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2002 Honda Civic Si

Stall Speed Test

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Stall Speed Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Honda Odyssey and 2005 Honda Odyssey. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Make sure the transmission fluid is filled to the proper level (see ATF LEVEL CHECK  ).
  2. Apply the parking brake, and block all four wheels.
  3. Connect the HDS to the DLC (A), and go to the A/T data list.
    Fig 1: Connecting HDS To DLC
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  4. Make sure the A/C switch is OFF.
  5. After the engine has warmed up to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on), shift to the 2 position.
  6. Firmly press the brake pedal and accelerator pedal for 6 to 8 seconds, and note the engine speed. Do not move the shift lever while raising the engine speed.
  7. Allow 2 minutes for cooling, then repeat the test in the D, 1, and R 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 tests should be the same in the D, 2, 1, and R positions.
    • Do not test stall speed with the A/T pressure gauges installed.

    Stall Speed rpm: 

    • Specification: 2,050 rpm 
    • Service Limit: 1,900-2,200 rpm 
  8. If the measurements are out of the service limit, problems and probable causes are listed in DIAGNOSIS CHART  .
DIAGNOSIS CHART

Problem Probable causes
Stall speed rpm high in the D, 2, 1, and R positions
  • ATF pump output low
  • Clogged ATF strainer
  • Regulator valve stuck
  • Slipping clutch
Stall speed rpm high in the 1 position Slippage of 1st clutch or 1st gear one-way clutch defective
Stall speed rpm high in the 2 position Slippage of 2nd clutch
Stall speed rpm high in the R position Slippage of 5th clutch
Stall speed low in the D, 2, 1, and R positions
  • Engine output low
  • Engine throttle valve closed
  • Torque converter one-way clutch slipping
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