24/04/2013 Transmission and Torque Converter - Test (RENR6474-03)

SMCS - 3060, 3101 i05327137

Table 1
PSP
202 -000
Required Tools

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Part Number Tools Qty

6V-3121 Multitach 1

6V-3965
RE 2
Fitting As
9 :21 60 3

198-4240
NR -
Digital Pressure Indicator
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6V-3965 Fitting As must be installed into the transmission in order to perform some tests.

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Note: For all tests, the machine must be at operating temperature.

Table 2

Transmission Pressure Test

Test Points 2 Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive

Pump Pressure at High Idle 1450 ± 300 kPa (210 ± 44 psi)

Forward Clutch Pressure at Low Idle

1350 ± 300 kPa (195 ± 44 psi)

Reverse Clutch Pressure at Low Idle

1350 ± 300 kPa (195 ± 44 psi)

Lubrication Pressure at Low Idle

125 ± 120 kPa (18 ± 17 psi)

Pressure for the All Wheel Drive Clutch N/A

1350 ± 300 kPa (195 ± 44 psi)

Removal of the Floorplate

The following components must be removed before the transmission system can be tested.

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1. Remove ten bolts (2) and cover (1) .

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2. Remove two bolts (3) and plate (4) . Repeat for the other side. Remove floor mat (7) .

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3. Remove six bolts (8) from the perimeter of the floorplate. Place floorplate (9) aside.

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Note: The machine ECM (A) is attached to the bottom of floorplate (10) .

4. Proceed to the appropriate test that is required. Reinstall the plates, screws, and the mats to
the cab when testing is completed.

Test for the Transmission Oil Pump Pressure

This test will show if the transmission oil pump is good.

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(B) Pump pressure

(D) Reverse clutch pressure tap

(E) Forward clutch pressure tap

(F) All wheel drive (if equipped)

(G) Lubrication pressure tap

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(H) Transmission speed control

(J) Direction control lever

(K) All wheel drive switch

1. At pressure tap (B) , connect 198-4240 Digital Pressure Indicator .

2. Place the direction control Lever (J) in NEUTRAL. Also place the transmission speed control
(H) in NEUTRAL.

3. Activate the parking brake. Start the engine and run the engine at low idle.

4. Shift direction control lever (J) to FORWARD. Run the engine at high idle. The pressure must
be 1450 ± 300 kPa (210 ± 44 psi).
 5. When this test is complete, reduce the engine speed to low idle. Place the direction control
lever in NEUTRAL. Stop the engine and remove the equipment.

Test for the Torque Converter Stall

The test will show if engine performance is good. The test will show if the torque converter
operates properly. Also, the test will show if there is oil flow through the oil cooler.

Note: Any unusual noises during this check should be noted. Loud noises could indicate that
repairs are needed.

1. Start the engine and run the engine at low idle.

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2. Place the bucket hydraulic controls in the lowering position. Lift the front wheels about 150
mm (6 inch) off the ground and support the front axle with suitable jack stands.
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3. Lower the stabilizers and lift the rear wheels about 150 mm (6 inch) off the ground.

4. Stop the engine and proceed with the following procedure.

5. Install the 6V-3121 Multitach on the engine. The multitach can measure engine speed by
the use of a photo pickup and reflective tape. The Special Instruction, SEHS7807 has
instructions for the use of the multitach.
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(H) Transmission speed control

(J) Direction control lever

(K) All wheel drive switch

6. With the transmission speed control (H) in (NEUTRAL) position, start the engine.

NOTICE
 To ensure that the transmission oil does not overheat, do not keep
the torque converter in a full stall condition for more than 30
seconds. After the torque converter stall test, reduce the engine
speed to low idle. In order to cool the oil, move the transmission
control to the NEUTRAL position and run the engine between 1200
rpm and 1500 rpm.

7. Run the engine at low idle. Fully engage the brakes. Run the transmission at normal
operating temperature 70° ± 10°C (158° ± 18°F). Shift the transmission speed control (H) to
FOURTH SPEED. Shift the direction control lever (J) to FORWARD. Increase engine speed to
high idle. Stall the torque converter until the temperature for the torque converter reaches
80° ± 10°C (176° ± 18°F). Record the stall speed at approximately 80 °C (176 °F).
The tables that follow contain the correct stall RPM for the various horsepower ratings of
the engines that are installed in machines. Refer to table 3 for machines with standard
transmissions.

Table 3

Standard Transmission

Stall Speed (RPM)

Model
Minimum Maximum

414E
2019 2350
56 kW (75 hp)

416E
2019 2350
56 kW (75 hp)

416E
2180 2350
68.5 kW (92 hp)

420E
2155 2350
68.5 kW (92 hp)

422E
2019 2350
56 kW (75 hp)

422E 2180 2350

 68.5 kW (92 hp)

428E
2180 2350
68.5 kW (92 hp)

428E
2207 2350
74.5 kW (100 hp)

430E
1965 2206
74.5 kW (100 hp)

432E
2125 2212
68.5 kW (92 hp)

434E
2125 2212
68.5 kW (92 hp)

442E
1965 2206
74.5 kW (100 hp)

444E
1965 2206
74.5 kW (100 hp)

8. When the test is complete, put the direction control lever (J) in NEUTRAL and the
transmission speed control (H) in NEUTRAL. Stop the engine and remove the test
equipment.

Note: Do not keep the torque converter in a stall condition for long periods of time. The torque
converter, the engine, and the brakes will get hot.

Problem

The oil gets too hot during normal operation.

Probable cause

Not enough oil is in the torque converter because the inlet relief valve for the torque
converter is open.

The oil pump fails.

The torque converter fails.

 The temperature gauge is bad. Replace the temperature gauge and the sending unit.

The air flow to the oil cooler is blocked by debris. Debris could also be blocking air flow to
the engine cooler.

Problem

High idle is correct, but stall speed is too high.

Probable cause

The torque converter is bad.

Problem

Stall speed is low.

Probable cause

There is an engine problem.

Test for Clutch Oil Pressure and Transmission

Lubrication
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(B) Pump pressure

(D) Reverse clutch pressure tap

(E) Forward clutch pressure tap

(F) All wheel drive (if equipped)

(G) Lubrication pressure tap

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(H) Transmission speed control

(J) Direction control lever

(K) All wheel drive switch

This test will show if oil pressure to the forward clutch and the pressure to the reverse clutch is
good. The test will also show if the transmission lubrication circuit is good.

1. Install the 6V-3121 Multitach on the engine. The 6V-3121 Multitach can measure the engine
speed by the use of the photo pickup and the reflective tape. The instructions for the use of
the photo pickup and reflective tape are in Special Instruction, SEHS7807.

2. At pressure taps (D) and (E) , connect 198-4240 Digital Pressure Indicator .

3. At pressure tap (G) , connect 198-4240 Digital Pressure Indicator .

4. Start the engine and run the engine at low idle.

 5. Shift the direction control lever (J) to REVERSE, and shift the transmission speed control (H)
to NEUTRAL. Reverse clutch pressure tap (D) must be 1350 ± 300 kPa (195 ± 44 psi). The
lubrication pressure tap (G) must be 125 ± 120 kPa (18 ± 17 psi). Forward clutch pressure
tap (E) must be 0 kPa (0 psi).

6. Now shift the direction control lever (J) to FORWARD, and the transmission speed control
(H) to NEUTRAL. Forward clutch pressure tap (E) must be 1350 ± 300 kPa (195 ± 44 psi).
The lubrication pressure tap (G) must be 125 ± 120 kPa (18 ± 17 psi). The reverse clutch
pressure tap (D) must be 0 kPa (0 psi).

7. When the test is complete, put the direction control lever in NEUTRAL, and engage the
parking brakes. Stop the engine. Remove the test equipment.

Problem

Both forward clutch pressure and reverse clutch pressure is too low.

Probable Cause

The spring to the system relief valve is weak.

The oil level is low.

The oil filter is plugged. Replace the dirty oil filter.

Oil pump failure.

The neutralizer button that is on the shift lever or the tilt control lever shorted. This action
caused the solenoid control valve to de-energize.

The clutch piston seals are bad.

Problem

Either the forward clutch pressure or the reverse clutch pressure is too low.

Probable Cause

The solenoid is faulty.

The clutch piston seals are bad.

The seals are faulty or the seals are missing on the input shaft.

Test for the All Wheel Drive (if equipped)

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(B) Pump pressure

(D) Reverse clutch pressure tap

(E) Forward clutch pressure tap

(F) All wheel drive (if equipped)

(G) Lubrication pressure tap

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(H) Transmission speed control

(J) Direction control lever

(K) All wheel drive switch

1. At the pressure tap for the all wheel drive (F) , connect 198-4240 Digital Pressure Indicator .

2. Start the engine and run the engine at low idle.

3. Engage all wheel drive by pressing the left side of the all wheel drive switch (K) . The
pressure for the all wheel drive must be 1350 ± 300 kPa (195 ± 44 psi).

4. When the test is complete, press the right side of the all wheel drive switch (K) to return
machine to two-wheel drive mode. Engage the parking brakes.

5. Stop the engine.

6. Remove the test equipment.
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