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Transmission Verification Test







TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST

Reconnect any disconnected components.
Connect the scan tool to the Data Link Connector.
With the scan tool, erase ABS DTCs.
With the scan tool, erase PCM DTCs.
With the scan tool, erase TCM DTCs.
With the scan tool, display the Transmission temperature. Start and run the engine until the Transmission temperature is above 43°C (110°F).
Check the Transmission fluid and adjust if necessary.
After any repair that involves replacement of the transmission, TCM, Transmission Solenoid Assembly or internal transmission parts, perform the TCM Quick Learn procedure. Testing and Inspection.

NOTE: If internal repairs were performed and the shift quality is still poor, it may be necessary to check the internal repair.

ROAD TEST PROCEDURE
Road test the vehicle. Make fifteen to twenty 1-2, 2-3, 3-4, and 4-5 upshifts.
Perform these shifts from a standing start to 72 km/h (45 MPH) with a constant throttle opening of 20 to 25 degrees.
With speeds below 40 km/h (25 MPH), make five to eight wide open throttle kickdowns to 1st gear. Allow at least 5 seconds each in 2nd and 3rd gear between each kickdown.
With the scan tool, read Transmission DTCs.
Were any Diagnostic Trouble Codes set?

Yes

Repair is not complete, refer to appropriate procedure.

No

Repair is complete.