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.
Diagnostic Test
- CHECK FOR CAN BUS DTCS
- With the scan tool, check for CAN BUS DTCs.
Are there any CAN BUS DTCs present?
Yes
- Refer to the appropriate Diagnostic Code Index and perform the appropriate diagnostic procedure.
- Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to Standard Procedure .
No
- Go To 2.
- With the scan tool, check for CAN BUS DTCs.
- CHECK IF CONTROLLER WAS REPLACED
Has the Transmission Control Module been recently replaced?
Yes
- Go To 3.
No
- Go To 5.
- CHECK IF CONTROLLER WAS PROGRAMED
Was the Transmission Control Module flashed?
Yes
- Go To 4.
No
- Flash the control module with the proper part number for the vehicle.
- Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to Standard Procedure .
- CHECK FOR OTHER DTCS
- With the scan tool, check Transmission DTCs.
Are the DTCs P0602 and U140F Active and P161B and P1729 Stored?
Yes
- Check the Controller part number coincides with the vehicle setup such as engine size or with or without All wheel Drive (AWD). This is an indication of an improper vehicle configuration. Verify all configurations to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and reprogram as necessary.
- Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to Standard Procedure .
No
- Go To 5.
- With the scan tool, check Transmission DTCs.
- CHECK THE FCM FOR PROPER PROGRAMING OF TIRE SIZE
- With the scan tool, check the TIPM/FCM for proper tire size programing.
Is the tire size properly programed in the TIPM/FCM?
Yes
- Using the schematics as a guide, check the Transmission Control Module (TCM) terminals for corrosion, damage, or terminal push out. Pay particular attention to all power and ground circuits. Check for any Service Bulletins for possible causes that may apply. If no problems are found, replace the TCM in accordance with the Service Information.
- Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to Standard Procedure .
No
- Program the TIPM/FCM with the proper tire size.
- Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to Standard Procedure .
- With the scan tool, check the TIPM/FCM for proper tire size programing.
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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.