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Thread: Some help with my 2-3 shift: towing mode

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    Some help with my 2-3 shift: towing mode

    I was hoping someone could give me a hand with this one. File attached.

    In tow/haul mode at about 32 - 40% tps I have a very sloppy 2-3 shift. It is tune related, aka something I've done as it does not happen with the factory tune or out of tow/haul mode with the same tune.

    I'm sure it is obvious but I'm just not seeing what I've messed up. Here is the scenario.

    Between 32 and 40% tps, about 40 - 45 mph when it goes to shift if feels like the following is happening. All this happens within a second or two.

    1. The TC disengages, rpms go up
    2. The shift to 2-3 happens but is very soft and slow
    3. The TC engages, rpm's go back down.

    My 1-2 shift is real quick and firm, no slop.
    If I go out of tow haul mode the 2-3 shift is real quick, could be a little firmer.

    I'm just not seeing what I dinked.

    Thanks for any feedback.

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    Senior Tuner Russ K's Avatar
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    Your tow/haul 2-3 & 3-4 shift pressures are lower than the normal shift pressures.

    Post your stock tune.

    Russ Kemp

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    Thanks Russ, I always appreciate the help.

    Sorry for the delay, we are in the middle of yet another Disney trip. She towed nice except for the 2-3 shift.

    I took a quick look at my factory file and the pressures are the same, however I think I may have found my goof. I have the TC release speed in 3rd lower than where I come out of second gear.

    I'm going to put the factory release speeds back in the table.

    I still welcome your input. Going to be a few days before the vacation ends before I can test.

    One more final question, if I may. I live in very flat area of Florida. What do you think about adding TC lockup in normal mode for second gear?

    I hope all has been well.

    Hank
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    Senior Tuner Russ K's Avatar
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    Make the changes to the shift pressures & TCC lock up speeds as shown.

    Did you install taller than stock tires? Is your speedo accurate?

    Russ Kemp

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    Hi Russ,

    Sorry I missed this reply. My tires are "factory size" but based on the manufacturer specs they are 1" larger than the prior brand. I put some stock sized BFG AT's and a 2" lift kit on the van.

    I made the adjustment in the speedo settings for tires size and it is very accurate to my GPS.

    I'll make the changes you recommend and post back.

    Thanks again.
    hg

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    Hello Russ, Thanks again for the help with this. I have keyed it all in and am loading it in the am.

    Since you are the expert here, I have a question regarding the TCC settings for performance.

    I notice you pulled all the TC lockup out of second gear. Why did you choose to do that?

    Note: the factory program also had TC lockup in second gear but had that same sloppy 2-3 shift feel that started this thread.

    Thanks for the input.

    Ok, a second question, when I'm not towing and throw the towing switch the van really comes off the line and the TC lockup in 2, 3 and 4 really pulls good. Any logic why not to put TC lockup in 2nd for normal driving?