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Lock-Up Is Not Released

14 Lock-up Is Not Released

SYMPTOM: Lock-up is not released when accelerator pedal is released.

1. CHECK THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR [ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION (APP) SENSOR] CIRCUIT
With CONSULT-II
Does "TCM INPUT SIGNALS" in "DATA MONITOR" show damage to the throttle position switch [accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor] circuit?
Without CONSULT-II





Does self-diagnosis show damage to the throttle position sensor [accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor] circuit?
Yes or No
Yes >> Check the throttle position switch [accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor circuit.
No >>GO TO 2.

2. CHECK SYMPTOM
Check again.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 3.

3. CHECK TCM INSPECTION
1. Perform TCM input/output signal inspection.
2. If NG, recheck TCM pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.