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Time Lag Test

NOTE: If shift lever is shifted while engine is idling, there will be a certain time elapse or lag before shock can be felt. This is used for checking the condition of front clutch, rear clutch and brake No. 3.
  1. Fully apply parking brake. Start engine. Move gear selector lever from "N" to "D" range. Using a stop watch, measure the time it takes from shifting lever until shock is felt. Then measure time lag for "N" to "R". Compare findings with those in the TIME LAG SPECIFICATIONS  table.
  2. If "N" to "D" time lag is longer than specifications, line pressure may be too low or front clutch may be worn. If "N" to "R" time lag is longer than specifications, rear clutch may be worn, brake No. 3 may be worn or line pressure may be too low.
    TIME LAG SPECIFICATIONS

    Application Time Lag (Seconds)
    "N" to "D" Less Than 1.2
    "N" to "R" Less Than 1.5