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Stall Speed Test: Test

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NOTICE: 

NOTE: The stall speed should be the same in all positions/modes.
  1. Stall Speed - Test

    Preconditions 

    • Engine Warmed Up
      NOTE: Warm up the engine by raising the engine speed around 3, 000 rpm until the cooling fan(s) comes on.
    • Parking Brake Applied
    • All Four Wheels Blocked
    • A/C Switch OFF
    • ATF Level Normal Condition 
    • HDS Connected

    Procedure/Specifications 

    1. Select the following menu buttons on the HDS screen in sequence.

    • AT (System Selection Menu)
    • Data List

    2. Start the engine.

    3. Shift the transmission to D position/mode while pressing the brake pedal firmly, then press the accelerator pedal, and note the engine speed.

    NOTICE: 

    Do not change the shift position/mode or remove your foot off the brake pedal, while raising the engine speed.

    4. Allow 2 minutes for cooling, then repeat the test in R position/mode.

    Specifications 

    HDS Item Application Position/Mode Standard Value
    Engine Speed 2.0 L Engine D/R 1, 600-2, 000 rpm
    3.0 L Engine D 1, 900-2, 300 rpm
    R 1, 750-2, 150 rpm

    Result 

    • If the measurement is not within specifications, refer to the problem and primary probable cause listed in the table.

    Abnormal Details 

    Problem Primary Probable Cause
    Stall speed rpm high in D position/mode
    • Clutch pressure control solenoid valve G defective
    • B1 cut valve defective
    • B1 brake defective
    Stall speed rpm high in R position/mode
    • Clutch pressure control solenoid valve B defective
    • Clutch pressure control solenoid valve F defective
    • C3 clutch defective
    • B2 brake defective
    Stall speed rpm low in D and R positions/modes Torque converter lock-up clutch piston defective