Standard Procedure Standard Procedure - Pinion Factor Setting; Standard Procedure - Quick Learn Procedure; Removal - Chrysler Dodge Caravan 2002 Manual

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STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - PINION FACTOR
SETTING
NOTE: This procedure must be performed if the
Transmission Control Module (TCM) has been
replaced with a NEW or replacement unit. Failure to
perform this procedure will result in an inoperative
or improperly calibrated speedometer.
The vehicle speed readings for the speedometer are
taken from the output speed sensor. The TCM must
be calibrated to the different combinations of equip-
ment (final drive and tires) available. Pinion Factor
allows the technician to set the Transmission Control
Module initial setting so that the speedometer read-
ings will be correct. To properly read and/or reset the
Pinion Factor, it is necessary to use a DRBIII scan
tool.
(1) Plug the DRBIII scan tool into the diagnostic
connector located under the instrument panel.
(2) Select the Transmission menu.
(3) Select the Miscellaneous menu.
(4) Select Pinion Factor. Then follow the instruc-
tions on the DRBIII scan tool screen.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - QUICK LEARN
PROCEDURE
The quick learn procedure requires the use of the
DRBIII scan tool. This program allows the elec-
tronic transaxle system to recalibrate itself. This will
provide the best possible transaxle operation.
NOTE: The quick learn procedure should be per-
formed if any of the following procedures are per-
formed:
• Transaxle Assembly Replacement
• Transmission Control Module Replacement
• Solenoid/Pressure Switch Assembly Replacement
• Clutch Plate and/or Seal Replacement
• Valve Body Replacement or Recondition
To perform the Quick Learn Procedure, the follow-
ing conditions must be met:
• The brakes must be applied
• The engine speed must be above 500 rpm
• The throttle angle (TPS) must be less than 3
degrees
• The
shift lever
prompted to shift to overdrive
• The shift lever position must stay in overdrive
after the Shift to Overdrive prompt until the
DRBIII indicates the procedure is complete
• The calculated oil temperature must be above
60° and below 200°
position must stay
ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES
(1) Plug the DRBIII scan tool into the diagnostic
connector. The connector is located under the instru-
ment panel.
(2) Go to the Transmission screen.
(3) Go to the Miscellaneous screen.
(4) Select Quick Learn Procedure. Follow the
instructions of the DRBIII
Learn Procedure.

REMOVAL

NOTE: If transmission control module is being
replaced with a new or replacement unit, the Pinion
Factor and Quick Learn procedures must be per-
formed. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC
CONTROL MODULES/TRANSMISSION
MODULE - STANDARD PROCEDURE) (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES/
TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE - STANDARD
PROCEDURE)
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable.
(2) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(3) Remove left front tire/wheel assembly.
(4) Pull back splash shield to gain access to TCM
location.
(5) Disconnect TCM 60-way connector (Fig. 16).
Fig. 16 Transmission Control Module 60-way
1 - TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM)
2 - 60-WAY CONNECTOR
until
to perform the Quick
CONTROL
Connector
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