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Circuit/System Verification

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  1. Verify that the DTC sets outside of the Conditions for Running and Setting. Since most occurrences of this DTC are caused by Engine Overheating , review with the customer the conditions under which the DTC set.
    • If the DTC set within the Conditions for Running and Setting, the transmission is operating as designed.
  2. Perform the Transmission Fluid Check procedure.
  3. Operate the vehicle within the conditions that the customer experienced and verify the DTC does not reset.
    • If the DTC resets, test for an overheating condition.