Transaxle Drive Cycle Test: Notes

NOTE: Prior to carrying out the Transaxle Drive Cycle Test, make sure that the transaxle is full of transmission fluid or damage to the transaxle may occur.

NOTE: Always drive the vehicle in a safe manner according to driving conditions and obey all traffic laws.

Use the Transaxle Drive Cycle Test for checking continuous codes.

NOTE: The Transaxle Drive Cycle Test must be followed exactly. Malfunctions must occur multiple times consecutively for shift error or Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) codes to set.

NOTE: When carrying out the Transaxle Drive Cycle Test, see the Solenoid Operation Chart for correct solenoid operation. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .

Record and then erase all DTCs.
Warm engine to normal operating temperature.
Make sure transmission fluid level is correct.
With the selector lever in DRIVE, moderately accelerate from stop to 80 km/h (50 mph). This allows the transaxle to shift into 6th gear. Hold speed and throttle steady for minimum of 15 seconds. Brake to a stop and remain stopped for minimum of 20 seconds.
Repeat Step 4 at least 5 times.
Retrieve and record any DTCs.

If DTCs are present, refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) CHARTS . Service all non-transaxle DTCs first as they can directly affect the operation of the transaxle. Repeat the Road Test to verify the correction. Erase DTCs, carry out the TRANSAXLE DRIVE CYCLE TEST , and road test after completing service on the DTCs.
If the continuous test passes (system pass) and a concern is still present, refer to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM and check TSBs for diagnostic concern.