automatic transmission ISUZU TF SERIES 2004 Repair Manual

CONSTRUCTION AND FUNCTION 7A1-3

DESCRIPTION
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1 Converter Housing 6 Low Clutch 11 Oil Pump
2 Torque Converter 7 Low & Reverse Brake 12 Control Valve
3 High Clutch 8 Output Shaft 13 Low One-way Clutch
4 Reverse Clutch 9 Extension Housing 14 Parking Gear
5 2-4 Brake 10 Input Shaft

Figure 1. Construction of Automatic Transmission

The JR405E automatic transmission is electrically controlled by a microcomputer transmission control module
(TCM). There are four forward speeds and one reverse speed.
This JR405E automatic transmission employs a clutch pressure direct control system (Direct Electronic Shift
Control: DESC) using a duty cycle type solenoid, which ensures high shift quality.
This transmission also controls learning and constantly checks the time of each clutch and brake required for
the speed change to match this time with the target value for the optimum speed change.

The TCM will automatically select the most appropriate shift points and lock-up points depending on the
throttle opening angle, the vehicle speed and the vehicle load.
If any trouble arises in the vehicle sensor, throttle sensor, solenoid, etc., the fail-safe control function is
activated to keep the running performance.
Problems with the sensors, the solenoids can be quickly detected with the self diagnosis procedure described
in this manual.

The JR405E automatic transmission consists of the torque converter, the oil pump, the input shaft, the out put
shaft, the planetary gears and the control valve.
The gear train consists of two planetary gear sets and three multiple plate clutches in combination with two
multiple plate brakes and a one-way clutch.
2WD
4WD

7A1-28 CONSTRUCTION AND FUNCTION
Item Description
Fail-safe function In case of malfunction of the vehicle speed sensor, throttle position sensor, all solenoids or
inhibitor switch, TCM automatically begins fail-safe control to minimize effects on driving.
The gear is fixed at the 3rd-speed position and power supply to the solenoid is shut off so
that the solenoid does not work nor lock up.
Self-diagnosis function Parts required for controlling the automatic transmission are provided with a self-diagnosis
function. When any trouble occurs, the check trans indicator lamp blinks to warn the driver.
The trouble code is memorized in the TCM.

7A2-6 DIAGNOSIS (JR405E)
BASIC TROUBLE SHOOTING

Transmission fluid pressure together with clutch and brake friction and other important transmission functions are
controlled by electrical signal from the Transmission Control Module (TCM).
Random diagnosis can produce inaccurate and misleading indications. It is important that diagnosing procedure be
carried out systematically.
Carefully follow the sequence outlined below to diagnose automatic transmission assembly.




Verify Customer Complain
Preliminary Check
(Visual Check/Test Drive)
Compare to Same Model
(If Available)
Check Service Bulletin
DTC Check
(Self-diagnosis/Tech 2)
Go to Symptom Diagnosis
Stall Test
Line Pressure Test
Transmission Overhaul
Repair & Verify Fix
Transmission Overhaul
Transmission Overhaul
Go to DTC Chart
Go to Intermittent Diagnosis NG
Follow the instructions
NG
No Instruction
NG
OK
NO DTC
Not Solved
OK
OK
Follow the Bulletin
(Once Clear Memory) Restored
Not Stored
Use Service Programming
System (SPS)
Not Solved

DIAGNOSIS (JR405E) 7A2-9
DIAGNOSIS WITH TECH 2
In this JR405E transmission, troubleshooting can be performed for electrical faults using the Tech 2 scan tool.
If the "CHECK TRANS" lamp blinks, or if an electrical fault in the transmission may probably exit, check trouble
codes using the Tech 2 scan tool.
In the diagnostic procedures described in this manual, first repair the faulty positions indicated by trouble code in
order of numbers and then perform troubleshooting for the faulty positions that are not indicated by trouble code.
For correct troubleshooting, it is necessary to first repair the trouble codes of lower order numbers, then to repair
the trouble codes of higher order numbers in sequence.

If no codes are set:

Refer to F1: Data Display and identify the electrical faults that are not indicated by trouble code.

Refer to "SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS".

If codes are set:
1. Record all trouble codes displayed by Tech 2 and check id the codes are intermittent.
2. Clear the codes.
3. Drive the vehicle for a test to reproduce the faulty status.
4. Check trouble codes again using the Tech 2.
5. If no codes is displayed by test driving, the fault is intermittent. In this case, refer to "INTERMITTENT
DIAGNOSIS".
6. If a code is present, refer to DTC Chart for diagnosis.
7. Check trouble codes again using the Tech 2.





TECH 2 CONNECTION
Tech 2 scan tool is used to electrically diagnose the automatic
transmission system and to check the system. The Tech 2
enhances the diagnosis efficiency though all the
troubleshooting can be done without the Tech 2.
1. Configuration of Tech 2

Tech 2 scan tool kit (No. 7000086), Tech 2 scan tool
(No. 7000057) and DLC cable (No. 3000095).

SAE 16/19 adapter (No. 3000098) (1), RS232 loop back
connector (No. 3000112) (2) and PCMCIA card (No.
3000117) (3).




2. Tech 2 Connection

Check the key switch is turn OFF.

Insert the PCMCIA card (1) into the Tech 2 (4).

Connect the SAE 16/19 adapter (2) to the DLC cable (3).

Connect the DLC cable (3) to the Tech 2 (4).

Connect the SAE 16/19 adapter (2) to the data link
connector of the vehicle.

Turn the key switch of the vehicle ON and press the
"PWR" key of the Tech 2.

Check the display of the Tech 2.

ON-VEHICLE SERVICE (JR405E) 7A3-1
SECTION 7A3
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE (JR405E)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
Description ...................................................................................................................... 7A3 – 2
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ............................................................................. 7A3 – 2
ATF Level ......................................................................................................................... 7A3 – 2
ATF Change ..................................................................................................................... 7A3 – 3
Transmission Control Module (TCM) ............................................................................ 7A3 – 4
Throttle Position Sensor ................................................................................................ 7A3 – 5
Inhibitor Switch ............................................................................................................... 7A3 – 6
Speed Sensor .................................................................................................................. 7A3 – 8
Turbine Sensor ................................................................................................................ 7A3 – 9
Power and 3rd Start Switch ........................................................................................... 7A3 – 9
Select Lever ..................................................................................................................... 7A3 –10
Shift Cable ....................................................................................................................... 7A3 –13
Solenoids, Oil Pressure Switch and Oil Temperature Sensor .................................... 7A3 –16
Control Valve Assembly ................................................................................................. 7A3 –18
Flushing the Transmission Fluid Cooler and Line ....................................................... 7A3 –19
Transmission Assembly ................................................................................................. 7A3 –20

7A3-2 ON-VEHICLE SERVICE (JR405E)
DESCRIPTION
Before performing on-vehicle service on the automatic
transmission, check that the engine idling speed and
general engine condition are normal.



AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID (ATF)
Inspect
Remove the transmission dipstick to check the condition
of the ATF.
Clean the dipstick and look for gum or varnish.
Gum or varnish indicate scorching of the clutch band
and other parts.
The transmission control module, the transmission unit,
and the vehicle must be carefully checked if gum or
varnish is present.




ATF LEVEL
Inspect
Hot Level
1. Warm up the engine and the transmission by driving
the vehicle on the road so that the temperature
reaches around 80
C (176
F).
Do not turn the engine off.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
3. Apply the parking brake firmly.
4. Let the engine run at idle.
Move the select lever slowly through all the gea
r
ranges.
Stop in each gear range just long enough for the
transmission to engage.
5. Return the select lever to either “P” or “N”.
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6. Remove the ATF level dipstick.
7. Wipe the dipstick clean with a paper towel.
8. Reinsert the dipstick and wait several seconds.
9. Remove the dipstick.
The ATF level should be inside the “H” range on the
dipstick.
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If the ATF level is below the “H” range, ATF must be
added.

ON-VEHICLE SERVICE (JR405E) 7A3-3
Cold Level
The vehicle must not have been driven so that the
temperature reaches around 20
C (68
F) before the
cold level check is made.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Apply the parking brake firmly.
3. Start the engine and allow it to warm up.
The engine coolant temperature gauge needle
should be midway between the “C” mark and “H”
mark.
4. Let the engine run at idle.
Move the select lever slowly through all the gea
r
ranges.
Stop in each range just long enough for the
transmission to engage.
5. Return the select lever either “P” or “N”.
6. Remove the ATF level dipstick.
7. Wipe the dipstick clean with a paper towel.
8. Reinsert the dipstick and wait several seconds.

9. Remove the dipstick.
The ATF level should be inside the “C”range on the
dipstick.
If the ATF level is below the “C” range, ATF must be
added.
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ATF CHANGE
1. Start the engine and allow it to idle until the ATF
reaches a temperature of 40-50
C
2. Park the vehicle on level ground and block the
wheels.
3. Stop the engine.
4. Raise vehicle and support with suitable safety
stands.
5. Remove the drain plug from the oil pan and drain the
ATF (approximately 6 liters).
6. Remove the oil pan.
7. Inspect the oil pan (details written below).
8. Install the oil pan.
Note:
Use new gasket. Clean the oil pan and magnet.
Oil pan bolt torque : 8 Nm (69 lbin)
9. Replace the gasket and install the drain plug.
Drain plug torque : 35 Nm (26 lbft)
Note:
Do not reuse old washer (gasket).
Clean the drain plug (especially the threaded section).
10. Pour about 5 liters of new ATF. Then, add more ATF
carefully as necessary using the dipstick.
Refer to “ATF LEVEL” previously in this section.
Note:
Keep the engine idle (do not stop it) during the oil level
adjustment.
11. Remove the safety stands and wheel blocks. Inspect
1. Check the drain plug tip for adhesion of foreign
substances.
2. Check the drained ATF for color, smell and inclusion
of foreign substances.
3. Check the oil pan bottom and magnet for adhesion o
f
foreign substances.
If a problem is discovered during those checks, the
Automatic transmission must be overhauled.
Note:
The torque converter and the oil strainer need replaced
with new ones if the drained ATF contains large
amounts of metallic or facing flakes.
In addition, flush the ATF cooler circuit

7A3-6 ON-VEHICLE SERVICE (JR405E)
INHIBITOR SWITCH
The inhibitor switch is attached to the right side of the
transmission.

Inspect
1. Block the wheels.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Disconnect the harness connectors.
4. Use a ohmmeter to check the inhibitor switch
continuity between the following terminals as shown
in figure.
5. Place the select lever in the “N” range.
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6. Move the select lever to either side.
Check the inhibitor switch continuity between the
terminals shown in Step (4).
The continuity readings should remain fairly steady
as the select lever is moved.
If there is no continuity or the continuity is
intermittent, the inhibitor switch must be adjusted.

Adjust
1. Disconnect the shift calbe from the lever.
2. Loosen the inhibitor switch bolts.
3. Use the inhibitor switch set plate to align the neutral
holes (manual shaft and inhibitor switch).
Turn the inhibitor switch to adjust it.
Inibitor switch set plate: 5-8840-2763-0
Note:
Inhibitor switch adjustment is very important.
If the inibitor switch is not correctly adjusted, the
automatic transmission will not function normally.



4. Tighten the 2 inhibitor switch bolts to the specified
touque.
Torque: 5.5 N·m (48 lb·in)
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5. Connect the shift cable to the lever.
6. Connect the harness connector.

Remove or Disconnect
1. Remove the cable bracket (1) from the transmission.
2. Disconnect the shift cable (2) from the lever (3).
3. Disconnect the harness connectors.
4. Remove the inhibitor switch bolts.
5. Remove the inhibitor switch (4) from the
transmission.

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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE (JR405E) 7A3-7
Install or Connect
1. Install the inhibitor switch (4) to the transmission.
Temporarily tighten the inhibitor switch bolts.
2. Move the manual shaft select lever to the “N” range.

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3. Use the inhibitor switch set plate to align the neutral
holes (manual shaft and inhibitor switch).
Turn the inhibitor switch to adjust it.
Inhibitor switch set plate: 5-8840-2763-0
Note:
Inhibitor switch adjustment is very important.
If the inhibitor switch is not correctly adjusted, the
automatic transmission will not function normally.
4. Tighten the 2 inhibitor switch bolts to the specified
torque.
Torque: 5.5 N·m (48 lb·in)
47INH-SW01
5. Install the cable bracket (1) to the transmission.
6. Connect the shift cable (2) to the lever (3).
7. Connect the harness connector.
8. Connect the negative battery cable.
9. Remove the wheel blocks.

ON-VEHICLE SERVICE (JR405E) 7A3-19
Install or Connect
1. Align the manual valve and the manual plate of the
transmission case.
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2. Install the control valve assembly and tighten the 12
fixing bolts to the specified torque.

Number of bolts Length Color
10 (A) 40 mm (1.57 in) Gold
2 (B) 30 mm (1.18 in) Gold

Bolt torque : 8 N·m (69 lb·in)
3. Connect the 2 harness connectors.
4. If removed, install the oil strainer.
Refer to “Solenoids, Oil Pressure Switch and Oil
Temperature Sensor” previously in this section.
5. Install the new gasket and oil pan.
Bolt torque : 8 N·m (69 lb·in)
6. Fill the fluid.
Refer to “ATF CHANGE” in this section.
7. Connect the negative battery cable.
8. Remove the wheel blocks.

FLUSHING THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLER AND LINE
The fluid cooler and lines may be flushed under the
following condition. This will help prevent more trouble
after the transmission is repaired.
1. When the abnormal amount of debris are found.
2. When the abnormal wear or chips on gears and
shafts are found while overhauling.
3. When the abnormal clutch facing wear and oil
contamination are found.

Procedures
1. Block the wheels.
2. Disconnect negative battery cable.
3. Raise vehicle and support with suitable safety
stands.
4. Disconnect fluid cooler lines at transmission case
and fluid cooler.
5. Flush and back-flush the fluid cooler and lines using
solvent and compressed air.
Note:
DO NOT exceed 197 kPa (29 psi) air pressure or
damage may result to oil cooler.

6. Remove all remaining solvent from the system with
compressed air.
7. Flush the cooling system again with Automatic
Transmission Fluid (ATF).
After the final flush, connect all lines.
Cooler line joint connector torque :
44 N·m (33 lb·ft)
8. Replenish ATF
9. Start engine to test the system for the free flow o
f
fluid. If the flow is restricted, the cooler assembly o
r
lines must be replaced.
Repeated cleaning and flushing may not remove all
debris from the fluid cooler circuit.
Move the select lever through the various ranges and
return to neutral.
Check for fluid level.
If the fluid level is below the specified range, ATF
must be added.
10. Connect negative battery cable.
11. Remove safety stands.
12. Remove wheel blocks.