For 1990-2009 cars

#### Engagement Time From Park or Neutral to Drive is Not Within Specifications

Condition | Action
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DEFINITION: Engagement time from PARK or NEUTRAL to DRIVE is NOT within specifications
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) level low, contaminated, or unit is contaminated with engine coolant |

• | Inspect the ATF level and color.

• | Perform Transmission Fluid Check and make sure that the fluid does not smell burnt, and shows no sign of engine coolant cross contamination.

| If cross contamination is present, perform a system flush. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Flushing and Flow Test .

• | Retest to verify the repair.

Transmission is filled with the wrong type of automatic transmission fluid (ATF) | If unable to determine if the transmission has the correct type of fluid, drain the unit and refill with the correct ATF and retest.
Automatic Transmission Input Speed Sensor (73) | Inspect the automatic transmission input speed sensor (73) for loose electrical connection and/or signs of physical damage that could cause erratic output. The magnetic end of the sensor should be free of any metal shavings/particles, including heavy friction material build-up. If metal or heavy friction material is found, diagnose the cause and repair as needed. Perform a complete ATF flush on the transmission and oil cooler assembly. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Flushing and Flow Test .
Internal Automatic Transmission Control Valve Body Assembly (39)
Forward Clutch Control Valve (354) |

• | Remove the automatic transmission control valve body assembly (39) to inspect the forward clutch control valve (354).

• | Inspect the internal bore and the valve for signs of wear and/or damage, including internal contamination.

| If unable to verify a repairable concern, replace the complete automatic transmission control valve body assembly (39).

Clutch - Mechanical/Hydraulic
Forward Clutch Assembly (550-553) |

• | Remove the automatic transmission case cover and 1-2 reverse clutch assembly (19), and the forward and direct clutch assembly (23) to inspect all forward clutch components and operation.

• | Repair or replace as needed.