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Automatic transmission (AT)

Given the complexity of the design AT full diagnostics of its malfunctions and repair of components available qualification of the average mechanic-fan. If you have any non-functioning of the following problems AT car should be driven away for inspection and repair workshop Car dealer branch or company.

Common problems associated with the operation of the switching mechanism

1. Description of the procedures for verification of the operation and traction control AT gear is provided in Chapter Automatic transmission. Among the failures related to the violation of traction control switch include the following:
   • Starting the engine is possible with the provisions of transmission other than "P" (Park) and the ?�N?� (neutral).
   • Indicator of position of transmission differ from really chosen transfer.
   • The car moves at the transmission established in position "P".
2. Make adjustment of draft of a gear change (Head Automatic transmission).

Not switches the transmission into a lower gear at squeezing the gas pedal to the floor (activate the kickdown)

Procedure adjusting the throttle cable mode kickdown (TV-cable) is given in Chapter Automatic transmission.

Transmission revolves, is switched with difficulty, it emits strange noises or does not provide the vehicle when you install one of the forward or reverse gear

There are many possible causes of the problems listed in the title, but under the competence of the mechanic-fan gets only one of them - an incorrect transmission fluid level.

Before you drive off the car in the car service shop check the level and condition of transmission fluid (Head of Adjustment and routine maintenance). Correct level in accordance with the Specification or change the liquid together with the filter. If the situation is not corrected, seek professional help.

Have the transmission fluid leak

Liquid AT has a deep red color. Traces of its leaks should not be confused with signs of motor oil which can be demolished in the transmission housing ram air.

To identify and locate the source of the leak first remove the transmission from a boat all traces of dirt and grease. Use appropriate surface cleaner and / or make a steam cleaning. Then, take a short trip by car at low speed (to traces of leaks not communicated running stream far from its source). Stop Poddomkratte car and by visual inspection, set the source of the leak. More often than not, as such, are:

• Sump Transmission: Tighten the fixing bolts and / or replace a lining of the pallet (Head Automatic transmission).
• Tube Bay liquid: Replace rubber seal at the site of entry of the tube into the sump of the transmission.
• Line Transmission Fluid: Pull couplings or replace the line.
• The ventilation tube: Transmission is full and / or it is exposed to water (Head of Adjustment and routine maintenance).
• Connecting the speedometer: Replace O-ring in place of the speedometer cable entry into the crankcase Transmission (Head Automatic transmission).