Specifications

range of torque converter clutch engagement. This is

done to prevent transmission damage due to overheat-

ing.

If the transmission becomes extremely hot, the “Trans-

mission Temperature Warning Light” may illuminate and

the transmission may downshift out of Overdrive until

the transmission cools down.

During cold temperatures, transmission operation may

be modified depending on engine and transmission

temperature as well as vehicle speed. This feature im-

proves warm up time of the engine and transmission to

achieve maximum efficiency. Engagement of the torque

converter clutch is inhibited until the transmission fluid

is warm (refer to the “Note” under “Torque Converter

Clutch” in this section). During extremely cold tempera-

tures (-20°F [-29°C] or below), operation may briefly be

limited to second gear only. Normal operation will re-

sume once the transmission temperature has risen to a

suitable level.

Transmission Limp Home Mode

Transmission function is monitored electronically for

abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could

result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home

Mode is activated. In this mode, the transmission remains

in second gear regardless of which forward gear is

selected. PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue

to operate. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be

driven to an authorized dealer for service without dam-

aging the transmission.

In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission

can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the

following steps:

1. Stop the vehicle.

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