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Automatic Transmission DTCS

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST

DTC Component Description Condition Symptom Action
P1116 ECT ECT out of self-test range. ECT temperature higher or lower than expected during KOEO and KOER. Rerun self-test at normal operating temperature. Refer to SELF-DIAGNOSTICS DTCS .
P0117 ECT ECT indicates 125°C (254°F). ECT temperature higher or lower than expected during KOEO and KOER. Torque converter clutch will always be off, resulting in poor fuel economy. Refer to SELF-DIAGNOSTICS DTCS .
P0118 ECT ECT indicates -40°C (-40°F). ETC temperature higher or lower than expected during KOEO and KOER. Torque converter clutch will always be off, resulting in poor fuel economy. Refer to SELF-DIAGNOSTICS DTCS .
P1124 TP TP voltage high/low for self-test. TP was not in the correct position for self-test. Rerun at appropriate TP position per application. Refer to SELF-DIAGNOSTICS DTCS .
P0122, P0123, P1120, P1121, P1125 TP TP fault codes. Processor assembly has detected an error. This error may cause a transaxle concern.
Refer to SELF-DIAGNOSTICS DTCS .
Harsh engagements, firm shift feel, abnormal shift schedule, torque converter clutch does not engage. Torque converter clutch cycling. Refer to SELF-DIAGNOSTICS DTCS .
P0102, P0103, P1100, P1101 MAF MAF fault codes. MAF system has a fault which may cause a transaxle concern.
Refer to SELF-DIAGNOSTICS DTCS .
Incorrect shift schedule, high/low EPC pressure. Incorrect converter engagement scheduling, symptoms similar to a TPS failure. Refer to SELF-DIAGNOSTICS DTCS .
P0300- P0308, P0320, P0340, P1351, P1364 EI System EI system fault codes. Ignition system has a fault which may cause a transaxle concern.
Refer to SELF-DIAGNOSTICS DTCS .
Engine fault, no torque converter engagement, late WOT shifts. Refer to SELF-DIAGNOSTICS DTCS .
P1705 TR TR not in PARK. Self-test not run in PARK. Rerun self-test in PARK. Go to PINPOINT TEST D .
P1703 BPP Brake not actuated during self-test. Brake not cycled during KOER. Failed on or not connected - converter clutch will not engage at less than 1/3 throttle. Refer to SELF-DIAGNOSTICS DTCS .
P1703 BPP BPP switch circuit failed. Brake pedal position switch circuit failure. Failed off - converter clutch will not disengage when brake is applied. Refer to SELF-DIAGNOSTICS DTCS .
P1460 A/C A/C switch error. A/C or defrost on condition may result from A/C clutch being on during quick test. Failed on - EPC pressure slightly low with A/C off. Failed off - EPC pressure slightly low with A/C on. Refer to SELF-DIAGNOSTICS DTCS .
P1747
(Output circuit check, generated only by electrical symptoms)
P1760
EPC EPC solenoid circuit failure, shorted to ground. Voltage through EPC solenoid is checked and compared to a voltage through solenoid after a time delay. An error will be noted if tolerance is exceeded. KOEO and continuous self-test. Short to ground: limit engine torque (partial fuel shut-off, heavy misfire). Minimum line pressure. Go to PINPOINT TEST E .
P1746
(Output circuit check, generated only by electrical symptoms)
EPC Open PCM output driver. Voltage through EPC solenoid is checked and compared to a voltage through solenoid after a time delay. An error will be noted if tolerance is exceeded. KOEO and continuous self-test. Open circuit - causes maximum EPC pressure, harsh engagements and shifts. Go to PINPOINT TEST E .
P0731
(May also be generated by some other non-electric transaxle hardware system)
SSA, SSB, or internal parts First gear failure. No first gear. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition mode and manual lever position: see Solenoid ON/OFF Chart. Shift errors may also be due to other internal transaxle concerns (such as stuck valves, damaged friction material). Go to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0732
(May also be generated by some other non-electric transaxle hardware system)
SSA, SSB, or internal parts Second gear failure. No second gear. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition mode and manual lever position: see solenoid ON/OFF Chart. Shift errors may also be due to other internal transaxle concerns (such as stuck valves, damaged friction material). Go to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0733
(May also be generated by some other non-electric transaxle hardware system)
SSA, SSB, or internal parts Third gear failure. No third gear. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition mode and manual lever position: see solenoid ON/OFF Chart. Shift errors may also be due to other internal transaxle concerns (such as stuck valves, damaged friction material). Go to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0734
(May also be generated by some other non-electric transaxle hardware system)
SSA, SSB, or internal parts Fourth gear failure. No fourth gear. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition mode and manual lever position: see Solenoid ON/OFF Chart. Shift errors may also be due to other internal transaxle concerns (such as stuck valves, damaged friction material). Go to PINPOINT TEST A .
P1780 TCS Transmission control switch not changing states during self-test. Transmission control switch not cycled during self-test. Circuit open or shorted. Rerun self-test and cycle switch. No overdrive cancel when switch is cycled. Refer to SELF-DIAGNOSTICS DTCS .
P0707 TR TR out of range. Shorted circuit or sensor. TR sensor, circuit or powertrain control module shorted to ground. No fourth gear operation, firm shift feel, no manual first gear. No TCC operation. Go to PINPOINT TEST D .
P0708 TR TR out of range. Open circuit or sensor. TR sensor, circuit or powertrain control module indicate open. No fourth gear operation, firm shift feel, no manual first gear. Go to PINPOINT TEST D .
P1789
(Output circuit check, generated only by electrical symptoms)
3-2T/CCS 3-2T/CCS solenoid circuit failure - short. 3-2T/CCS circuit fails to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit shorted during self-test. Failed on - no engine braking (except in OD), delayed 3-2 downshifts. Go to PINPOINT TEST G .
P1788
(Output circuit check, generated only by electrical symptoms)
3-2T/CCS 3-2T/CCS solenoid circuit failure - open. 3-2T/CCS circuit fails to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or processor drive circuit failure during self-test. Failed off - engine braking in second/third gears, firm or flared 3-2 downshifts. Harsh 4-3 downshifts. Go to PINPOINT TEST G .
P1742, P1743
(The TCIL code will set on the first fault occurrence. On the second fault occurrence plus the second power up, the MIL and TCIL will illuminate)
TCC TCC solenoid failed on. TCC solenoid has failed on by electrical, mechanical or hydraulic concern. Harsh shifts, may stall vehicle at low speeds. Go to PINPOINT TEST C .
P0743
(Output circuit check, generated only by electrical symptoms)
P0740
(The TCIL code will set on the first fault occurrence. On the second fault occurrence plus the second power up, the MIL and TCIL will illuminate)
TCC Torque converter clutch solenoid circuit failure during self-test. TCC solenoid circuit fails to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit shorted or processor drive failure during self-test. Failed on - engine stalls in manual second, engine lugging, poor performance at low engine speeds, harsh shifts. Go to PINPOINT TEST C .
P1744, P0741
(The TCIL code will set on the first fault occurrence. On the second fault occurrence plus the second power up, the MIL and TCIL will illuminate)
TCC Excessive slip detected. Excessive slip detected during full TCC engagement. Torque converter disengaged. EPC pressure at minimum. Go to PINPOINT TEST C .
P1751 SSA Shift solenoid A functional failure. Mechanical or hydraulic failure of the solenoid. Incorrect gear selection depending on failure mode and manual lever position (TCIL flashing). Go to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0750
(Output circuit check, generated only by electrical symptoms)
P0753
(The TCIL code will set on the first fault occurrence. On the second fault occurrence plus the second power up, the MIL and TCIL will illuminate)
SSA SSA solenoid circuit failure. Solenoid A circuit failed to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or shorted or processor driver failure during self-test. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition mode and manual lever position: see Solenoid ON/OFF Chart. Go to PINPOINT TEST A .
P1714 SSA SSA fault. Mechanical failure of the solenoid detected. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition, mode and manual lever position: see Solenoid Operation Chart. Go to PINPOINT TEST H .
P0751 SSA Shift solenoid A functional failure. Mechanical or hydraulic failure of the solenoid. Incorrect gear selection depending on failure mode and manual lever position (MIL on). Go to PINPOINT TEST A .
P1715 SSB SSB fault. Mechanical failure of the solenoid detected. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition, mode and manual lever position: see Solenoid Operation Chart. Go to PINPOINT TEST H .
P0755
(Output circuit check, generated only by electrical symptoms)
P0758
(The TCIL code will set on the first fault occurrence. On the second fault occurrence plus the second power up, the MIL and TCIL will illuminate)
SSB SSB solenoid circuit failure. Solenoid B circuit failed to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or shorted or processor driver failure during self-test. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition mode and manual lever position: see Solenoid ON/OFF Chart. Go to PINPOINT TEST A .
P1756 SSB Shift solenoid B functional failure. Mechanical or hydraulic failure of the solenoid. Incorrect gear selection depending on failure mode and manual lever position (TCIL flashing). Go to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0756 SSB Shift solenoid B functional failure. Mechanical or hydraulic failure of the solenoid. Incorrect gear selection depending on failure mode and manual lever position (MIL on). Go to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0721 OSS OSS signal noisy. PCM has detected a noisy OSS sensor signal. Harsh shifts, abnormal shift schedule operation. Go to PINPOINT TEST F .
P0720 OSS Insufficient input from OSS sensor. PCM has detected a loss of OSS signal during operation. Harsh shift, abnormal shift schedule operation. Go to PINPOINT TEST F .
P0722 OSS OSS signal intermittent. PCM has detected an intermittent OSS signal. Harsh shift, abnormal shift schedule operation. Go to PINPOINT TEST F .
P0717 TSS Turbine shaft speed sensor circuit - signal. PCM has detected NO TSS signal. Possible harsh shifts, converter locks, or engagements. Go to PINPOINT TEST F .
P0715 TSS Insufficient input from turbine speed sensor. PCM detected a loss of TSS signal during operation. No torque converter engagements or harsh shifts. No fourth gear operation and engine braking in second and third gear. Go to PINPOINT TEST F .
P0718 TSS Turbine shaft speed sensor circuit intermittent. PCM has detected a noisy TSS signal. Possible harsh shifts, converter locks, or engagements. Go to PINPOINT TEST F .
P1702 TRS Transmission range sensor circuit. Transmission range sensor circuit intermittent. Possible wrong gear(s) commanded. Go to PINPOINT TEST D .
P1713 TFT Transmission fluid temperature sensor in low failure. PCM has detected no TFT change at low TCC range during operation. Increase EPC, incorrect engagement schedule, harsh engagement harsh shifts. Go to PINPOINT TEST B .
P1711 TFT TFT out of ST range. Transaxle not at operating temperature during self-test. Warm vehicle to normal operating temperature. Go to PINPOINT TEST B .
P0713 TFT -40°C (-40°F) indicated TFT sensor circuit open. Voltage drop across TFT sensor exceeds scale set for temperature -40°C (-40°F). Incorrect torque converter clutch operation. Incorrect EPC pressure control. Go to PINPOINT TEST B .
P0712 TFT 150°C (302°F) indicated TFT sensor circuit grounded. Voltage drop across TFT sensor exceeds temperature of 150°C (302°F). Incorrect torque converter clutch operation. Incorrect EPC pressure control. Go to PINPOINT TEST B .
P1718 TFT Transmission fluid temperature sensor in high failure. PCM has detected no TFT change at high TCC range during operation. Increase EPC, incorrect engagement schedule, harsh engagement, harsh shifts. Go to PINPOINT TEST B .
P1636 Inductive signature clip Inductive signature clip communication. - - Refer to SELF-DIAGNOSTICS DTCS .
P1782 P/E switch Performance/ economy switch circuit out of self-test range. P/E switch not cycled during self-test or shorted/opened. Inability to change switch states Refer to SELF-DIAGNOSTICS DTCS .