High Stalling Speed
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The test conditions described in Check above, have been met. Is acceleration from 0-100 km/h normal?
If the stall speed recorded exceeds the normal value by more than 300 RPM:
Check if the oil is discolored or smells burnt. See Oil, quality check .
If the oil is OK, replace the torque converter: (See the procedures that also apply when replacing the torque converter).
- For gasoline engines: see Gearbox, removing and Transmission, installing
- Diesel engines: see Removing the transmission and Transmission, installing .
Dirty oil indicates worn or burnt clutch plates. Replace the transmission:
- For gasoline engines: see Gearbox, removing and Transmission, installing
- Diesel engines: see Removing the transmission and Transmission, installing .
Check the stalling speed again after replacing the transmission.