Honda Multi Matic Transmission/CVT

Stall Speed Test

14-315  

  1. Set the parking brake and block the front wheels.
  1. Connect a tachometer to the engine and start the engine.
  2. Make sure the A/C switch is OFF.
  3. After the engine has warmed up to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on), shift to D.gif position.
  4. Fully press the brake pedal and accelerator for 6 to 8 seconds and note engine speed. Do not move the shift lever while raising engine speed.
  5. Allow 2 minutes for cooling, then repeat the test in , and positions.

NOTE:

  • Do not test stall speed for more than 10 seconds at a time.
  • Stall speed tests should be used for diagnostic purposes only.
  • Stall speed should be the same in , , and positions.
  • Do not test stall speed with the A/T pressure gauges installed.

D15Y4 Engine

Stall Speed rpm in position:

Specification: 2,500 rpm (min -1)

Service Limit: 2,350-2,650 rpm (min -1)

Stall Speed rpm in , and positions:

Specification: 3,000 rpm (min -1)

Service Limit: 2,800-3,100 rpm (min -1)

D17A2 Engine

Stall Speed rpm in position:

Specification: 2,500 rpm (min -1)

Service Limit: 2,350-2,650 rpm (min -1)

Stall Speed rpm in , and positions:

Specification: 2,800 rpm (min -1)

Service Limit: 2,600-2,900 rpm (min -1)

  1. If the measurements are out of the service limit, problems and probable causes are listed in the table below.

Problem Probable cause
Stall speed rpm high in , , and positions
  • Low fluid level or ATF pump output low
  • Clogged ATF strainer
  • PH regulator valve stuck closed
  • Slipping forward clutch
  • Faulty start clutch
Stall speed rpm high in position
  • Slippage of reverse clutch
  • Faulty start clutch
Stall speed rpm low in , , and positions
  • Engine output low
  • Faulty start clutch
  • Stuck pulley control valve