
Description
The shift solenoid valve dsl is turned on and off by signals from the ecm to control the hydraulic pressure acting on the lock-up relay valve, which then controls operation of the lock-up clutch.

Fail-safe function: if the ecm detects a malfunction, it turns the shift solenoid valve dsl off.
Monitor description
Torque converter lock-up is controlled by the ecm based on engine rpm, engine load, engine temperature, vehicle speed, transmission temperature, and shift position selection. The ecm determines the lock-up status of the torque converter by comparing the engine rpm (ne) to the input rpm (nt). The ecm calculates the actual transmission gear by comparing the input rpm (nt) to the output rpm (sp2).
When conditions are appropriate, the ecm requests "lock-up" by applying control voltage to the shift solenoid valve dsl. When the shift solenoid valve dsl is opened, the shift solenoid valve dsl applies pressure to the lock-up relay valve and locks the torque converter clutch. If the ecm detects an open or short in the shift solenoid valve dsl circuit, the ecm interprets this as a fault in the shift solenoid valve dsl or its circuit. The ecm will illuminate the mil and store a dtc.
Monitor strategy

Typical enabling conditions


Typical malfunction thresholds

Component operating range
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Wiring diagram
Refer to dtc p0741 (see page ax-62).
Inspection procedure

Standard resistance 


Standard resistance 

Replace ecm

Standard resistance:
11 to 13
at 20°c (68°f)
Ok: valve moves and makes operating noise.
Repair or replace transmission wire
Pressure control solenoid "d" electrical (shift solenoid valve slt)
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Using a screwdriver and hammer, tap out the oil
seal.
Place the oil seal retainer on wooden blocks.
Apply multi-purpose grease to the lip of a new oil
seal.
Notice:
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Rear wheel alignment
adjustment
Inspect tire
Inspect the tire (see page tw-1).
Measure vehicle height
Measure the vehicle height (see page sp-3).
Inspect toe-in
Standard toe-in
If the toe-in is not within the specified range, inspect the
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Rear axle hub and bearing
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On-vehicle inspection
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(for 4wd)
Disconnect the drive shaft (see page ds-69).
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lh (see page br-55)
Remove rear disc (see page br-57)
Check bearing backlash a ...