Accent GT Coupe L4-1495cc 1.5L DOHC MFI (1997)
Transmission Temperature Sensor/Switch: All Technical Service Bulletins
A/T - 2nd - 3rd Gear Shift Flare/Shudder
Group
TRANSAXLE
Number
03-40-015
Date
AUGUST, 2003
Model
ALL
Subject
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE 2-3 SHIFT FLARE OR SHIFT SHUDDER
DESCRIPTION:
If you are servicing a vehicle with 2-3 shift flare (engine speed increases during the 2-3 shift) or shift shudder, follow the procedure shown below:
1.
CHECK ATF LEVEL:
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Attach a Hi-Scan Pro and select "Automatic Transaxle" and "Current Data" menus and "Oil Temperature Sensor".
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Drive the vehicle until the ATF temperature is at normal operating temperature (158-212°F or 70-100°C).
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Place the shift lever in "Neutral" and check the ATF level on the dipstick. Add SPIII ATF to bring the level to the top of the "FULL" mark.
2.
CHECK FOR APPLICABLE TCM REPROGRAMS AND MODIFIED ATM.
3.
CHECK FOR MODIFIED TCMS.
4.
CHECK TRANSAXLE OIL TEMPERATURE SENSOR: