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Coast Clutch Engagement

NOTE: This test should be performed on the road. If performed on the hoist the technician may not feel the coast clutch engage.


1. Accelerate and shift vehicle up into 3rd gear. Depress the CCS switch and immediately back off the throttle.
Did the coast clutch engage?
Did engine braking occur?
Did the CCS solenoid activate?

2. Release the CCS switch.
- Does the 005 solenoid deactivate?
- Does the coast clutch disengage?

3. Does the transmission pass these tests? If not refer to Diagnosis By Symptom.