AOD-E & AXOD-E Transaxle Shift Relearn Procedure
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With transaxle gear selector in Overdrive, moderately accelerate vehicle to 50 MPH for a minimum of 15 seconds. Transaxle should be in 4th gear. While holding speed steady, lightly apply and release brake for about 5 seconds. Stop and park vehicle for at least 20 seconds with gear selector in Drive. Repeat procedure 5 times.