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Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve Test

Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve Test





1. Connect the HDS to the DLC (A).
2. Choose Lockup Solenoid Test in Miscellaneous Test Menu on the HDS.
3. Check that the torque converter clutch solenoid valve operates with the HDS. A clicking sound should be heard.
^ If a clicking sound is heard, the valve is OK.
^ If no clicking sound is heard, go to step 4.
4. Remove the intake air duct and air cleaner housing.





5. Disconnect torque converter clutch solenoid valve connector.
6. Measure torque converter clutch solenoid valve resistance at the solenoid valve connector terminals.
Standard: 12 - 25 Ohms
^ Replace torque converter clutch solenoid valve if the resistance is out of standard.
^ If the resistance is within the standard, go to step 7.
7. Connect the battery negative terminal to torque converter clutch solenoid valve connector terminal No. 1, and connect the battery positive terminal to the terminal No. 2. A clicking sound should be heard.
8. Replace torque converter clutch solenoid valve if no clicking sound is heard.
9. Install the air cleaner housing and intake air duct.