TCM NEUTRAL POSITION LEARNING [AY6A-EL]

1. Engage the parking brake and use wheel chocks at the front and rear of the wheels.

2. Connect the M-MDS (IDS) to the DLC-2.

3. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initialization screen of the IDS.
a. Select "Powertrain".

b. Select "Transmission".

4. Then, select the "Neutral Position Learning".

5. Perform the N position learning according to the directions on the screen.

- When "Operation Successful" is displayed, select the selector lever to the P position and switch the ignition to off, then to ON after 5 s.
- If "Reinstall TCM properly and then try again" is displayed, perform the following inspection:

- Verify that the transaxle manual shaft is in the N position.

- If the manual shaft is in a position other than N, shift it to the N position.

- Verify that the selector cable is adjusted properly.

- If the selector cable is not adjusted properly, adjust it. Automatic Transaxle Shift Mechanism Removal/Installation

- Inspect the manual shaft lever for deformation.

- If there is any malfunction, replace the manual shaft lever.

6. Shift the selector lever from P position to D position, then verify that the positions of the selector lever and the indicator are aligned.

- If there is any malfunction, inspect the DTC. Automatic Transmission/Transaxle - DTC Table

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.

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