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Neutral Position Learning

Special Tools

Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
GF0000049
Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) software with appropriate hardware or equivalent scan tool  
NOTE: When installing a new transmission control module, the initialized learned values will need to be carried out.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
  2. Install the scan tool.
  3. Turn the ignition ON.
  4. The scan tool should indicate NEUTRAL.
    • If the scan tool does not indicate NEUTRAL, carry out transmission control module (TCM) adjustment. For additional information, refer to Transmission Control Module (TCM) .
  5. If NEUTRAL is indicated on the scan tool, move the shift lever to PARK and turn the ignition OFF.
  6. Turn the ignition ON and move the shift lever from PARK to DRIVE.
    • The scan tool should indicate each PRNDL position.
  7. If the diagnostic display indicates each PRNDL position, check for any DTC codes.
  8. If the diagnostic display does not indicate each PRNDL position, carry out Transmission Control Module (TCM) Initial Learning .