Solenoid Valve Check

Use scan tool MB991502 to measure the A/T fluid temperature. The desired A/T fluid temperature setting for performing the solenoid valve check s 20°C (68°F).
Remove the A/T control solenoid valve assembly connector.
Measure the resistance between the solenoid valve terminals.

Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Solenoid Valve Terminals
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The measured resistance of the solenoid valve when the A/T fluid temperature is 20°C (68°F) should match the specified resistance on the chart below.

Fig 2: Measuring Resistance Of Solenoid Valve Resistance Chart
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If the solenoid valve resistance is within the specified range, check the power supply and the ground circuits.
If the solenoid valve resistance is not within the specified range, drain the A/T fluid and remove the valve body cover.
Disconnect the connector of any solenoid valves that are not within the specified range.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Connector Of Solenoid Valves
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Measure the resistance between terminals 1 and 2 of any solenoid valve that was not within the specified range.
Specified resistance: 2.7 - 3.4 Ω [at 20°C (68°F)]

Fig 4: Measuring Resistance Between Terminals 1 & 2
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If the resistance is not within the specified range, replace the solenoid valve.
If the resistance is within the specified range, check the wiring harness between the affected A/T control solenoid valve assembly and the solenoid valve. If a problem is not found in the above steps, check the solenoid valve O-rings and replace them if necessary.