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Torque Converter Clutch Does Not Operate Smoothly




Torque converter clutch does not operate smoothly

Shift solenoid valve D defective

A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C defective

Torque converter clutch piston defective

Torque converter check valve defective

Lock-up shift valve defective

Lock-up control valve defective

Lock-up timing valve defective

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Inspect the shift solenoid valve function with the HDS Shift Solenoid Valve Test, Replacement, And Shift Solenoid Wire Harness Replacement.

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Check for a seized shift solenoid valve, and inspect the O-rings.

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Inspect the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C with the HDS A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve C Test.

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Inspect the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve body gasket, the ATF feed pipes, and the O-rings for wear and damage.

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Check the line pressure A/T Pressure Test.

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Replace the torque converter.

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Check the torque converter check valve, the lock-up shift valve, and the lock-up timing valve in the main valve body for free movement, and check the valve springs for wear and damage.

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Check the lock-up control valve in the regulator valve body for free movement, and check the valve spring for wear and damage.