Possible Causes

2013 Dodge and Ram Journey Crew, AWDSECTION Possible Causes
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Possible Causes
SHIFT LEVER CABLE OUT OF ADJUSTMENT
METAL DEBRIS ON TRS CODE PLATE
TRS SIGNAL CIRCUIT OPEN
TRS SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND
TRS SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE
TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR (TRS)
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)

Always perform the 40/41TE Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding. Refer to  40/41TE PRE-DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE   . 

TRS SWITCH STATES

SLP T41 (C1) T42 (C2) T3 (C3) T1 (C4)
CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED OPEN
OPEN CLOSED OPEN OPEN
CLOSED CLOSED OPEN CLOSED
OD  OPEN OPEN OPEN CLOSED
OPEN OPEN CLOSED OPEN
OPEN CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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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.