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The Transmission Functional test should be the starting point of any mechanical/hydraulic transmission diagnosis. This table assumes that there are no DTCs set. Problems with the electronic transmission control system should be corrected before performing any of the diagnostic procedures in the Mechanical/Hydraulic Systems.

Transmission Functional Test - 4L30-E

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Was the Powertrain or Transmission On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check performed?

--

Go to Step 2

Go to On-Board Diagnostic System Check

2

Perform the Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure.

Is the action complete?

--

Go to Step 3

--

3

Perform the following procedures:

    • The Electrical/Garage Shift Test
    • The Road Test Procedure

Is a harsh/soft shift condition present?

--

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 4

4

Is there a poor transmission performance present?

 

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 5

5

Is there a poor TCC performance present?

--

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 6

6

Is there a delayed or no engagement into drive or reverse present?

--

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 7

7

Is a vibration or noise present?

--

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 8

8

Is the fluid leaking?

--

Go to Step 14

Go to Step 9

9

Are there any other transmission conditions present?

--

Go to Step 15

System OK

10

Perform the Line Pressure Check .

Was a problem found and corrected?

--

Verify repair

Go to Step 15

11

Refer to the Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Diagnosis .

Was a problem found and corrected?

--

Verify repair

Go to Step 15

12

Perform the transmission Line Pressure Check .

Was a problem found and corrected?

--

Verify repair

Go to Step 15

13

Refer to the Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Diagnosis .

Was a problem found and corrected?

--

Verify repair

Go to Step 15

14

Refer to the Fluid Leak Diagnosis and Repair Procedure .

Is repair complete?

--

Verify repair

--

15

Refer to the Symptoms and make repairs as directed.

Is the action complete?

--

Verify repair

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