Pinpoint Test F: Time Lag Tests
- F1: TIME LAG TEST 1
- Ensure that no engine faults are present
- Drive the vehicle until the engine and transmission are at normal operating temperature
- Where possible, set all electrical consumers to off (headlamps, etc)
- Set the air conditioning to off
- Set the speed control to off
- Stop the vehicle
- Apply the parking brake and chock the wheels
- Start the engine
- Press the brake pedal and allow the engine to idle
- Set the gearshift mechanism to 'Drive' and measure the time taken for the gear to engage
- Repeat step 10 a further two times and calculate the average time taken for the gear to engage
Is the average time 1.50 seconds or less?
- Yes : GO to F2.
- No : Contact Dealer Technical Support
- F2: TIME LAG TEST 2
- Set the gearshift mechanism to 'Neutral'
- Press the brake pedal and allow the engine to idle
- Set the gearshift mechanism to 'Reverse' and measure the time taken for the gear to engage
- Repeat step 3 a further two times and calculate the average time taken for the gear to engage
Is the average time 1.50 seconds or less?
- Yes : Gears engaging within specified time
- No : Contact Dealer Technical Support
WARNING:
The automatic transmission fluid may be extremely hot.