasoline engines), Transmission Control Module (TCM) (diesel engines), external vehicle wiring harnesses, transmission internal harness, Pressure Control Solenoid A (PCA), Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor, Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) 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 E . For diesel engines, GO to PINPOINT TEST J . Repair as necessary. Clear the DTCs, road test and rerun OBD test.
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 .
Selector Lever Cable
Cable system damaged, misaligned	Inspect and repair as necessary. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS .
Incorrect Line Pressures
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.
Low/Reverse Clutch Assembly
Seals, piston damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Filtered orifice damaged, missing, not seating, off location	Inspect for mislocation, poor seating, damage. Install a new case.
Friction elements damaged or worn	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Return springs damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Snap ring for One-Way Clutch (OWC) and/or return spring not seated or damaged	Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.