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.
Emergency Operating Program
If correct gear shifting can no longer be guaranteed due to failure of certain signals, the TCM changes to an emergency operating program.
The driver is informed of the operation of the emergency operating program by the illumination of the powertrain warning indicator in the instrument cluster.
Continued motoring is guaranteed in the following limited conditions:
- Maximum main line pressure
- 3rd gear in manual selector lever positions D, 2 and 1 without the torque converter clutch
- REVERSE gear in manual selector lever position R
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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.