Principles of Operation
For A clutch operation,
REFER to: A Clutch (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Description and Operation).
A clutch
Condition | Possible Sources | Action |
A clutch does not apply | SSA is mechanically stuck off |
INSTALL a new solenoid. REFER to: Solenoid (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Removal and Installation). |
A clutch control valve stuck off |
DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN and INSPECT the clutch
control valve. If the bore or valve is damaged, INSTALL a new main
control valve body. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Overhaul). |
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A CL CONTR, hydraulic circuit blocked/leaking |
DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the main control
valve body and separator plate passages for debris/blockage. CLEAN as
necessary. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Overhaul). |
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A clutch piston seals |
INSPECT the components for wear and damage. INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to: Transmission (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Overhaul). |
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A clutch hub / Output sun gear |
INSPECT the components for wear and damage. INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to: Transmission (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Overhaul). |
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Main control to SOWC seal missing/blocked/restricted/damaged. |
INSPECT the components for wear and damage. INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Removal and Installation). |
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A clutch friction plates |
INSPECT the components for wear and damage. INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to: Transmission (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Overhaul). |
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A clutch always applied | SSA mechanically stuck |
INSTALL a new solenoid. REFER to: Solenoid (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Removal and Installation). |
A clutch control valve stuck on |
DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN and INSPECT the clutch
control valve. If the bore or valve is damaged, INSTALL a new main
control valve body. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Removal and Installation). |
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A CL CONTR, hydraulic circuit cross leaks |
DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the main control
valve body and separator plate passages for leaks or damage. INSTALL new
components as necessary. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Overhaul). |
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Main control to SOWC seal blocked/restricted. |
INSPECT the seal for damage/debris. CLEAN and/or INSTALL new components necessary. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Removal and Installation). |
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A clutch friction plates |
INSPECT the components for wear and damage. INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to: Transmission (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Overhaul). |
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A clutch delayed/soft/slipping apply | Incorrect transmission strategy programmed into PCM / TCM . |
PERFORM the Transmission Strategy Download, REFER to: Transmission Strategy Download (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, General Procedures). |
Low line pressure |
PERFORM line pressure test. REFER to: Special Testing Procedures (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Diagnosis and Testing). |
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SSA mechanically sticking |
INSTALL a new solenoid. REFER to: Solenoid (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Removal and Installation). |
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A clutch control valve sticking |
DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN and INSPECT the valves.
If bore or valve is damaged, INSTALL a new main control valve body. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Overhaul). |
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A CL CONTR, hydraulic circuits blocked/leaking |
DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the main control
valve body and separator plate passages for debris/blockage. CLEAN as
necessary. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Overhaul). |
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Main control to SOWC seal missing/blocked/restricted/damaged. |
INSPECT the seal. CLEAN and/or INSTALL new components necessary. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Removal and Installation). |
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A clutch piston seals |
INSPECT the components for wear and damage. INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to: Transmission (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Overhaul). |
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A clutch friction plates |
INSPECT the components for wear and damage. INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to: Transmission (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Overhaul). |
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A clutch harsh apply | Incorrect transmission strategy programmed into PCM / TCM . |
PERFORM the Transmission Strategy Download, REFER to: Transmission Strategy Download (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, General Procedures). |
High line pressure |
PERFORM the line pressure test. REFER to: Special Testing Procedures (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Diagnosis and Testing). |
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SSA mechanically sticking |
INSTALL a new solenoid. REFER to: Solenoid (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Removal and Installation). |
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A clutch control valve sticking |
DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN and INSPECT the valves.
If the bore or valve is damaged, INSTALL a new main control valve body. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Overhaul). |
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A CL CONTR hydraulic circuit blocked/leaking |
DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the main control
valve body and separator plate passages for leaks or damage. INSTALL new
components as necessary. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Overhaul). |
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Main control to SOWC seal missing/blocked/restricted/damaged. |
INSPECT the seal. CLEAN and/or INSTALL new components necessary. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Removal and Installation). |
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A clutch friction plates |
INSPECT the components for wear and damage. INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to: Transmission (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Overhaul). |
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A clutch piston return springs |
INSPECT the components for wear and damage. INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to: Transmission (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Overhaul). |
Note: The keyless starting system may not function if the key is close to metal objects or electronic devices such as cellular phones.
Note: A valid key must be located inside your vehicle to switch the ignition on and start the engine.
Ignition Modes