Road Test

NOTE: Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).

1. Apply parking brake and block the wheels. Start the engine, then shift D4 position while depressing the brake pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal and release it suddenly. The engine should not stall.
2. Repeat same test in D3 position.





3. Test-drive the vehicle on a flat road in the D4 position. Check that the shift points occur at the approximate speeds shown. Also check for abnormal noise and clutch slippage.

NOTE: Throttle position sensor voltage represents the throttle opening.

a. Remove the PCM cover mounting nuts and turn the PCM over.
b. Set the digital multimeter to check voltage between D1 (+) terminal and AS (-) or A22 (-) terminal of the PCM for the throttle position sensor.

D4 Position Part 1 Of 2:

D4 Position Part 2 Of 2:

4. Accelerate to about 35 mph (57 km/h) so the transmission is in 4th, then shift from D4 position to 2 position. The vehicle should immediately begin slowing down from engine braking.

CAUTION: Do not shift from D4 or D3 position to 2 or 1 position at speeds over 63 mph (100 km/h); you may damage the transmission.

5. Check for abnormal noise and clutch slippage in the following positions.
a. 1 (1st Gear) Position
- Accelerate from a stop at full throttle. Check that there is no abnormal noise or clutch slippage.
- Upshifts should not occur with the selector in this position.
b. 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 selector in this position.
c. R (Reverse) Position
- Accelerate from a stop at full throttle, and check for abnormal noise and clutch slippage.
6. Test in P (Parking) Position: Park the vehicle on a slope (approx. 16°), apply the parking brake, and shift into P position. Release the brake; the vehicle should not move.