Road Test

Ensure fluid is at proper level and control linkage is adjusted. Transaxle should upshift and downshift at about same speed. See SHIFT SPEED SPECIFICATIONS table.
Slippage or engine speed runaway usually indicates clutch or band problems. A slipping clutch or band can usually be identified by noting transaxle operation in other selector positions and comparing internal units which are applied in these positions. See CLUTCH & BAND APPLICATIONS .

NOTE: At minimum throttle opening, shifts may difficult to detect. To confirm transaxle is in 3rd gear, shift to "2" position when a 3-2 downshift occurs.

With vehicle at a standstill, accelerate at minimum and full throttle. Ensure 1-2 and 2-3 shifts occur.
With vehicle at 46-50 MPH in 3rd gear, depress accelerator to resistance point. Vehicle should accelerate without downshifting. With vehicle at 34-37 MPH in 3rd gear, depress accelerator beyond resistance point. Vehicle should downshift to 2nd gear, then accelerate.
With vehicle at 50 MPH, release accelerator and move selector lever to "2" position. Vehicle should downshift to 2nd gear and engine braking should be noticed.
Stop vehicle and shift to Reverse. Check reverse operation by accelerating at full throttle. Check for slipping and/or clutch break-away noise.
Stop vehicle on a hill facing downward. With vehicle in Park, release brakes and ensure parking pawl is operating. Repeat test with vehicle facing uphill.

SHIFT SPEED SPECIFICATIONS

Application

Minimum Throttle

Full Throttle

1-2 Upshift

900 & 900S

9-16

40-46

900 Turbo

9-17

40-48

2-3 Upshift

900 & 900S

12-19

67-75

900 Turbo

12-20

70-78

3-2 Downshift

900 & 900S

.....

⁽¹⁾ 56-65

900 Turbo

.....

⁽¹⁾ 62-72

2-1 Downshift

900 & 900S

1-11

27-36

900 Turbo

1-12

29-39

⁽¹⁾

Kickdown.