Inspection Procedure 4: Does not Move Backward


COMMENTS ON TROUBLE SYMPTOM


If the vehicle does not move backward when the selector lever is shifted to R range while the engine is idling, the cause is probably abnormal pressure of the reverse clutch and low-reverse brake or a malfunction of the reverse clutch, low-reverse brake, or valve body.

PROBABLE CAUSES



DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE

STEP 1. M.U.T.-III actuator test
Item 1: Low-reverse solenoid valve
OK: Operating sound can be heard.

Q. Is the check result normal?
Go to Step 2.
Replace the low-reverse solenoid valve.

STEP 2. Hydraulic pressure test
Measure the hydraulic pressure for reverse clutch and low-reverse brake when the selector lever is at the R range.
OK: Refer to .

Q. Is the check result normal?
Go to Step 5.
Go to Step 3.

STEP 3. A/T-ECU <4M4> or engine-A/T-ECU <6G7> replacement
(1)Replace the A/T-ECU <4M4> or engine-A/T-ECU <6G7>.
(2)Test drive the vehicle.
(3)Verify that the condition described by the customer exists.

Q. Does a malfunction take place again?
Go to Step 4.
The inspection is complete.

STEP 4. Valve body disassembly clean and assembly
(1)Check the bolts for looseness and the O-ring, solenoid valve and valve body for damage.
Replace the valve body assembly if the damages are thought to be irreparable.
(2)Test drive the vehicle.
(3)Verify that the condition described by the customer exists.

Q. Does a malfunction take place again?
Go to Step 5.
The inspection is complete.

STEP 5. Reverse clutch and low-reverse brake check
Check the facing for seizure and the piston seal ring for damage and interference with the retainer.

Q. Is the check result normal?
The inspection is complete.
Repair or replace the reverse clutch and low-reverse brake.