Feel - Soft/Slipping (Some/All)

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DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINES - FEEL - SOFT/SLIPPING (SOME/ALL)

Possible Component	Reference/Action
213 - 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), Pressure Control Solenoid A (PCA), Turbine Shaft Speed (TSS)/intermediate shaft speed 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 D and GO to PINPOINT TEST E . For diesel engines, GO to PINPOINT TEST F , GO to PINPOINT TEST I and GO to PINPOINT TEST J . Repair as necessary. Clear the DTCs, road test and rerun OBD test.
Some Shifts Soft/Slipping Only
	If only some of the shifts are soft/slipping, determine which shift(s) is missing.
	Refer to the following routine(s) for further Soft/Slipping concerns: Soft/Slipping 1-2 Shift, Routine 226 Soft/Slipping 2-3 Shift, Routine 227 Soft/Slipping 3-5 Shift, Routine 228 Soft/Slipping 4-6 Shift, Routine 229 Soft/Slipping 5-6 Shift, Routine 230 Soft/Slipping 6-5 Shift, Routine 231 Soft/Slipping 6-4 Shift, Routine 232 Soft/Slipping 5-3 Shift, Routine 233 Soft/Slipping 3-2 Shift, Routine 234 Soft/Slipping 2-1 Shift, Routine 235
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 assembly.
Control valves, springs or seals damaged, stuck or not assembled correctly	Inspect for damage. Install a new seal or pump assembly.