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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM20241500 TRXREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 316 ((ELECTRONIC SHIFT MODULE (ESM) - ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSTICS - 1500))STANDARD PROCEDUREELECTRONIC SHIFT MODULE (ESM) VERIFICATION TESTESM VERIFICATION TEST
2024 Dodge and Ram 1500 TRX
ESM Verification Test
2024 Dodge and Ram 1500 TRXSECTION ESM Verification Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 RAM 1500. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
PERFORM THE ESM VERIFICATION TEST
- Reinstall any removed components.
- Reconnect any disconnected electrical connectors.
- With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
- With the scan tool, display the Transmission Temperature.
- Start the engine and allow the Transmission fluid temperature to reach 43°C (110°F).
- With the brakes applied, slowly change the Shifter position to each of the available positions.
- The Shift indicators should indicate the correct position for each of the available positions.
- With the scan tool, read ESM DTCs and record on the repair order.
Did any ESM DTCs set?
Yes
- Repair ESM DTCs. Refer to DTC INDEX (1 OF 3) and/or DTC INDEX (2 OF 3) and/or DTC INDEX (3 OF 3) .
No
- Test complete.
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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.