Theory Of Operation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 RAM 3500 HD and 2019 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The purpose of the diagnostic is to detect a failure in the activation of the pressure regulators during gear disengagement or while NEUTRAL or PARK position is engaged. This is a rationality check between the activated pressure regulators and the shifter selected gear.