IC. Intermittent Harsh Part Throttle 3-2 Shift --

1985-1/2 - All models EXCEPT with 2.8L engines

1986 - All models EXCEPT 2.8L engines with transaxles
built prior to July 21, 1986 (Julian Date 202)

Service Procedure:

Figure 4:

An intermittent harsh 3-2 shift may be caused by a broken 3-2 line control retainer (435) (refer to Figure 4). Remove the transaxle side cover to access the 3-2 line control valve and, if necessary, replace a broken retainer with the part listed below. Also ensure the 3-2 line control valve moves freely in its bore.