Start Clutch Check
Start Clutch CheckNOTE: If the transmission acts abnormally when the vehicle starts off, check the start clutch with the HDS.
1. Connect the HDS to the DLC (A) located behind the driver's dashboard lower cover, and go to the A/T Mode Menu.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the PCM. If it does not, go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting.
4. Select Data List in the A/T Mode Menu, and monitor the Start Clutch Status with the HDS.
^ If the HDS indicates Normal, the start clutch is OK, then disconnect the HDS.
^ If the HDS indicates Unchecked, go to step 7.
^ If the HDS indicates Judder1 or Judder2, replace the CVTF, then go to step 5.
5. Select Start Clutch Status Data Clear in the Miscellaneous Test Menu, and clear the start clutch status with the HDS.
6. Select Data List in A/T Mode Menu, and monitor the Start Clutch Status Diagnosis condition with the HDS.
^ If the HDS indicates Not ready, warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on), then go to step 7.
^ If the HDS indicates Ready, go to step 7.
7. Start the engine, and shift the shift lever to D, while pressing the brake pedal.
8. Accelerate from a stop at over 50 % throttle (with 2.2 V of the APP sensor voltage by monitoring the HDS), then slow down to a stop.
9. Repeat step 8 two times.
10. Select Data List in the A/T Mode Menu, and make sure that the Start Clutch Status is Normal with the HDS.
11. To verify that the engine stalling and the judder when starting off does not occur, test-drive the vehicle for several minutes.