Sidekick JSS 4D Hard Top 2WD L4-1.8L (1997)
Shift Solenoid: Testing and Inspection
SOLENOID VALVES
(Shift solenoid valves & TCC solenoid valve)
INSPECTION
With couplers of PCM disconnected and using service wire as shown above, check each solenoid valve for clicking sound.
REMOVAL
1) Pull out dipstick and lift up vehicle.
2) With engine cooled, remove drain plug from oil pan and drain A/T fluid.
3) Install drain plug with gasket.
Tightening Torque
(a): 23 Nm, (2.3 kg-m, 17.0 lb-ft)
4) Remove exhaust pipe bracket and disconnect front propeller shaft from front differential.
5) Remove oil pan bolts.
6) Disconnect oil cooler pipe from transmission case and remove oil pan.
7) Remove oil tubes.
8) Remove solenoid valve No.1 (shift solenoid valve A and B) or solenoid valve No.2 (TCC solenoid valve).
