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A/T - Harsh Engagement Shock: Overview

Group: TRANSAXLE

Number: 97-40-028

Date: SEPTEMBER, 1997

Model: ALL

Subject
PARK-REVERSE OR PARK-DRIVE GEAR ENGAGEMENT SHOCK DIAGNOSIS

DESCRIPTION:

Some vehicles may have a harsh engagement shock when shifting from Park to Reverse or Park to Drive. This condition may be more pronounced when the automatic transaxle fluid (ATF) is cold. If you encounter a vehicle with this condition, please follow the diagnostic procedure shown below.





PARTS INFORMATION:

WARRANTY INFORMATION:

Normal warranty operation codes and times apply.