"2014” SEMINAR INFORMATION SUBARU 4AT PHASE ll VERSION ll AWD BINDING ON TURNS AND/OR PREMATURE TRANSFER CLUTCH FAILURE COMPLAINT:
2004 -2009 All Wheel Drive Subaru vehicles equipped with the 4AT Phase 2 Version 2 transmission, may exhibit a binding condition when maneuvering into a tight corner, which may be as a result from a malfunctioning Transfer Clutch Solenoid or premature Transfer Clutch failure. Refer to Figure 1 for model identification, that use this type of transmission.
CAUSE:
The cause may be, that the Transfer Clutch solenoid is faulty, not allowing the Transfer Clutches, which drive the rear drive shaft, to slip enough when whe n a tight corner, or the Transfer Clutch Control Valve Valve is stuck in the valve body. See Figure 2 for the location of the Phase 2 Version 2 Transfer Clutch Solenoid. Testing: The easiest way to verify that the solenoid is mechanically good is to simply disconnect disconne ct the wiring harness for the transmission with the wheels free on a lift. This will cause a third gear start and there should be no power transmitted to the rear wheels, if the solenoid is mechanically good and the Transfer Clutch Valve is free, as the Transfer Clutch Solenoid is Normally Vented. See Figure 3 for a functional description of the Transfer Clutch Solenoid. If when the h arness is disconnected, the rear wheels are a re being driven, this would indicate that the Transfer Clutch Control Valve Valve is stuck or the Transfer Clutch solenoid is faulty. faulty. See Figure 2 for location. This problem can also be intermittent and may require testing with a pressure gage and a volt meter. Refer to Figure 4 for a voltage to pressure chart from a working vehicle. If a pressure gage shows that there is no pressure on the gage but yet the rear wheels are still driving on the lift with the harness unplugged, the Transfer Clutch pack is probably welded together. A common cause to the Transfer Clutch pack welding together is because of rear CV joint spline failure where the axle is connected to the rear differential as shown in Figure 5. Spline failure can cause the Transfer Clutch to fail as it is not always connected to the front differential, and can even cause a complaint related to falling out of gear at highway speeds.
CORRECTION: To
correct a condition of a Transfer Clutch Solenoid mechanical problem after testing pressure and comparing the voltage listed listed in Figure 4, to find that Transfer Clutch pressure is higher than what is listed in the chart, it will be necessary to replace the Transfer Clutch solenoid and verify that the Transfer Clutch Control valve is free and not binding in the bore. Refer to Figures 5-8 for the location of the Transfer Clutch Solenoid and valve train. Refer to Service Information for the new Transfer Clutch Solenoid available from Rostra. To correct a condition of the Transfer Clutch pack welded together, dis-assemble the clutch and piston to verify sealing components. If the clutch is sealed up properly replace the clutch pack and refer to Figure 5 to verify the integrity of the splined area where the CV joint connects to the Rear Differential and repair as necessary. Note: If the CV joints are good where they connect to the splined area it may be necessary to verify that the Transfer Clutch pressure is functioning correctly as shown in the chart in Figure 4.
SERVICE INFORMATION:
ROSTRA TRANSFER CLUTCH SOLENOID (Rostra part no.)...............................52-0527 Contact your local transmission transmissio n parts distributor. Special thanks to: Paul and Shannon from Fairview Trans Dwayne and David from Walkers Walkers Trans Trans
4AT PHASE ll VERSION ll MODEL I.D.
2004 - 2009 Subaru Forester Turbo 2005 - 2009 Subaru Forester Non-Turbo 2005 - 2009 Subaru Impreza Non-Turbo 2006 - 2009 Subaru Impreza Turbo 2005 - 2009 Subaru Legacy/Outback
Figure 1
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"2014” SEMINAR INFORMATION solenoid LOCATIONS
Line Pressure Control Solenoid
Torque Converter Clutch Duty Solenoid Transfer Clutch Duty Solenoid
High Clutch Duty Solenoid 2-4 Brake Duty Solenoid
L/R Brake Duty Solenoid G4907066
Low Clutch Duty Solenoid
Figure 2 TRANSFER CLUTCH DUTY SOLENOID FUNCTIONAL CHECK
Green Connector
Green Connector
OFF
Normally
ON
vented
Blocked to Control Valve
Connected to Control Valve
Pilot Pressure
Pilot Pressure
Summary: The Transfer Clutch Duty Solenoid is Normally Vented. When the Solenoid duty cycle is Low, Pilot pressure to the Control valve is blocked, closing the Transfer Clutch Control Valve. When the Solenoid duty cycle is High, Pilot pressure to the Control valve is High, opening the Transfer Clutch Control valve.
Figure 3
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"2014” SEMINAR INFORMATION TRANSFER CLUTCH VOLTAGE AND PRESSURE SPECS
TCM CONNECTORS B55
B54
Back-probe Yellow/Green wire at terminal 5 to ground with Multimeter TCM located next to pedal bracket near steering column Terminal I.D. from 2008 Subaru Outback models may vary. OBSERVED TRANSFER CLUTCH SPECS
RANGE
MPH
THROTTLE
TRANSFER VOLTAGE
Psi.
Park
0
0
.68V
0
Reverse
0
0
2.2V
40-42
Drive Drive
0
0
2.2V
40-42
Cornering
2-5
10%
1.7V
20-25
Drive
35
25%
1.8V
32-35
Drive
50
25%
1.8V
32-35
Drive
2-5
90%
3.2V
100
Observed voltage and pressure specifications at various driving conditions off of a working vehicle 2008 Outback. Transfer Clutch pressure port located on the tailhousing.
Figure 4
Automatic Transmission Service Group
"2014” SEMINAR INFORMATION REAR DIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLY
CV JOINT/AXLE SHAFT
Inspect the CV joint connection to the Rear Differential. The splined area where the CV Joint connects wears causing the axle to dis-connect from the Rear Differential.
Figure 5
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"2014” SEMINAR INFORMATION TRANSFER CLUTCH SOLENOID REPLACEMENT
New Connector Included New Design Solenoid from Rostra
Previous Design Transfer Clutch Solenoid
4 4 0 00
00
00
00
G 4 9 0 7 0 6 6
New Design Solenoid from Rostra is a two piece adapter that houses a 01M Pressure Control solenoid. Also included in the kit is a harness connector that splices into the OE harness. NOTE: The OE solenoid can only be purchased with a complete valve body from Subaru.
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"2014” SEMINAR INFORMATION UPPER VALVE BODY EXPLODED VIEW
399 398 397 394 391
396 393
390 389
395
400
392
388
400 385
387 386 385
333
302
334 335
339
381 382
336 337
340
344 378
384 383
348
375
379
380
338 342
346
372A 376
341
345 349
372
350
352
373
347
356
377 360 374
357
364
351 354
358
361 365
368
353
362 366
369
355 359
370 363 367 371
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"2014” SEMINAR INFORMATION LEGEND 302 333 334 335 336 337 338 339 340 341 342 343 344 345 346 347 348 349 350 351 352 353 354 355 356 357 358 359 360 361 362 363 364 365 366 367
UPPER VALVE BODY CASTING. LINE PRESSURE BLOW-OFF BALL, 8.72 MM (.343") DIAMETER. LINE PRESSURE BLOW-OFF BALL SPRING. BLOW-OFF BALL SPRING RETAINER. REAR LUBE CHECK BALL, 8.72 MM (.343") DIAMETER. REAR LUBE SPRING. REAR LUBE SPRING RETAINER. LOCK-UP CONTROL VALVE SPRING. LOCK-UP CONTROL VALVE. LOCK-UP CONTROL BOOST VALVE. LOCK-UP CONTROL BOOST VALVE SLEEVE. LOCK-UP CONTROL BOOST VALVE SLEEVE RETAINER. TCC REGULATOR VALVE 2. (APPLY) TCC REGULATOR VALVE 2 SPRING. TCC REGULATOR VALVE 2 BORE PLUG. TCC REGULATOR VALVE 2 BORE PLUG RETAINER. HIGH CLUTCH DUTY SOLENOID ACCUMULATOR SPRING. HIGH CLUTCH DUTY SOLENOID ACCUMULATOR VALVE. HIGH CLUTCH DUTY SOLENOID ACCUMULATOR BORE PLUG. HIGH CLUTCH DUTY SOLENOID ACCUMULATOR RETAINER. HIGH CLUTCH CONTROL VALVE SPRING. HIGH CLUTCH CONTROL VALVE. HIGH CLUTCH CONTROL BORE PLUG. HIGH CLUTCH CONTROL BORE PLUG RETAINER. 2-4 BRAKE CONTROL VALVE SPRING. 2-4 BRAKE CONTROL VALVE. 2-4 BRAKE CONTROL BORE PLUG. 2-4 BRAKE CONTROL BORE PLUG RETAINER. 2-4 BRAKE DUTY SOLENOID ACCUMULATOR SPRING. 2-4 BRAKE DUTY SOLENOID ACCUMULATOR VALVE. 2-4 BRAKE DUTY SOLENOID ACCUMULATOR BORE PLUG. 2-4 BRAKE DUTY SOLENOID ACCUMULATOR RETAINER. LOW CLUTCH CONTROL VALVE SPRING. LOW CLUTCH CONTROL VALVE. LOW CLUTCH CONTROL VALVE BORE PLUG. LOW CLUTCH CONTROL VALVE RETAINER.
368 LOW CLUTCH DUTY SOLENOID ACCUMULATOR SPRING. 369 LOW CLUTCH DUTY SOLENOID ACCUMULATOR VALVE. 370 LOW CLUTCH DUTY SOLENOID ACCUMULATOR. 371 LOW CLUTCH DUTY SOLENOID ACCUMULATOR RETAINER. 372A TRANSFER CLUTCH CONTROL VALVE SPRING 372 TRANSFER CLUTCH CONTROL VALVE. 373 TRANSFER CLUTCH CONTROL VALVE BORE PLUG. 374 TRANSFER CLUTCH CONTROL VALVE BORE PLUG RETAINER. 375 LOW/REVERSE BRAKE SEQUENCE VALVE. 376 LOW/REVERSE BRAKE SEQUENCE SPRING. 377 LOW/REVERSE BRAKE SEQUENCE SPRING RETAINER. 378 LOW/2-4 RELAY VALVE. 379 LOW/2-4 RELAY VALVE SPRING. 380 LOW/2-4 RELAY VALVE SPRING RETAINER. 381 LOW/REVERSE BRAKE CONTROL VALVE SPRING. 382 LOW/REVERSE BRAKE CONTROL VALVE. 383 LOW/REVERSE BRAKE CONTROL VALVE BORE PLUG. 384 LOW/REVERSE BRAKE CONTROL VALVE BORE PLUG RETAINER. 385 STEEL CHECK BALLS, 5.53 MM (.217") DIAMETER (7 REQUIRED). 386 2-4 BRAKE SEQUENCE VALVE. 387 2-4 BRAKE SEQUENCE VALVE SPRING. 388 2-4 BRAKE SEQUENCE BOOST VALVE. 389 2-4 BRAKE SEQUENCE BOOST VALVE SLEEVE. 390 2-4 BRAKE SEQUENCE BOOST VALE SLEEVE "O" RING SEAL. 391 2-4 BRAKE SEQUENCE BOOST VALVE SLEEVE RETAINER. 392 TORQUE CONVERTER/LUBE REGULATOR VALVE 1. 393 TORQUE CONVERTER/LUBE REGULATOR VALVE 1 SPRING. 394 TORQUE CONVERTER/LUBE REG. VALVE 1 SPRING RETAINER. 395 LINE PRESSURE REGULATOR INNER VALVE. 396 LINE PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE. 397 LINE PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE SPRING. 398 LINE PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE BORE PLUG. 399 LINE PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE BORE PLUG RETAINER. 400 PLASTIC SCREENS (4 REQUIRED).
Note: The Valve names are provided by ATSG and are based on valve function.
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