My BJ8 (Bentley) shop manual has an excellent diagnostic for analyzing
overdrive problems. I don't have the BN2 manual
with me, but it should have a similar diagnostic test sequence.
Using the info in the BJ8 manual I was able to diagnose a problem with the O/D
relay while on the road and effect a
repair (open the relay and file the points).
Bob
On 9/4/2011 8:35 AM, George Haywood wrote:
> Josi,
> > From this statement it seems that you may have 2 problems (or more).
> 1. The throttle control relay is adjusted wrong-that has been addressed.
>
> 2. It sounds like since the overdrive does not work when the engine is
> running I think you are saying that you hear all the proper engagement noises
> but the OD doesn't mechanically/hydraulically engage. This could be caused by
> many issues; the solenoid adjustment may be wrong not letting the operating
> valve which is attached to the lever open enough, also the OD pump may not be
> working properly due to the cam not engaging the pump roler (have you had the
> OD and tranny separated just prior to this problem?) The OD mechanism has to
> reach a certain pressure to cause it to engage and remain engaged and the
> pressure needs to be checked to diagnose these issues if all the electrical
> and mechanical (solenoid) functions are correct. I know this is a pain but it
> has to be done so you'll have the enjoyment the OD. They offer very little
> trouble once you get them correct--it's worth the hassle right now to get it
> right.
>
> Take care,
>
> George Haywood
> '65 bj8
>
>
>> Subject: [Healeys] BN2 overdrive driving me nuts
>> 4 but with the engine running and the damm overdrive will not work.
> >
>> 6. the
>> solenoid is new, the throtle switch is new, the relay is new.
>> Josi Vicente Vargas
>> Musmi
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