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2. Move the selector lever to the P (Park) position.
3. Turn off the engine.
4. Wait approximately 10 seconds.
5. Restart the engine.
6. Move the selector lever to the desired range. If the
problem is no longer detected, the transmission will
return to normal operation.
NOTE:Even if the transmission can be reset, we
recommend that you visit a dealer at your earliest
possible convenience. Your dealer has diagnostic equip-
ment to determine if the problem could recur.
Have the transmission checked at your authorized dealer
as soon as possible.
If the problem has been momentary, the transmission can
be reset to regain all forward gears.
Permanent Transmission Limp Home Mode
Permanent Limp Home Mode will be activated if the
transmission enters temporary Limp Home Mode three
times. Follow the reset procedure described under “Tem-
porary Transmission Limp Home Mode” in this section.
In Permanent Limp Home Mode, P (Park), R (Reverse),
and N (Neutral) will continue to operate. Second gear
will operate in the D (Drive) shifter position. The mal-
function indicator light may illuminate.
AUTOSTICK— IF EQUIPPED
Autostick— 3.5L Engine
Autostickis a driver-interactive transmission that offers
manual gear shifting to provide you with more control of
the vehicle. Autostickallows you to maximize engine
braking, eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts,
and improve overall vehicle performance. This system
can also provide you with more control during passing,
city driving, cold slippery conditions, mountain driving,
trailer towing, and many other situations.
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AutostickOperation
By placing the selector lever in the D (Drive) position, it
can be moved from side to side. This allows the driver to
select a higher or lower range of gears. Moving the
selector lever to the Left (-) triggers a downshift and to
the Right (+) an upshift. The gear position will display in
the instrument cluster on the transmission range indica-
tor.
You can shift in or out of the Autostickmode at any time
without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal. If you
choose the Overdrive mode, the transmission will oper-
ate automatically, shifting between the five available
gears. When you wish to engage Autostick,simply
move the selector lever to the Right or Left (D+/D-) while
in the D (Drive) position. The transmission will remain in
the current gear until an upshift or downshift is chosen.
Autostick— 5.7L Engine
Autostickis a driver-interactive transmission that offers
manual gear shifting to provide you with more control of
the vehicle. Autostickallows you to maximize engine
braking, eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts,
and improve overall vehicle performance. This systemcan also provide you with more control during passing,
city driving, cold slippery conditions, mountain driving,
trailer towing, and many other situations.
AutostickOperation
By placing the selector lever in the D (Drive) position, it
can be moved from side to side. This allows the driver to
select a specific gear. Moving the selector lever to the Left
(-) triggers a downshift and to the Right (+) an upshift.
The gear position will display in the instrument cluster
on the transmission range indicator.
NOTE:In Autostickmode, the transmission will only
shift up or down when the driver moves the selector
lever to the Right (D+) or Left (D-).
You can shift in or out of the Autostickmode at any time
without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal. When
you wish to engage Autostick, simply move the selector
lever to the Left or Right (D-/D+) while in the D (Drive)
position. To disengage Autostick, hold the selector lever
to the right for at least one second. The transmission will
now operate automatically, shifting between the five
available gears.
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Fluid Level Check..................... 316
Fluid Type.......................... 339
Gear Ranges......................... 201
Shifting..........................200,205
Special Additives..................... 317
Torque Converter..................... 204
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode . . . 204
Autostick..........................207,209
Ball Joints............................ 306
Battery............................... 303
Emergency Starting.................... 282
Jump Starting........................ 282
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)..... 21
Location.........................282,303
Bearings.............................. 318
Belts, Drive........................... 300
Belts, Seat............................. 34
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 306
B-Pillar Location....................... 228
Brake Assist System..................... 220
Brake, Parking......................... 213
Brake System.......................214,313Anti-Lock (ABS)...................... 214
Fluid Check......................315,339
Hoses.............................. 314
Master Cylinder...................... 315
Parking............................ 213
Warning Light....................133,214
Brakes............................... 214
Brake/Transmission Interlock.............. 200
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 59
Bulb Replacement...................... 331
Bulbs, Light........................... 330
Calibration, Compass.................... 142
Capacities, Fluid....................... 337
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 254
Oil (Engine)......................... 298
Radiator (Coolant Pressure).............. 310
Car Washes........................... 319
Carbon Monoxide Warning.............60,253
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance....... 178
Catalytic Converter..................... 301
CD (Compact Disc) Player.............150,157
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