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P0729

Slipped 6th Gear / Harsh Downshift to 4th

System

Gear Ratio

Symptom

Slipped 6th Gear / Harsh Downshift to 4th

Diagnosis & fix steps

LOGIC: Incorrect 6th Gear Ratio (C1/C4 Clutch Pack Slip). ACTION: Check ATF fluid level and clarity. Connect a scan tool to monitor turbine speed vs. output shaft speed when shifting into 6th gear. If slip exceeds 150 RPM, perform a hydraulic air pressure check on the C1 and C4 clutch apply circuits on the bench.

Red Seal field insights

Overdrive Tie-Up: In 6-speed retrofits of the 5-speed casing, 6th gear applies the C4 clutch pack with narrow clearance tolerances. Worn piston lip seals or scored clutch hubs drop hold pressure, slipping the pack under highway load.

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