Code No.52: Damper Clutch System
OPERATION
The engine-A/T-ECU engages and disengages the damper clutch (incorporated in the torque converter) by operating the DCC solenoid valve in response to driving conditions.
DIAGNOSIS CODE SET CONDITIONS
If the damper clutch solenoid valve drive duty ratio is 100% for a continuous period of 4 seconds or more when the damper clutch starts operating, diagnosis code 52 is output.
PROBABLE CAUSES
  • Malfunction of input shaft speed sensor
  • Damaged harness wires and connectors
  • Malfunction of the engine-A/T-ECU
  • Malfunction of damper clutch solenoid valve
  • Malfunction of valve body assembly
  • Malfunction of torque converter
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE
STEP 3. MUT-II/III data list
  • Item 52: Damper clutch slip amount (Refer to data list reference table ).
Q: Is the check result normal?
YES:  Go to Step 6.
NO:  Go to Step 4.
STEP 4. Hydraulic pressure test
Measure the torque converter hydraulic pressure (Refer to
).
OK: Refer to Hydraulic Pressure Test .
Q: Is the check result normal?
YES:  Go to Step 6.
NO:  Go to Step 5.
STEP 5. Adjust the line pressure and recheck the diagnosis code.
  1. Adjust the line pressure (Refer to ).
  1. Test drive the vehicle.
  1. Check the diagnosis code.
Q: Is the diagnosis code set?
YES:  Go to Step 7.
NO:  The inspection is complete.
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