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Shift Solenoid Valve A Circuit Check

Parts description







Shift solenoid valves A and B are turned ON or OFF by the A/T control unit in response to signals sent from the inhibitor switch, vehicle speed and throttle position sensors. Gears will then be shifted to the optimum position.

Trouble Judgement Conditions





Diagnostic trouble code detecting condition

With CONSULT



1. Start engine.
2. Select "SELF-DIAG RESULTS" mode with CONSULT.
3. Drive vehicle in D(1) -> D(2) position.

With Generic Scan Tool



1. Start engine.
2. Drive vehicle in D(1) -> D(2) position.
3. Select "MODE 3" WITH GENERIC SCAN TOOL.

Without Scan Tool



1. Start engine.
2. Drive vehicle in D(1) -> D(2) position.
3. Perform self-diagnosis.
Refer to Self-Diagnostic Procedure Without Scan Tool.
Displaying & Reading Trouble Codes

Diagnostic Procedure - Shift Solenoid A Circuit: