Automatic gearbox (Stepspeed Em-CVT) (Fault diagnosis): Description and operation
- Make
- MG
- Model
- TF Factory Workshop Manual
- Year
- 2002–2005
- Section
- Description and operation › Fault diagnosis
Automatic gearbox (Stepspeed Em-CVT)Fault diagnosis
FAULT DIAGNOSIS
Before commencing any gearbox fault diagnosis check that:
- The engine is correctly tuned
- The gearbox fluid and fluid level is correct
- The selector cable is correctly adjusted
- All gearbox and GIU connectors are correctly assembled.
The following tables list possible faults and corrective action required. If the fault remains after the corrective action has been applied, then the gearbox must be replaced.
The tables show tests which can be carried out to determine the fault. The tests are detailed at the end of this section.
Fault: Engine will not start in ’P’ or ’N’
| Fault | Action | Test |
|---|---|---|
| Selector cable out of adjustment | Adjust selector cable See Adjustments. | |
| Park/Neutral switch fault | Check switch | Test 2 |
| Park/Neutral switch open circuit | Check harness continuity |
Fault: Park lock does not hold vehicle
| Fault | Action | Test |
|---|---|---|
| Selector cable out of adjustment | Adjust selector cable See Adjustments. | |
| Gearbox internal damage | Replace gearbox See Repairs. |
Fault: Vehicle moves when ’N’ is selected
| Fault | Action | Test |
|---|---|---|
| Selector cable out of adjustment | Adjust selector cable See Adjustments. | |
| Forward or reverse clutch dragging | Check condition of fluid | Test 1 |
Fault: Engine can be started in ’D’ or ’R’ positions
| Fault | Action | Test |
|---|---|---|
| Selector cable out of adjustment | Adjust selector cable See Adjustments. | |
| Park/Neutral switch fault | Check switch | Test 2 |
Parts & tools for this job For 2002 MG TF
- PARTTransmission filter kitSearch: MG TF 2002 transmission filter kit
- FLUIDAutomatic transmission fluidSearch: MG automatic transmission fluid
- TOOLFluid transfer pumpSearch: fluid transfer pump
Links open Amazon search results in a new tab. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.