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

1. PROBLEM SYMPTOM CONFIRMATION

(a) Based on the result of the customer problem analysis, try to reproduce the symptoms. If the problem is that the transaxle does not shift up, shift down, or the shift point is too high or too low, conduct the following road test referring to the automatic shift schedule and simulate the problem symptoms.

2. ROAD TEST

(a) Perform a road test.

CAUTION:
Check for safety before performing any tests.

NOTICE:
* Be sure to inspect and adjust the engine before performing these tests.
* Perform the road test with the engine coolant temperature between 60 and 90°C (140 and 194°F) and the ATF temperature between 40 and 110°C (104 and 230°F).
* Perform these tests with the air conditioning and cruise control off.