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Stall Test

Stall test procedure
1. Check A/T and engine fluid levels. If necessary, add.



2. Drive vehicle for about 10 minutes until engine oil and ATF reach operating temperature.

ATF operating temperature: 50 - 80°C (122 - 176°F)




3. Set parking brake and block wheels.
4. Install a tachometer where it can be seen by driver during test.
It is good practice to put a mark on point of specified engine rpm on indicator.




5. Start engine, apply foot brake, and place selector lever in "D" position.
6. Accelerate to wide-open throttle gradually while applying foot brake.
7. Quickly note the engine stall revolution and immediately release throttle.
During test, never hold throttle wide-open for more than 5 seconds.

Stall revolution: 2,150 - 2,450 rpm




8. Shift selector lever to "N" position.
9. Cool off ATF.
Run engine at idle for at least one minute.

10. Repeat steps 5 through 9 with selector lever in "2", "1" and "R" positions.