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 NO.16 JUDDER UPON TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH (TCC) OPERATION [JA5AX-EL]

NO.16 JUDDER UPON TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH (TCC) OPERATION [JA5AX-EL]


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Judder upon torque converter clutch (TCC) operation

DESCRIPTION

• Vehicle jolts when TCC engaged.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

• Poor TCC engagement due to either slippage because TCC piston is stuck or line pressure is low.

Caution

• If the TCC or piston are stuck, inspect them. In addition, inspect the oil cooler for foreign particles which may have mixed in with the ATF.

- Torque converter clutch piston slipped, burned
• Line pressure low
• Incorrect throttle position signal
• Malfunction of VSS
• Malfunction of input/turbine speed sensor
• Malfunction of sensor ground
• Malfunction of TCC solenoid valve
• Malfunction of control valve body
- Malfunction of torque converter
Note
• Before following troubleshooting steps, make sure that Automatic Transaxle On-Board Diagnostic and Automatic Transaxle Basic Inspection are conducted.