Road Test - Performance Evaluation

NOTE: The Operational Test procedures are provided to serve as pre-Road Test checks, perform them first. Pinpoint Tests

DESCRIPTION
This test is an evaluation of automatic transaxle performance. The test should only be conducted when the operational tests direct you here. The Road Test involves a driving evaluation of transaxle shifting quality, ability, and timing. Shift problems will be directed to a list of symptoms for appropriate actions to take. These symptom charts are: Upshift Downshift, and Shift Feel for various concerns encountered.

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PROCEDURE
1. Perform the Road Test using a Rotunda New Generation Star (NGS) Tester 007-00500.
2. Drive the vehicle and attempt to re-create the symptom.
3. Safety. It is important that the road test is performed with safety issues in mind. Use the provided seat belts and operate the vehicle in safe manner.
4. Two people should participate in this test, one to drive the vehicle, and the other to observe conditions and symptoms.
5. Alternatives. In some cases, it may not be necessary or desirable to perform an actual road test. The symptom may occur at starting, idle, or high rpm idle conditions. If this situation applies, proceed with the Road Test procedure by using the operating condition that applies to your situation.
6. If several symptoms are found, service them in the order that they occur. Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
7. Begin the road testing with Step RT1.
8. The Band and Clutch Application Chart will show which clutches or bands are applied to obtain a specific gear. Diagnostic Aids