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Shift Solenoid: Testing and Inspection

NOTE: Shift control solenoid valves A and B must be removed/replaced as an assembly.

1. Disconnect the connector from the shift control solenoid valve A and B.





2. Measure the resistance between the no. 1 terminal (solenoid valve A) of the shift control solenoid valve connector and body ground, and between the no. 2 terminal (solenoid valve B) and body ground.

Resistance: 12 - 24 Ohms

3. Replace the shift control solenoid valve assembly if the resistance is out of specification.
4. If the resistance is within the standard, connect the no. 1 terminal of the shift control solenoid valve connector to the battery positive terminal. a clicking sound should be heard. Connect the No. 2 terminal to the battery positive terminal. A clicking sound should be heard. Replace the shift control solenoid valve assembly if no clicking sound is heard.