Chrysler PT Cruiser 2001 Service Manual Supplement page 2782

TRANSMISSION
P0705-CHECK SHIFTER SIGNAL —
TEST
1 Check fluid level and condition and adjust as necessary
Visually inspect connectors and wiring harness. Repair as necessary.
Check for leaks or other visible damage. Repair as necessary.
Perform the shift lever position test and adjust the linkage as necessary.
Connect a battery charger to the vehicle. Ensure the battery is fully charged.
With the DRBIII , read the PCM DTC's. Check and repair all PCM DTC's before
performing transmission diagnostics.
With the DRBIII , read the TCM DTC's.
Note: Check 1 trip failures and diagnose them as DTC's (Hard codes)
If you have a Gear Ratio DTC, check and record all CVI's.
Most DTC's set on start up but some must be set by driving the vehicle.
Note: Verify flash level of transmission controller. Some problems are
corrected by software upgrades to the transmission controller.
NOTE: Check for applicable TSB's related to the problem.
Perform this procedure prior to symptom diagnosis.
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2 Using the DRB, perform the Shift Lever Position Test.
Select the test outcome from the following:
Test passes
Test fails with error code
Test fails without error code
3 The conditions necessary to set the DTC are not present at this time. Using the
schematics as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors specific to this circuit.
Wiggle the wires while checking for shorts and open circuits.
Were any problems found?
Yes → Repair defective wiring and/or connector as necessary.
→ Test Complete.
No
4 Turn ignition off to the lock position.
CAUTION: Remove the Starter Relay from the PDC. This will prevent the
vehicle from being started in gear.
Install Transmission simulator (Miller tool #8333) and the FWD Adapter Cable
kit.(Miller tool #8333-1).
Ignition on, engine not running.
Perform the DRB Shift Lever Position Test with the simulator installed.
When the DRBIII
you must do so using the simulator tool. The LED for the gear position in question
must be illuminated prior to hitting enter on the DRBIII .
NOTE: Disconnect the Transmission Simulator and reconnect the vehicle
harness.
Did the test pass?
Yes → Go To 5
→ Go To 6
No
ACTION
Go To 2
Go To 3
Go To 4
Go To 23
Perform 41TE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
instructs you to put the Gear Selector in a particular position,
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