Inspection Procedure 8: The clutch slips when the vehicle starts or during gear shift: Diagnosis
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- STEP 1. Check the transaxle control cable. < When the clutch slips at vehicle start >
Check the installation status of transaxle control cable and transmission range switch.
Q: Is the check result normal?
- YES: Go to Step 2.
- NO: Adjust the installation status of transaxle control cable and transmission range switch. (Refer to TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH CHECK .)
- STEP 2. Check the transmission fluid.
Check the transmission fluid for seizure, fouling, and foreign material.
Q: Is the check result normal?
- YES: Go to Step 3.
- NO: Go to Step 5.
- STEP 3. Check the transmission fluid level.
Check if the transmission fluid level is adequate.
Q: Is the check result normal?
- YES: Go to Step 4.
- NO: Check and repair the leakage point of the transmission fluid, add the transmission fluid, and then go to Step 4.
- STEP 4. Perform a hydraulic test.
Refer to HYDRAULIC PRESSURE TESTS .
Q: Is the check result normal?
- YES: The procedure is complete.
- NO: Go to Step 5.
- STEP 5. Remove the transaxle assembly from the vehicle.
Disassemble and check the transaxle assembly to check if there is a foreign material inside.
Q: Is the check result satisfactory?
- YES: Replace the transaxle assembly.
- NO: Replace the failure part.