Hydraulic Pressure Tests: Notes

1991 GMC Jimmy 5.7 K, Automatic, 4L60/MD8SECTION Notes
CAUTION: Parking and service brakes must be applied throughout hydraulic pressure test. Factory recommends using TECH 1 scan tool to test line pressure. Total time for testing should not exceed 2 minutes.
  1. Before performing hydraulic pressure tests, check fluid level and condition. Check manual control linkages for correct adjustment. See appropriate TRANSMISSION SERVICING article. Ensure engine is properly tuned.
  2. Connect a tachometer to engine and an oil pressure gauge to line pressure test port. See Figure. Compare line pressure to force motor current draw. See FORCE MOTOR VS. LINE PRESSUREΒ .
NOTE: Hydraulic pressure is controlled by pump output and regulated by computer-controlled force motor. Line pressure is boosted (pressure is doubled) by force motor in the "R" selector position.
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