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Neutral Position Learning

SPECIAL TOOLS

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Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) software with appropriate hardware, or equivalent scan tool
NOTE: When installing a new Transmission Control Module (TCM), the initialized learned values will need to be carried out.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Install the scan tool.
  3. Turn the ignition ON.
  4. The scan tool should indicate NEUTRAL.
  5. If NEUTRAL is indicated on the scan tool, move the selector lever to PARK and turn the ignition OFF.
  6. Turn the ignition ON and move the selector lever from PARK to DRIVE.
    • The scan tool should indicate each PRNDL position.
  7. If the diagnostic display indicates each PRNDL position, check for any DTCs.
  8. If the diagnostic display does not indicate each PRNDL position, carry out TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) INITIAL LEARNING  .