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Throttle Valve Control Pressure Check

  1. Install pressure gauge on transmission line pressure tap. See Fig 1 . Install tachometer on engine. Apply parking brake. Ensure engine is at normal operating temperature.
  2. Operate engine at 1000 RPM. With gear selector in "P" position, note oil pressure reading. Move gear selector to "D" position, and note oil pressure reading.
  3. Oil pressure "D" reading must be equal to "P" reading or must not exceed it by more than 10 psi (.70 kg/cm). Operate engine at 1400 RPM. Oil pressure should increase. Adjust throttle valve cable if pressure does not increase. See appropriate TRANSMISSION SERVICING - A/T article in the AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICING section.
Fig 1: Locating Line Pressure Tap
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CAUTION: DO NOT  perform following pressure tests for longer than 2 minutes or transmission damage may occur.