Does a Turbo 400 have a kick down cable?

Does a Turbo 400 have a kick down cable?

Instead of a linkage or cable, the TH400 uses an electrical switch that is most often mounted on the carburetor. The 12-volt connection is a single spade connector just above the oil pan rail on the driver’s side about halfway back–at least that’s where it is on my TH400.

What does transmission kick down do?

Kickdown can be used when maximum acceleration is needed, e.g. when passing. When the accelerator pedal is depressed all the way to the floor (past the normal full accelerator position), the transmission will automatically engage kickdown, i.e. immediately shift down to a lower gear.

How do you check a kick down switch?

The kick down switch at the gas pedal can be tested with a multimeter(set on ohms). The solenoid in the pan can be tested by applying 12 volts to the vertical connection at the transmission and listening for a click emanating from the pan. You need to ground the transmission when you do that.

What is kickdown relay?

The only function of the kickdown relay is to ensure that the transmission shifts instantly and reliably at redline. The relay receives an RPM signal from the ECU at redline. The relay activates, opening the normally-closed contacts.

When would you use kick-down in an automatic transmission?

Kick-downOnly possible with automatic gearbox. is used when maximum acceleration is needed, such as for overtaking. When the accelerator pedal is pressed all the way to the floor (beyond the position normally regarded as full acceleration) a lower gear is immediately engaged.

Do all automatics have kickdown?

Almost all automatic cars have the kickdown feature. Earlier automatics, or basic modern automatics simply have a switch that’s activated by the driver pressing the accelerator pedal to the floor. When the switch is activated, kickdown occurs, resulting in the downshift of one gear.

What RPM does a TH400 shift at?

The trans. will shift from 1st-2nd under WOT between 4200 rpm and 4500 rpm’s.