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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1990HI-CUBE 7.4 N, 400/M40REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMENGINE CONTROLS - SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTSRELAYS, SOLENOIDS, MOTORS & MODULESDOWNSHIFT CONTROL RELAY (THM 400)
1990 Chevrolet Hi-Cube 7.4 N, 400/M40
Downshift Control Relay (THM 400)
1990 Chevrolet Hi-Cube 7.4 N, 400/M40SECTION Downshift Control Relay (THM 400)
- Disconnect wiring harness connector to downshift control relay. Measure resistance between relay terminals "D" and "F". See Fig 1. Resistance should be 20 ohms. If resistance is not as specified, replace downshift control relay.
- Connect ohmmeter between relay terminals "A" and "E". See Fig 1. No continuity should be present. If continuity is present, replace shorted downshift control relay.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.