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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2011FJ CRUISER 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINTRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONCOMPONENT TESTS AND GENERAL DIAGNOSTICSMANUAL SHIFTING TEST
2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE)
Manual Shifting Test
2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE)SECTION Manual Shifting Test
A750E AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SYSTEM: MANUAL SHIFTING TEST
1. MANUAL SHIFTING TEST
HINT
* Through this test, it can be determined whether the trouble occurs in the electrical circuit or if it is a mechanical problem in the transmission.
* If any abnormalities are found in the following test, the problem is in the transmission itself.
(a) Disconnect the connector of the transmission wire.
HINT
It is possible to deactivate the electrical shift control by disconnecting the transmission wire. The gear positions can then be changed mechanically with the shift lever.
(b) Drive with the transmission wire disconnected. Shift the shift lever to each position to check whether the gear position changes as shown in the table below.
(c) Connect the connector of the transmission wire.
(d) Clear the DTC Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.