Shift Solenoid Valve A Test

Shift Solenoid Valve A Test





1. Connect the HDS to the DLC (A).
2. Choose Shift Solenoid A in Miscellaneous Test Menu on the HDS.
3. Check that the shift solenoid valve A operates with the HDS. A clicking sound should be heard.
^ If a clicking sound is heard, the valve is OK.
^ If no clicking sound is heard, go to step 4.
4. Get the audio and navigation anti-theft codes, and write down the audio presets.
5. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, then disconnect the positive cable from the battery.
6. Remove the battery hold-down bracket, then remove the battery cover, battery, and battery tray.
7. Remove the intake air duct and air cleaner housing.
8. Loosen the two bolts securing the battery base from under the vehicle, and remove the two bolts securing the battery base in the engine compartment, then remove the battery base.
9. Remove the starter.





10. Disconnect shift solenoid valve A connector.
11. Measure shift solenoid valve A resistance at the solenoid valve connector terminals.
Standard: 12 - 25 Ohms
12. Replace shift solenoid valve A if the resistance is out of standard.
13. If the resistance is within the standard, connect the battery negative terminal to shift solenoid valve A connector terminal No. 1, and connect the battery positive terminal to the terminal No. 2.
^ If a clicking sound is heard, the valve is OK.
^ If no clicking sound is heard, replace shift solenoid valve A.
14. Install the starter.
15. Install the battery base, then install the air cleaner housing and intake air duct.
16. Install the battery tray, battery, and battery cover, then secure the battery with its hold-down bracket.
17. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals with sandpaper, then assemble them and apply grease to prevent corrosion.
18. Enter the audio and navigation anti-theft codes, then enter the presets, and set the clock.
19. Do the power window control unit reset procedure.