Automatic transmission specifications General characteristics Type (all models) - Torque converter with electrically controlled mechanical locking system; two assemblies of epicyclic gears giving...
General description of automatic transmission Note: If it becomes necessary to tow a vehicle with a working transmission, only tow it forward (transmission in N), on four wheels, for a distance of not more...
Transmission Fluid — Change 1. This step will take much less time if you make a short trip first to warm up the engine/transmission to normal operating temperature. 2. Park your car on...
Downshift mechanism — adjustment 1. Remove the heater block, air filter or intake duct so that the throttle valve can be seen (see Sections 4A or 4B , if it is needed). 2. Have an assistant...
Downshift mechanism — removal and installation Removing Loosen the mat lock located under the gas pedal and lift the mat. Disconnect the switch wiring (the wire goes to the center of the dashboard) and...
Starter lock — removal and installation Removing 1. Apply the handbrake and set the lever to the position "N". 2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. 3. Loosen the fixing nut and remove...
Shift cable — adjustment Adjustment 1. After asking an assistant to move the shift lever, verify that the control lever on the transmission moves to the appropriate stop. limiter "R"...
Gearshift cable — removal and installation Removing 1. Apply the handbrake and set the lever to the position "R". 2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. 3. Remove the clip and remove the...
Central console — removal and installation Removing 1. Remove drive mode select lever (see above). 2. Remove the four hex screws securing the center console to the floor and remove it. Installation 3....
Submode switches — removal and installation Submode button "Economy/Sport" Removing 1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. 2. Remove drive mode select lever (see above). 3. Insert a welding...
Differential seals — replacement Removing 1. Drain the transmission fluid (see above). 2. Proceed as described in Section 7A , using transmission fluid to lubricate new oil seals Installation...
Transmission — removal and installation Note: If the transmission is being removed for repair, make sure it is the transmission itself that is damaged, not the control system (see "Troubleshooting")....
Troubleshooting automatic transmission Note: Due to the complexity of the automatic transmission unit, it is very difficult to properly diagnose and troubleshoot this unit on your own. For problems...