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Line Pressure Check

Special Tool 

J-21867-50 Transmission Line Pressure Adapter 

J 21867 Pressure Gage 

Fig 1: Identifying Automatic Transmission Fluid Pressure Test Hole Plug And O-Ring Seal
G05469785Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
  2. Remove the left front splash shield. refer to ENGINE SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT - LEFT SIDE .
  3. Remove the automatic transmission fluid pressure test hole plug (66) and O-ring seal (67).
    Fig 2: Connecting J 21867 To J -21867-50
    G05469786Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  4. Install the J-21867-50 (2) with a sealing washer on each side of the adapter into the test hole.
  5. Install the quick connect fitting of the J-21867-50 on the hose of J 21867.
  6. Connect the J 21867 (1) to the J -21867-50 (2).
  7. Fully apply the parking brake.
  8. Connect a scan tool for engine RPMs.
  9. Start the engine and allow the engine to warm up at idle.
  10. Firmly apply the brake and shift into REVERSE (R).
  11. Allow the engine to idle and record the line pressure.

    Specifications 

    500-610 kPa (73-89 psi) 

    NOTE: Do not perform the 2900 RPM test longer than 5 seconds.
  12. Increase the engine speed to 2900 RPM and record the line pressure.

    Specifications 

    1710-1980 kPa (248-287 psi) 

  13. Allow the transmission fluid to cool at idle in PARK (P) for at least one minute.
  14. Firmly apply the brake and shift into DRIVE (D).
  15. Allow the engine to idle and record the line pressure.

    Specifications 

    330-390 kPa (48-57 psi) 

    NOTE: Do not perform the 2900 RPM test longer than 5 seconds.
  16. Increase the engine speed to 2900 RPM and record the line pressure.

    Specifications 

    1280-1390 kPa (186-202 psi) 

  17. If the line pressure reading is not within specifications refer to the LINE TEST RESULTS  table.
    Fig 3: Identifying Automatic Transmission Fluid Pressure Test Hole Plug And New O-Ring
    G05469787Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  18. Remove the tools and install the automatic transmission fluid pressure test hole plug (66) and a new O-ring (67).

    Tightening torque 

    Tighten the test hole plug to 7 N.m (62 lb in). 

  19. Install the left front splash shield. refer to ENGINE SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT - LEFT SIDE .

Line Test Results 

LINE TEST RESULTS

Result Possible Cause
HIGHER than specification in BOTH DRIVE AND REVERSE
  • Line pressure control solenoid valve assembly - SLT (316) concern
  • Primary regulator valve (395) concern
LOWER than specification in BOTH DRIVE AND REVERSE
  • Line pressure control solenoid valve assembly - SLT (316) concern
  • Primary regulator valve (395) concern
  • Fluid pump assembly (2) concern
  • 1-2 reverse clutch (603) concern
LOWER than specification in DRIVE ONLY
  • Low system line pressure
  • 1-2 reverse clutch (603) slipping
  • DRIVE hydraulic circuit concern/failure
  • Forward clutch (565) concern
LOWER than specifications in REVERSE ONLY
  • REVERSE hydraulic circuit concern/failure
  • Direct clutch (562) concern
  • Low and reverse clutch (511) concern