Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2016 Chevrolet SS Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Circuit/System Verification
- Ignition ON / Vehicle in Service Mode.
- Verify the scan tool Brake Pedal Applied parameter changes from Inactive to Active when the brake pedal is applied.
- If the parameter does not change
Refer to Stop Lamps Malfunction
- If the parameter changes
- If the parameter does not change
- Verify the S3 Transmission Shift Lever moves out of the PARK position when the brake pedal is applied.
- If the S3 Transmission Shift Lever does not move out of the PARK position
Refer to Circuit/System Testing.
- If the S3 Transmission Shift Lever does move out of the PARK position
All OK.
- If the S3 Transmission Shift Lever does not move out of the PARK position
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.