For B clutch operation,
REFER to: B Clutch (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Description and Operation).
B clutch
Condition | Possible Sources | Action |
B clutch does not apply | SSB is mechanically stuck off |
INSTALL a new solenoid. REFER to: Solenoid (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Removal and Installation). |
B 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). |
|
B 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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B clutch piston seals |
INSPECT the components for wear and damage. CLEAN and/or INSTALL new components necessary. REFER to: Transmission (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Overhaul). |
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B clutch drum/Reaction sun gear |
The B clutch drum and the C clutch hub are
the same component. If diagnostics indicate both B clutch and C clutch
failures, 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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B 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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B clutch always applied | SSB mechanically stuck |
INSTALL a new solenoid. REFER to: Solenoid (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Removal and Installation). |
B Clutch clutch control valve or B clutch latch valve stuck on |
DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN and INSPECT the regulator
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). |
|
B 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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B 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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B 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). |
|
SSB mechanically sticking |
INSTALL a new solenoid. REFER to: Solenoid (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Removal and Installation). |
|
B clutch control valve or B clutch latch valve sticking |
DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN and INSPECT the valves.
If a 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). |
|
B 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). |
|
B 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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B 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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B 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). |
|
SSB 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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B clutch control valve sticking, weak or broken B clutch latch valve spring |
DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN and INSPECT the valves.
If a bore, valve, or spring 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). |
|
B 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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B 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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B 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). |
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