Begin the system diagnosis with Diagnostic System Check Vehicle in Engine Controls - 6.0L. The Powertrain OBD System Check provides the following information:
| • | The identification of the control modules which commands the system. |
| • | The ability of the control modules to communicate through the serial data circuit. |
| • | The identification and status of stored diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). |
The use of Diagnostic System Check Vehicle in Engine Controls - 6.0L identifies the correct procedure for diagnosing the system and where the procedure is located.
Symptoms
When it has been determined through Diagnostic System Check Vehicle in Engine Controls - 6.0L that no DTCs are present, begin symptom diagnosis by reviewing the Transmission Component and System Description . Reviewing Transmission Component and System Description information enables you to understand the operation of the system. This helps you determine if the condition described by the customer is normal or if a malfunction exists. If it is determined that a malfunction exists, identify the concern by referring to Symptoms - Automatic Transmission . Symptoms - Automatic Transmission provides common diagnostic categories which relate directly to diagnostic information or procedures.
