Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Poor Acceleration; Flares When Starting Off In D And R; Stall Speed High In D, 2, And 1




Poor acceleration; flares when starting off in D and R; stall speed high in D, 2, and 1

Low ATF level

1st accumulator defective

1st clutch defective

Notes

Check the ATF level, and check the ATF cooler line for leakage and loose connections. If necessary, clean the ATF cooler lines.

Notes

Check the 1st clutch pressure A/T Pressure Test.

Notes

Inspect the 1st clutch for wear and damage.

Notes

Inspect the clutch piston, the clutch piston check valve, and the O-rings. Check the spring retainer for wear, damage, and peeling. Inspect the clearance between the clutch end-plate and the top disc. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the clutch discs and the plates for wear and damage, and inspect the clutch wave-plate height. If the discs and the plates are worn or damaged, replace them as a set. If the wave-plate height is out of the tolerance, replace the wave-plate. If they are OK, adjust the clearance with the clutch end-plate.

Notes

Check the 1st accumulator piston, O-ring, and spring in the accumulator body for wear and damage.