Automatic Transmission
Road TestSpecial Tools Required
Backprobe set 07SAZ-001000A (two required)
1. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).
2. Apply the parking brake, and block rear wheels. Start the engine, then shift to the D position while pressing the brake pedal. Press the accelerator pedal, and release it suddenly. The engine should not stall.
3. Repeat the same test in the D3 position.
4. Connect the Honda PGM Tester (A), and go to the PGM-FI Data List; then go to step 9. If you don't have a PGM Tester, go to step 5.
5. Remove the glove box stops, then open the glove box.
6. Remove the harness connector clamp from the bracket. Loosen the mounting nut on the lower right of the PCM, and remove the mounting bolt and nut on the left of the PCM.
7. Lift the PCM up to clear the mounting nut on the lower right of the PCM, then pull out the PCM.
8. Connect a digital multimeter (A) and the special tools (B) to check voltage between the A15 (+) terminal and A23 (-) or A24 (-) terminal of the PCM (C).
9. Test-drive the vehicle on a flat road in the D position, check for abnormal noise and clutch slippage. While driving, check that the shift points occur at the proper speeds by monitoring the throttle position sensor voltage and comparing your shift point speeds and voltage to those in the table. (The throttle position sensor voltage represents the throttle opening.)
D17A1 Engine:
Upshift D Position
Downshift D Position
D17A2 Engine:
Upshift D Position
Downshift D Position
10. Accelerate to about 35 mph (57 km/h) so the transmission is in 4th, then shift from the D position to the 2 position.
The vehicle should immediately begin slowing down from engine braking.
11. Check for abnormal noise and clutch slippage in the following positions.
2 (2nd Gear) Position
Accelerate from a stop at full throttle. Check that there is no abnormal noise or clutch slippage. Upshifts and downshifts should not occur with the shift lever in this position.
R (Reverse) Position
Accelerate from a stop at full throttle, and check for abnormal noise and clutch slippage.
12. Test in the P (Park) Position.
Park the vehicle on a slope (about 16°), apply the parking brake, and shift into the P position. Release the brake; the vehicle should not move.