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A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve A and B Replacement

A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve A and B Replacement

1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system. Make sure the ignition switch is in LOCK (0).
2. Remove the battery trim and left upper fender cover.
3. Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery, then disconnect the positive terminal.
4. Remove the battery hold-down bracket, and remove the battery and battery tray.
5. Remove the air cleaner.
6. Remove the battery base.
7. Remove the nuts securing the shift cable bracket (A).





8. Remove the spring clip/washer (B) and control pin (C), then separate the shift cable end (D) from the control lever (E). Check the bushing (F) in the shift cable end for a proper fit and wear. If the bushing is loose or worn, replace the shift cable.
9. Disconnect the connectors from A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valves A and B, solenoid harness, transmission range switch, ATF temperature sensor, output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor, input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor, 3rd clutch transmission fluid pressure switch, and 4th clutch transmission fluid pressure switch.
10. Remove the bolt securing the harness cover (A).





11. Remove A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valves A and B, ATF pipes (C), gasket (D), and O-rings (E).





12. Check the fluid passage of the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve for dust and dirt, and clean the passage if necessary.
13. Install the new solenoid valve body gasket on the solenoid valve cover, and install the ATF pipes with the filter end in the transmission housing. Install new O-rings over the ATF pipes.
14. Install A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valves A and B.
15. Secure the harness cover with the bolt.
16. Check the connectors for rust, dirt, or oil, clean or repair if necessary, then connect the connectors securely.
17. Apply molybdenum grease to the hole in the bushing in the shift cable end. Attach the shift cable end to the control lever, then insert the control pin into the control lever hole through the shift cable end, and secure the control pin with the spring clip/washer.
18. Secure the shift cable bracket with the nuts.
19. Install the battery base.
20. Install the air cleaner.
21. Install the battery tray, battery, and battery hold-down bracket, then connect battery terminals.
22. Install the left upper fender cover and battery trim.
23. Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system.
24. Do the steering column memorization.