Mechanical System Tests

TX6A AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SYSTEM: MECHANICAL SYSTEM TESTS; 2013 MY FR-S [03/2012 -]

1. PERFORM MECHANICAL SYSTEM TESTS

(a) Measure the stall speed.

The object of this test is to check the overall performance of the transmission and engine by measuring the stall speeds in the D position.

NOTICE:
* Driving test should be done on a paved road (a nonskid road).
* Perform the test at the normal operating ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) temperature 60 to 90°C (140 to 194°F).
* Do not continuously run this test for longer than 5 seconds.
* To ensure safety, do this test in a wide, clear level area which provides good traction.
* The stall test should always be carried out in pairs. One technician should observe the conditions of wheels or wheel stoppers outside the vehicle while the other is doing the test.
* Be sure to perform a road teat after inspecting and adjusting the engine.

(1) Check the 4 wheels.

(2) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

(3) Fully apply the parking brake.

(4) Keep your left foot pressed firmly on the brake pedal.

(5) Start the engine.

(6) Shift into the D position. Press all the way down on the accelerator pedal with your right foot.

(7) Quickly read the stall speed at this time.

Stall speed:

2350 +- 250 rpm

Evaluation:





(b) Measure the time lag.

(1) When the shift lever is shifted while the engine is idling, there will be a certain time lapse or lag before the shock can be felt. This is used for checking the condition of the clutch, and brake.

NOTICE:
* Be sure to perform a road teat after inspecting and adjusting the engine.
* Fully apply the parking brake and chock the 4 wheels.
* Perform the test at the normal operating ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) temperature: 60 to 90°C (140 to 194°F).
* Be sure to allow 1 minute interval between tests.
* Perform the test three times, and measure the time lags. Calculate the average value of the three time lags.

(2) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

(3) Fully apply the parking brake.

(4) Start and warm up the engine and check idle speed.

Idle speed:

approx. 700 rpm (In N position and A/C OFF)

(5) Shift the lever from N to D position. Using a stop watch, measure the time from when the lever is shifted until the shock is felt.

Time lag:

N -> D less than 1.2 seconds

(6) In the same way, measure the time lag for N -> R.

Time lag:

N -> R less than 1.5 seconds

Evaluation (If N -> D or N -> R time lag is longer than the specified):