Powertrain
generic / SAE
P287C
Transmission Adaptive Values Not Learned
The TCM has not learned the adaptive shift values needed for refined gear changes. The transmission operates with default values until adaptation completes.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number8 / 7C
Possible causes
- Adaptation lost after battery disconnect or TCM reset high
- Following major transmission repair medium
Symptoms
- Check engine or transmission warning light on
- Harsh, delayed, or missing shifts
- Possible limp mode (locked in one gear)
- Slipping or shuddering during gear changes
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: easy
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 20–200 €
- Estimated time: 0.5–2 h
- Component: tcm
- MIL / check engine light
- drive cycle required
Sources
References
sae:J2012