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Symptom Chart

SYMPTOM CHART

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • The shift interlock system does not release/lock correctly
  • Circuitry.
  • CJB Fuse 17 (15A) or Fuse 35 (15A).
  • Shift lock actuator.
  • Brake pedal position (BPP) switch.
  • The shift control is out of correct gear relationship
  • Transmission shift cable and bracket.
  • Retainer bracket.
  • Shift control linkage out of adjustment.
  • Transmission range indicator does not correspond to the gear
  • Transmission shift cable bracket.
  • Transmission shift cable loose from the transmission retainer bracket.
  • Shift linkage.
  • TIGHTEN the bolts holding transmission shift cable bracket.
  • TIGHTEN the bolts.
  • VERIFY digital transmission range (DTR) sensor range for correct adjustment. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION .
  • The Transmission Control Switch (TCS) Is Inoperative
  • CJB Fuse 28 (15A).
  • TCS.
  • TCS not cycled during self-test.
  • Powertrain control module (PCM).
  • Circuitry.
  • The Transmission Control Indicator Lamp (TCIL) Is Not Operating Correctly
  • Bulb.
  • Instrument cluster.
  • Powertrain control module.
  • Excessive Shift Effort
  • Transmission shift cable.
  • Cable bracket.
  • INSTALL a new transmission shift cable.
  • ADJUST the cable. TIGHTEN the screws.
  • Transmission Range Selector Lever Will Not Shift
  • Transmission shift cable.
  • Broken transmission shift cable.
  • INSTALL a new transmission shift cable.
  • INSTALL a new transmission shift cable.