Monitors, Trips, Drive Cycles and Readiness Codes

Transaxle Drive Cycle Test

NOTE: The transaxle drive cycle test must be followed exactly. Faults have to occur consecutively for codes P0731, P0732, P0733, and P0734 to be set, and five times consecutively for continuous codes P0741 and P1741.

NOTE: When carrying out the Transaxle Drive Cycle Test, refer to the Solenoid Operation Chart for correct solenoid operation. Refer to Pinpoint Tests-Non OSC Equipped Vehicles.

1. Record and then erase Quick Test codes.
2. Warm engine to normal operating temperature.
3. Make sure transmission fluid level is correct.
4. With transaxle in D position, press Transmission Control Switch (TCS) (LED lamp should illuminate) and moderately accelerate from a stop to 64 km/h (40 mph). This allows the transaxle to shift into third gear. Hold the speed and throttle opening steady for a minimum of 15 seconds (30 seconds above an altitude of 4000 feet above sea level).
5. Press TCS (LED lamp should turn off) and accelerate from 64 km/h (40 mph) to 80 km/h (50 mph). This allows the transaxle to shift into fourth gear. Hold the speed and throttle opening steady for a minimum of Is seconds.
6. With the transaxle in fourth gear and maintaining steady speed and throttle opening, lightly apply brake pedal (to operate stoplamps). Then hold the speed and throttle steady for an additional five seconds (minimum).
7. Brake to a stop and remain stopped for a minimum of 20 seconds.
8. Repeat Steps 4 through 6 at least five times.
9. Carry out Quick Test and record continuous codes.