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 NOTE:
By this test, it can be determined whether the trouble is within the electrical circuit or is a mechanical problem in the transaxle.
- Disconnect the transmission wire connector.
- Inspect the manual driving operation.
Check that the shift and gear positions correspond to specifications in SHIFT POSITION AND GEAR POSITION .
While driving, shift through the L, 2 and D positions.
Check that the gear change corresponds to the shift position.
SHIFT POSITION AND GEAR POSITIONShift Position Gear Position D 3rd 2 3rd L 3rd R Reverse P Pawl Lock NOTE:If the gear positions of the L, 2 and D are difficult to distinguish, do the following road test.
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.