Circuit/System Verification
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Perform the Transmission Fluid Check .
- Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
- Record the DTC Freeze Frame and Failure Records.
- Clear the DTC.
- Perform the Transmission Fluid Check
to verify correct fluid level and condition. The transmission fluid level should be within the crosshatch band and the transmission fluid should be red or dark brown.
- If the transmission fluid is low or discolored, refer to Transmission Fluid Replacement .
- Engine idling at operating temperature. Attempt to clean or free up a potential sticking valve with the scan tool Service Cleaning Procedure. Refer to Control Solenoid Valve and Transmission Control Module Assembly Cleaning for further instructions.
- Operate the vehicle in drive with the calc. throttle position greater than 15 percent to obtain 72 km/h (45 mph) and achieve 4th gear. Stop the vehicle and turn Off the ignition for 30 seconds. Perform this maneuver 2 times.
- If the DTC resets, go to Circuit/System Testing.
NOTE:
Before clearing the DTC, use the scan tool in order to record the Freeze Frame and Failure Records.