Road Test: Notes

• Perform the road test using a scan tool.
• This test should be performed when traffic and road conditions permit.
• Observe all traffic regulations.

The TCM calculates upshift points based primarily on two inputs: throttle angle and vehicle speed. When the TCM wants a shift to occur, an electrical signal is sent to the shift solenoids which in turn moves the valves to perform the upshift.

The shift speed charts reference throttle angle instead of "min throttle" or "wide open throttle" to make shift speed measurement more uniform and accurate. A scan tool should be used to monitor throttle angle. Some scan tools have been programmed to record shift point information. Check the introduction manual to see if this test is available.