Checking the function of the gear-shift position sensor

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition ON

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• Ignition on
• Read Geartronic status by clicking on the symbol for VCT2000.
• Depress the brake pedal. Move the gear selector lever to "MAN  " (manual) and check that the status changes.
• Move the gear selector lever to +. Check that gear selection is updated in the display in the diagnostic tool as well as the display in the combined instrument panel.
• Move the gear selector lever to -. Check that the gear selection is updated.

  If the gear selector lever position is not updated, replace the gear selector module (GSM).

  Other information 

  • See Printed circuit board gear selector assembly/top panel, replacing
  Fig 2: Identifying VCT2000 Diagnostic Tool

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  Fig 3: Identifying Geartronic Operation

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Is the function OK? 

• YES 

  OKAY:  Troubleshooting has been completed.

• NO 

  Refer to Verification