Code 16 - Electronically-Controlled A/T Signal (7A-FE)

The signal from the A/T CPU retards the ignition timing of the engine during A/T gear shifting, thus momentarily reducing the torque output of the engine for smooth clutch operation inside the transmission and reduced shift shock.

Fig 1: Code 16 Flow Chart - Elect. Controlled A/T Signal

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