Check Engagement Time

NOTE:
- The check provides information about the condition of the brakes and clutch.
- Carry out several tests and work from the average value of the results.
- Allow 1 minute to elapse between each test.
- Always check oil level first. Transmission must have normal working temperature (over 50°C).

1. Preparation
- Apply parking brake
- Start engine and check idling speed.
2. Measuring of engagement time from position N to D.
- Move gear shift from position N to D and use a stopwatch to measure the time which elapses between shifting and engagement (a short jolt).
The time should be less than 0.7 seconds.
- Repeat the procedure several times and calculate an average time.
3. Measureing of engagement time from position N to R.
- Repeat the procedure as per steps 1 and 2 but move gear shift lever from position N to R.
The time should be less than 1.2 seconds.
4. If engagement time is too long, replace transmission.