System Diagram
NOTE: The gear ratio is set for each position separately.
System Description
In order to select the gear ratio that can obtain the driving force in accordance with driver's intention and the vehicle condition, TCM monitors the driving conditions, such as the vehicle speed and the throttle position, selects the optimum gear ratio, and determines the gear change steps to the gear ratio. Then TCM sends the command to the step motor, controls the inflow/outflow of line pressure from the primary pulley to determine the position of the moving-pulley and controls the gear ratio.
"D" POSITION
Shifting over all the ranges of gear ratios from the lowest to the highest.
"M" POSITION
By moving the selector lever to + side or - side, the manual mode switch is changed over, and shift change like M/T becomes possible following the changing gear set line step by step.
"DS" POSITION
DOWNHILL ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL (AUTO ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL)
When a downhill slope is detected with the accelerator pedal released, the engine brake will be strengthened up by downshifting so as not to accelerate the vehicle more than necessary.
ACCELERATION CONTROL
According to vehicle speed and a change of accelerator pedal angle, driver's request for acceleration and driving scene are judged. This function assists improvement in the acceleration feeling by making the engine speed proportionate to the vehicle speed. And a shift map that can gain a larger driving force is available for compatibility of mileage with driveability.
Component Parts Location
Component Description
TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY
EXCEPT TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY
Steering switch
Description
When one of the steering wheel audio control switches is pushed, the
resistance in the steering wheel audio
control switch circuit changes, depending on which button is pushed.
Diagnosis Procedure
1.CHECK STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROL SWITCH RESISTANCE
Turn ignition switch ...
P0448 evap canister vent control valve
Description
The EVAP canister vent control valve is located on the EVAP canister
and is used to seal the canister vent.
This solenoid valve responds to signals from the ECM. When the
ECM sends an ON signal, the coil in the solenoid valve is energized.
A plunger will then move to seal ...
Steering column covers
Removal and Installation
MANUAL TILT
Removal
Remove the steering column cover screw finishers (1) and then
remove the screws.
Remove the steering column upper cover (2).
Remove the steering column lower cover screw and then remove
the steering column lower cover (3).
Installatio ...