Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Manual Shifting Test
- PERFORM MANUAL SHIFTING TEST
HINT:
- With this test, it can be determined whether the trouble occurs in the electrical circuit or is a mechanical problem in the transaxle.
- If any abnormalities are found in the following test, the problem is in the transaxle itself.
- Disconnect the transmission wire connector.
- Inspect the manual driving operation.
Check that the shift and gear positions correspond to the table below.
Check that the gear change corresponds to the shift position.
GEAR AND SHIFT POSITIONShift Position Gear Position D 3rd 2 3rd L 3rd R Reverse P Pawl Lock HINT:
If the gear positions of the L, 2 and D are difficult to distinguish, do the following road test (See HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING ).
If any abnormality is found in the above test, the problem is in the transaxle itself.
- Connect the transmission wire connector.
- Clear the DTC (See DTC CHECK / CLEAR ).
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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.