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Test TC-50E: Trans 3-4 Solenoid/ Trans Relay Circuits

NOTE: This test applies to AB body only. Perform TEST TC-50A: TRANS 3-4 SOLENOID/ TRANS RELAY CIRCUITS  before proceeding. For connector terminal identification, see CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION . For component location and for appropriate wiring diagram, see WIRING DIAGRAMS article.
  1. Using scan tool, read and record FREEZE FRAME data. Erase DTCs. Attempt to duplicate conditions in FREEZE FRAME data. Using scan tool, read DTCs. If DTC 3-4 SHIFT SOLENOID CIRCUIT resets, perform TEST TC-50A: TRANS 3-4 SOLENOID/ TRANS RELAY CIRCUITS . If DTC does not reset, go to next step.
  2. Condition required to set DTC is not present at this time. 3-4 SHIFT SOLENOID CIRCUIT DTC sets if voltage detected on 3-4 shift solenoid circuit at PCM is different than expected voltage. Possible causes are: defective transmission relay, open or shorted wiring to 3-4 shift solenoid, open fused ignition switch output circuit, defective connector terminals, or defective 3-4 shift solenoid. Go to next step.
  3. Inspect all related wiring and connectors. Repair wiring and connectors as necessary and perform TEST VER-5A: ROAD TEST FOR OBD-II TROUBLE CODES . If wiring and connectors are okay, go to next step.
  4. Using scan tool, erase DTCs. Using scan tool, actuate 3-4 shift solenoid and read DTCs while wiggling wiring harness from 3-4 shift solenoid to PCM and note if 3-4 SOLENOID DTC resets. If DTC resets, repair wiring harness as necessary and perform TEST VER-5A: ROAD TEST FOR OBD-II TROUBLE CODES . If DTC does not reset, see INACTIVE DTC CONDITION . Test is complete. Perform TEST VER-2A: ROAD TEST VERIFICATION .
NOTE: A break in test sequence occurs at this point. Sequence skips from TEST TC-50E to TEST TC-55A. No tests have been omitted.