Elantra GLS Sedan L4-1.8L (1997)
Transmission Temperature Sensor/Switch: All Technical Service Bulletins
A/T - Torque Converter Clutch Malfunctions
Group: TRANSAXLE
Number: 02-40-007
Date: FEBRUARY, 2002
Model: ALL
Subject:
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH DIAGNOSIS
DESCRIPTION:
The torque converter clutch (TCC) inside the torque converter, also referred to as the "damper clutch" or "lockup clutch", functions to lock the input and
output sections of the torque converter together to provide improved fuel economy.
If you are servicing a transaxle with either of the following conditions, follow the repair procedure shown below:
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Torque converter clutch does not engage when driving at steady speed on the highway.
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Engine stalls when coming to a stop or when shifting into Drive or Reverse
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1.
Check the ATF level when the engine is idling in "N" according to TSB 01-40-013. Adjust the ATF level as needed.
2.
Attach the Hi-Scan Pro and check for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) in both the "ENGINE" and "AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE" menus. If the
DTC shown are found, follow the repair procedure shown. If no DTC are found, go to Step 3.
3.
Using the Hi-Scan Pro, select "HYUNDAI VEHICLE DIAGNOSIS", "AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE" and "CURRENT DATA" menus, then
"OIL TEMPERATURE" or "FLUID TEMPERATURE". Confirm the oil temperature readout is correct as shown. If not, replace the oil
temperature sensor.