Theory Of Operation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 RAM 1500. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The purpose of this DTC is to detect a condition where the solenoid controlled Position Valve is stuck in the wrong position. The purpose of the Position Valve is to control the oil supply to the clutches and the parking lock. If the Position Valve is in the wrong position at engine start up, the Parking Lock will be disengaged. This Diagnostic runs once at engine startup.