Powertrain
General Procedures - Transmission Strategy Download
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Programming
- Perform this procedure when a new transmission or main control valve body is installed in the vehicle.
- 13-digit solenoid body strategy
- 12-digit solenoid body identification
- If a new main control has been installed, record the 13-digit solenoid body strategy from the replacement solenoid body tag supplied with the main control service kit. Place the replacement tag over the existing identification tag.
- If a new transmission has been installed, record the 13-digit solenoid body strategy from the solenoid body information tag on the side of the transmission.
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- Using the scan tool, select Toolbox and load the PCM - Transmission Strategy Download tool.
- Run the PCM - Transmission Strategy Download tool. Follow the instructions displayed on the scan tool. Entry fields are provided for the 12-digit solenoid body identification and the 13-digit strategy recorded from the solenoid body.
- Enter the 13-digit solenoid body strategy. The scan tool checks the entered numbers for accuracy and displays a message if the information is not valid.
- Follow the instructions displayed on the scan tool to program the transmission strategy file into the PCM.
NOTICE: If the drive cycle is not completed, erratic shifts and drivability concerns may occur.
Road test the vehicle in accordance with the Adaptive Learning Drive Cycle.
Refer to Adaptive Learning Drive Cycle (307-01C Automatic Transmission - 10-Speed Automatic Transmission - 10R80 MHT, General Procedures).
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