Powertrain
General Procedures - Adaptive Learning Drive Cycle
In this manual: Powertrain
10steps
~60min
3/5difficulty
Done 0 of 10
Programming
- Using the diagnostic scan tool, clear the DTCs (diagnostic trouble codes) and the transmission adaptive tables.
- Drive the vehicle until the engine and transmission reach normal operating temperature.
- Accelerate from a stop with light throttle (15%), making sure that the 1-2 through 8-9 upshifts occur at engine speeds between 1300-1600 rpm.
- Continue accelerating (you may apply slightly more throttle after the 7-8 upshift at 32-38 mph (51-61 km/h)) until you reach 55 mph (88 km/h) and the 8-9 and 9-10 shifts are completed.
- Brake very smoothly to a complete stop and hold the brake pedal for five (5) seconds.
- Shift the transmission into Neutral. Wait 1 second.
- Shift the transmission into Reverse. Wait 2 seconds.
- Shift the transmission into Neutral. Wait 1 second.
- Shift the transmission into Drive. Wait 2 seconds.
- Repeat steps 3 through 9 six more times.
Test yourself
A quick Ford Explorer quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.
Was this page helpful?