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Inspection and Verification

  1. Verify the customer concern by operating the transmission external control.
  2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical and electrical damage. For additional information, refer to the following chart:
    VISUAL INSPECTION CHART

    Mechanical Electrical
    • Shift lock actuator
    • Transmission control switch (TCS)
    • SST (+/-) switches
    • Shift cable and bracket
    • Park sense switch
    • Central junction box (CJB) Fuse:
      • 204 (5A)
      • 205 (5A)
    • Damaged wiring harness
    • Loose or corroded connections
    • Powertrain control module (PCM)
  3. If the concern is not visually evident, determine the symptom. GO to SYMPTOM CHART.