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During the road test, the transaxle should be oper- ated in each position to check for slipping and any If vehicle operates properly at highway speeds, but has poor acceleration, the torque converter stator The clutch that is slipping can be determined by noting the transaxle operation in all selector posi- The process of elimination can be used to detect any unit which slips and to confirm proper operation HYDRAULIC PRESSURE TESTS Pressure testing is a very important step in the di- agnostic procedure. These tests usually reveal the Before performing pressure tests, be certain that fluid level and condition, and shift cable adjustments Install an engine tachometer, raise vehicle on hoist which allows front wheels to turn, and position ta- Attach 150 psi gauges to ports required for test be- ing conducted. A 300 psi gauge (C-3293) is required Test port locations are shown in (Figure 1). TEST ONE-SELECTOR IN LOW 1ST GEAR (1) Attach pressure gauge to the low/reverse clutch tap. (2) Move selector lever to the L position. throttle opening to achieve an indicated vehicle (4) Low/reverse clutch pressure should read 115 to 145 psi. ELEMENTS IN USE AT EACH POSITION OF THE SELECTOR LEVER Fig. 4 Oil Level Indicator Location 21 - 94 TRANSAXLE Ä |