N.T.

3270A
BA0B - DA0B - JA0B - LA0B
BA04 - DA04 - JA04 - LA04

Special features of vehicles fitted with

the K4M engine
equipped with the DP0 automatic
transmission

For parts not dealt with in this Technical Note, refer to Workshop Repair Manual
MR 312 and Technical Note 3177A.

77 11 206 309 SEPTEMBER 1999 Edition Anglaise

"The repair methods given by the manufacturer in this document are based on the
technical specifications current when it was prepared.
The methods may be modified as a result of changes by the manufacturer in the
production of the various component units and accessories from which his vehicles
are constructed".
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Copying or translating, in part or in full, of this document or use of the service part
reference numbering system is forbidden without the prior written authority of
Renault.

C RENAULT 1999
 Contents

Pages

19 ENGINE MOUNTING SYSTEM

Suspended engine mounting 19-1
COOLING
Diagram 19-2

23 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
General 23-1
Consumables 23-2
Parts which must always be changed 23-2
Oil 23-2
Draining 23-3
Filling - levels 23-4
Checking the converter setting
point 23-5
Hydraulic distributor 23-6
Automatic transmission (Removal -
Refitting) 23-8
Differential output seal 23-12
Converter seal 23-13
Multifunction switch 23-14
Sensors 23-16
Computer 23-17
Solenoid valves 23-19
Wiring diagram 23-20
Modular connector 23-23
Line pressure take-off 23-24
Gear selector lever 23-25
Fault finding - Introduction 23-26
 ENGINE MOUNTING SYSTEM
Suspended engine mounting 19
TIGHTENING TORQUES (in daN.m)

16667R

19-1
 COOLING
Diagram 19

16664-1R

Coolant pump

Thermostat

Bleed screw

The expansion bottle valve calibration value is 1.2 bar (brown).

1 Engine
2 Radiator
3 "Warm" reservoir with degassing following thermostat
4 Heater matrix
5 Thermostat support
6 ∅ 3 mm nozzle

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General 23
STEP DOWN FINAL DRIVE
VEHICLE A.T. TYPE ENGINE
RATIO RATIO

D/L/BA04 DP0 29 K4M 701 52 / 67 23 / 70

JA04 DP0 30 K4M 701 52 / 67 21 / 73

SPECIFICATIONS
Automatic transmission identification mark.
Weight: 70 kg

Mégane vehicles equipped with the DP0 automa-

tic transmission are fitted with systems called:
"Shift Lock" and "Lock Up".

The purpose of the "Shift Lock" is to prohibit mo-

vement of the selector lever without simultaneous
pressing of the brake pedal. For repair operations
when the battery is faulty, refer to the vehicle
handbook.

The "Lock Up" or converter bridging clutch is des-

igned to connect the automatic transmission di-
rectly to the engine. This connection is made by a
"mini clutch" in the converter. The "Lock Up" is
controlled by the DP0 computer.

Gears ratios (epicycloidal gear train):

13786R
1st 2nd 3rd 4th REVERSE

2.724 1.499 1 0.71 2.455

TOWING

In all cases, it is preferable to tow the vehicle on a

flat-bed trailer or with the front wheels raised.
However, if this is not possible, the vehicle may, in
exceptional circumstances, be towed at a speed of
less than 30 mph (50 km/h) over a distance limited
to a 30 miles (50 kilometres) maximum.

TOWABLE LOAD

It is compulsory for the towed load to be less than

1,300 kg for a trailer fitted with brakes (driver on-
ly).

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Consumables 23
DESCRIPTION COMPONENT CONCERNED

MOLYKOTE BR2 grease Converter locating device

Loctite FRENBLOC Brake caliper mounting bolt

Parts which must always be changed

Parts which must be changed when they have

been removed:

- the self-locking nuts,

- the seals,
- the rubber seals.

Oil

The DP0 automatic transmission is lubricated for life, it does not require any maintenance.

All that is required is a top up in the event of a slight leak.

Specified oil:

ELF RENAULTMATIC D3 SYN (to be ordered from ELF) DEXRON III standard.

Capacity in litres

Mechanical section

Total volume 6

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Draining 23
TIGHTENING TORQUES (in daN.m)

Drain plug 2.5

Top-up channel 3.5

DRAINING

It is preferable to drain the automatic transmis- Special features:

sion while the oil is hot (60°C maximum) to elimi-
nate as many impurities as possible. The plug has two functions:
- draining via plug (A),
Draining is by removing plug (A). - topping up via the channel (B).

PRN2316

13791R1

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Filling - Levels 23
FILLING

Filling is via hole (D).

13792S

14828R
8 - Close the top-up plug.

PROCEDURE FOR CHECKING THE LEVEL OTHER

THAN DURING FILLING OPERATIONS
Use a funnel fitted with a 15/100 filter to prevent
the entry of impurities. It is ESSENTIAL to follow the procedure described
below to check the level:
FILLING PROCEDURE
1 - Position the vehicle on a horizontal surface.
1 - Place the vehicle on a horizontal surface.
2 - Fill the automatic transmission with 0.5 litres
of fresh oil.
2 - Fill the automatic transmission with 3.5 litres
of new oil.
3 - Run the engine at idle speed. Carry out ope-
rations 4, 5 and 6 described above.
3 - Run the engine at idle speed.

4 - Connect the diagnostic equipment and enter

If the oil does not flow out or if the quantity reco-
into dialogue with the automatic transmis-
vered is less than 0.1 litres, stop the engine, add
sion computer (enter D14 on the XR25).
0.5 litres, allow the transmission to cool to 50°C
then repeat operations 3-4-5-6.
5 - Monitor the gearbox oil temperature para-
meter (enter #04 on the XR25).
IMPORTANT: When the oil is changed, the elec-
6 - When a temperature of 60°C ± 1°C is rea-
tronic oil age counter (inside the computer) must
ched, open the top-up plug.
be reset to zero. Enter the date of draining using
the command "Entry of date of last after sales
7 - Position a receptacle to recover at least 0.1 li-
service operation" (G74* on the XR25).
tres of excess oil and wait until the oil flows
drop by drop.

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Checking the converter setting point 23
Place the vehicle on a two post lift.

Lift the vehicle until the wheels are a few centimetres above the ground.

Connect the diagnostic equipment.

OPTIMA OR CLIP XR25

Set the ISO selector to S8

Enter into dialogue with the automatic transmission Enter the DP0 transmission code
computer.
D 1 4 then # 0 4

Monitor the gearbox oil temperature parameter.

The check must be carried out at an oil temperature of between 60°C and 80°C.

Start the engine, position the lever at D.

Monitor the engine speed parameter.

OPTIMA OR CLIP XR25

Enter
Enter into dialogue with the computer. # 0 6

Accelerate fully with the brakes applied. The front wheels should not turn.

WARNING: Full-load must not be maintained for more than 5 seconds. If this period is exceeded, there is a si-
gnificant risk of destruction of the converter or automatic transmission.

IMPORTANT: when the measurement has been taken, release the accelerator and keep the brakes applied
until the engine speed has stabilised at idle (there is a risk of damage to the automatic transmission if this in-
struction is not followed).

The engine speed should stabilise at: 2800 ± 150 rpm

If the setting point does not fall within the tolerances, the converter must be changed.

COMMENT: If the setting point is too low, this could be due to a lack of engine power.

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Hydraulic distributor 23
ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS

B.Vi. 1462 Plunger shaft adjusting screw

TIGHTENING TORQUES (in daN.m) - the 7 hydraulic distributor mounting bolts.

Cover mounting bolt 1

Distributor mounting bolt 0.75

REMOVAL

Place the vehicle on a two post lift.

Disconnect the battery.

Drain the automatic transmission (refer to the re-

levant section).

Remove:
- the power steering pipe mounting bolts (A),
- the four hydraulic distributor cover retaining
bolts (warning: oil may leak out),

13788-1S

Disconnect the solenoid valve connectors and re-

move the hydraulic distributor.

13793R

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Hydraulic distributor 23
REFITTING

Offer up the hydraulic distributor and reconnect

the solenoid valve connectors.

Refit the hydraulic distributor mounting bolts as

indicated below:

- Position the distributor pre-centring it using

bolts ( 4 ) and ( 5 ).

- Fit the other bolts.

- Tighten the bolts to a torque of 0.75 daN.m in

the order 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7.

13788R

Position the plunger shaft by placing the roller (A)

in the groove of sector (B) which corresponds to
1st imposed.

13789R

PRN2318

Fit tool B.Vi. 1462 in place of bolt (C). Screw the

ADJUSTING THE PLUNGER SHAFT
Retain the multifunction switch lever in the ex-
treme position (1st imposed) using a plastic clip
and a screw in the mechanical section housing.
tool in fully while supporting the plunger shaft.
Tighten bolt (D) to the specified torque.
Remove the tool then refit bolt (C) and tighten it
to the specified torque.

Remove bolt (C). If the transmission oil is changed, reset the auto-
adaptive values to zero using the command
"Erasing of autoadaptive values" (G80** on the
XR25) and to reset the automatic transmission
computer oil age counter to zero, enter command
"Entry of date of last after sales service opera-
tion" (G74* on the XR25).

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Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting) 23
ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS

Mot. 1040 -01 Sub-frame support trolley

B. Vi. 1531 Engine flywheel locating device
T. Av. 476 Tool for extracting ball joints

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT

Engine support equipment

Component jack

TIGHTENING TORQUES (en daN.m) REMOVAL

Place the vehicle on a two post lift.

Brake caliper guide bolt
Lower ball joint nut
Shock absorber base bolt
Engine tie-bar bolt
Gearbox surround and starter bolt
Suspended mounting to gearbox nut
Wheel bolts
Steering ball joint nut
Converter to drive plate
mounting nut
Inertia flywheel to converter
mounting nut
Modular connector support bolt
SPECIAL FEATURES OF VEHICLES FITTED WITH A
DRIVER’S AIR BAG
3
6 Remove the front wheels.
17
6.2 Disconnect:
4 - the battery,
- the ball joint (1) from the multifunction switch
4.4
cable,
9 - the multifunction switch cable (2) by releasing
4 the sheath end.
2.1
NOTE: do not move the orange ring during this
2.1 operation. This ring may break on removal or
2 refitting. If this should happen, do not replace the
control cable as the absence of this part does not
compromise the operation of the system.

WARNING

To prevent any risk of destruction of the rotary

switch under the steering wheel, follow the
instructions below:

• Before the steering column and the rack are

uncoupled, it is ESSENTIAL that the steering
wheel is immobilised with the wheels straight
using a "steering wheel immobiliser" tool for
the entire duration of the operation.
• If there is any doubt about the correct centring
of the rotary switch, the steering wheel must
be removed and the centring procedure
described in section 88 "Air bag" must be
applied.

REMINDER: in this case, only qualified, trained

personnel must carry out the procedure. 14829-1R

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Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting) 23
Disconnect connector (1) by releasing the Fit hose clamps and disconnect the exchanger.
connector slide.
Remove:
Remove the modular connector support plate - the wiring mounting bolts,
mounting bolt (2). - the TDC sensor,
- the upper gearbox surround bolts,
- the right and left mud shields,
- the engine undertray,
- the right and left driveshafts,
- the fasteners securing the power steering pipe
on the automatic transmission.

Disconnect the speed sensor connector.

Remove:
- the engine/gearbox upper studs,
- the starter,
- the exhaust/gearbox strut,
- the engine tie-bar,
- the steering shaft yoke,
- the steering unit mounting bolts,
- the horn,
- the bumper.

16370R

IMPORTANT:
Protect the connector by sliding it into a
sealed plastic bag.

13785S

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Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting) 23
Fit the sub-frame support tool (Mot. 1410-01). Remove the gearbox mounting.

Turn the crankshaft clockwise to gain access to the

three nuts connecting the drive plate and the
converter and remove them.

Detach the power steering pipe towards the rear

and secure it.

13798S
98755R

Secure the steering unit. Tilt the engine / automatic transmission assembly
as much as possible.
Remove:
- the sub-frame, Fit the component jack.
- the automatic transmission computer and its
support (underneath the battery tray) Remove the gearbox surround bolts and the lower
- the right-hand scuttle grille (Scénic version), stud (starter end).
- the left-hand light unit (Scénic version).
Uncouple the automatic transmission from the
Fit the engine support tool. engine taking care not to unseat the converter.

16637S

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Automatic transmission (Removal - Refitting) 23
Secure the converter using a piece of string to REFITTING
prevent it from becoming unseated.
DO NOT REUSE THE CONVERTER MOUNTING
NUTS OR THE INERTIA FLYWHEEL MOUNTING
NUTS, IF IT WAS REMOVED. ALWAYS FIT NEW
NUTS.

Refit the inertia flywheel on the converter using

tool B. Vi. 1531.

13790S

Remove the inertia flywheel to change the

converter.

16361R

Refitting does not present any difficulties,

proceed in the reverse order to removal.

CHECK THAT THE CENTRING PINS ARE PRESENT

Change the exhaust downpipe seal.

Top up the oil (refer to the relevant section).

If the oil is changed, reset the autoadaptive values

to zero using the command "Erasing of
autoadaptive values" (G80** on the XR25) and to
reset the automatic transmission computer oil age
counter to zero, enter command "Entry of date of
last after sales service operation" (G74* on the
XR25).

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Differential output seal 23
ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS

B. Vi. 1459 Tool for fitting the right-hand driveshaft seal

B. Vi. 1460 Tool for fitting the left-hand driveshaft seal

TIGHTENING TORQUES (in daN.m)

Brake caliper guide bolt 3

Lower ball joint nut 6
Shock absorber base bolt 17
Wheel bolts 9
Steering ball joint nut 4
Drain plug 2.5

To change a differential output seal, the corre- Remove the faulty differential output seal using a
sponding driveshaft must be removed. screwdriver or a hook taking care not to scratch
the surfaces in contact.

REMOVAL Take care not to drop the seal spring into the
automatic transmission.
Place the vehicle on a two post lift.

Disconnect the battery.

REFITTING
Drain the automatic transmission via plug (A).
The seal is fitted using tool B. Vi. 1459 or B. Vi.
1460.

Guide the assembly until the tool is in contact

with the automatic transmission casing.

Refit in the reverse order to removal.

TIGHTEN THE SCREWS, NUTS AND BOLTS TO THE

RECOMMENDED TORQUES.

Fill the automatic transmission and check the level

(refer to the relevant section).

13791R1

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Converter seal 23
ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS

B. Vi. 1457 Tool for fitting the converter seal

Mot. 587 Tool for extracting the seal

The converter seal can only be removed following

removal of the automatic transmission and the
converter (refer to the relevant section).

REMOVAL

Remove the converter keeping as close as possible

to the centreline.

Warning: the converter contains a significant

amount of oil which may leak on removal.

Using Mot. 587, remove the seal taking care not to

scratch the surfaces in contact.

REFITTING

The operation must be carried out with great

care. Lubricate all surfaces in contact.

Fit the new seal (coated with oil ) to its stop using
tool B. Vi. 1457.

Check that the converter is fitted correctly.

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Multifunction switch 23
TIGHTENING TORQUES (in daN.m)

Multifunction switch mounting bolt 1

Lever mounting nut 1

REMOVAL

Place the switch in position N.

Disconnect:
- the multifunction switch cable ball joint (1),
- the multifunction switch cable (2) by releasing
the sheath end.

Remove:
- the lever and the two multifunction switch 16370R
mounting bolts (3),

Remove the two modular connector plate

mounting bolts then remove the multifunction
switch green connector (12-way).

13785R

14829-1R3 REFITTING

Place the multifunction switch in position N.

Disconnect the modular connector (1) by releasing
the connector slide. Reconnect the multifunction switch connector.

Remove the three modular connector support

plate mounting bolts (2).

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Multifunction switch 23
SETTING THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH

Control level in the NEUTRAL position:

Fit two electrical terminal connectors on the

position checking tabs.

16371S

Set the multimeter to the ohmmeter position.

Rotate the multifunction switch by hand until the

setting electrical contact closes (resistance at the
terminals of the contact= 0 Ω).

Tighten the bolts to a torque of 1 daNm.

AFTER TIGHTENING, THE ELECTRICAL CONTACT

SHOULD BE CLOSED.

TIGHTEN THE SCREWS, NUTS AND BOLTS TO THE

RECOMMENDED TORQUES.

Check that the geas operate and change correctly.

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Sensors 23
TIGHTENING TORQUES (en daN.m) Special feature of REMOVAL:

Input speed sensor mounting If a sensor is changed, always remove the modular
bolt 1 connector (see section "Automatic transmission
removal/refitting").
Output speed sensor mounting
bolt 1

Exchanger flow control solenoid valve bolt 1

IMPORTANT:
Protect the connector by sliding it into a sealed
Line pressure sensor bolt 0.8
plastic bag.

The removal of:

- the speed sensors,
- the line pressure sensor,
- the exchanger flow control solenoid valve,

is carried out without draining and without

removal of the automatic transmission.

13786-1R

1 Input speed sensor

2 Output speed sensor

3 Exchanger flow control solenoid valve

4 Line pressure sensor

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Computer 23
LOCATION OF THE COMPUTER

The computer is located underneath the battery

tray.

16764S

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Computer 23
REPLACEMENT OF THE COMPUTER

Procedure for programming the accelerator pedal full-load and no-load positions

When the automatic transmission computer is changed, the accelerator pedal full-load and no-load positions
must be programmed by applying the procedure below:

Place the gear selector lever in position P or N and keep the engine switched off.

OPTIMA OR CLIP XR25

Enter code G20*

Enter into dialogue with the automatic transmission
computer.
Enter the Full-load position command.
Enter the No-load position command.
The display shows "Full-load" flashing
Press the accelerator pedal.
The display shows "OK" then "No-load"flashing
Release the accelerator pedal.
The display shows "OK" , "End" then "1.n63"
Switch off the ignition.
Ensure that right-hand bargraph 2 is extinguished

Procedure for programming the automatic transmission oil age

When the automatic transmission computer is changed, the automatic transmission oil age stored in the me-
mory of the computer to be changed must be programmed into the new computer. Apply the following pro-
cedure:

OPTIMA OR CLIP XR25

Read the oil age value in the memory of the

Read the oil age value in the memory of the
computer to be changed using the command
"Reading oil counter".
Change the computer.
Enter the oil age value in the memory of the new
computer using the command "Writing oil counter".
Check the entry using the command "Reading oil
counter".
computer to be changed using command G83*.
Note the 10-digit value displayed twice by the XR25
(for example 02 1245 3213).
Change the computer.
Enter the oil age value in the memory of the new
computer using command G82*. Entry is digit by digit
starting with the 10 th (0 in the example above) and by
validating using the asterisk. The XR25 will then
request 9th, 8th ,...
Following validation of the 1 st digit, the XR25 will
display the 10-digit value thus composed twice.

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Solenoid valves 23
The solenoid valves are removed following
removal of the hydraulic distributor (refer to the
relevant section).

13787R

1 EVM Modulating solenoid valve

2 EVLU LOCK UP solenoid valve (converter

bridging clutch)

3 EVS4 Sequence solenoid valve

4 EVS3 Sequence solenoid valve

5 EVS1 Sequence solenoid valve

6 EVS2 Sequence solenoid valve

7 EVS6 Sequence solenoid valve

8 EVS5 Sequence solenoid valve

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Wiring diagram 23

16379G

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Wiring diagram 23

16379D

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Wiring diagram 23
PARTS LIST

Component or
Description
Unit No.

104 Ignition switch

119 Automatic transmission computer

120 Injection computer

160 Brake switch

209 Monostalk

225 Diagnostic socket

247 Instrument panel

419 AC control unit

597 Engine compartment fuse box

721 ABS electronic control unit + ABS hydraulic assembly block

755 Poor grip control

756 Air bag/pretensioners electronic control unit

780 Turbine or vehicle speed sensor (automatic transmission)

969 Gear selector lever locking motor

971 DP0 automatic transmission module

1016 Passenger compartment fuse box

R34 Engine/ Dashboard

R35 Pedal assembly/ Dashboard

R36 ABS / Dashboard

R254 Dashboard/ Plenum chamber

R255 ABS / Plenum chamber

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Modular connector 23
TRACK NUMBERING

3 1

6 4
1
9 7

12 10

3 1
13785R1

6 4
1 GREEN connector (multifunction switch) 2
9 7
2 YELLOW connector (IEH)
12 10
3 GREEN connector (line pressure)

4 YELLOW connector (turbine speed)

3 3 1
5 BLUE connector (vehicle speed)

4 3 1

5 3 1

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Line pressure take-off 23

13791R2

The oil pressure take-off is located next to the

pressure sensor.

Remove bolt (V) and fit tool Bvi. 466.06.

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Gear selector lever 23
REFITTING

Refit in the reverse order to removal.

The gear selector cable has a precise setting.

Press the Slide (T), then secure it in position using

the clip.

PRN2317

REMOVAL

Turn ring (B) in the direction shown on the

diagram below to remove the cable from the
sheath end.

DO NOT MOVE THE ORANGE RING ( P ) DURING

THIS OPERATION
13796R1

Reconnect the cable on the multifunction switch

ball joint in position N on the gear selector lever
and on the multifunction switch.

Operate the clip to lock the position. Setting is

complete.

NOTE: The orange ring (P) may break on removal

or refitting. If this should happen, DO NOT
REPLACE THE CONTROL CABLE, as the absence of
this part does not compromise the operation of
the system.

13796R

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Fault finding - Introduction 23
For fault finding methods refer to NT 2998A.

SPECIAL FEATURES

The engine speed, engine torque, load and engine coolant temperature information, supplied by the petrol
engine management computer via wire connections, is now transmitted via a multiplexed connection (CAN
bus on tracks 38 and 39 of the Automatic Transmission computer).

Thus two new faults are controlled by the Automatic Transmission computer:
- 11 injection → Automatic Transmission connections (CAN information)
- 12 engine speeds (transmitted by injection)

These faults cannot be accessed on the XR25. However, general fault finding is available.

REPAIRING THESE NEW FAULTS

- 11 Right injection → Automatic Transmission connection (CAN information)

Check the continuity and insulation of the following connections:
• between track 38 of the automatic transmission computer connector and track 27 of the injection
computer connector,
• between track 39 of the automatic transmission computer connector and track 57 of the injection
computer connector.
Check the insulation between these two connections.
Check the connections at the injection computer and automatic transmission computer connectors.

- 12 Right engine speed (transmitted by injection)

This fault corresponds to the receipt by the automatic transmission computer of a specific code transmit-
ted by the engine management computer indicating that the engine speed sensor is faulty.
Apply the repair procedure suggested in the injection fault finding section.

CHANGES TO THE PROCEDURE FOR REPAIRING KNOWN FAULTS

- 4 Right Coolant temperature sensor circuit

- 6 Right Invalid engine torque information
- 7 Left Load potentiometer circuit (see by injection)
- 19 Right Engine speed sensor circuit

These four faults correspond to incorrect values received from the injection computer via the CAN connec-
tions.

In this case, apply the repair procedure suggested in the injection fault finding section.

CONVERTER SETTING POINT

The setting point is 2800±150 rpm.
See NT 2998A for method of checking.

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