Pinpoint Test J : The TCM (Transmission Control Module) Does Not Respond To The Diagnostic Scan Tool

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Refer to Module Communications Network for schematic and connector information. Refer to Transmission Controls - 8F35 for schematic and connector information.
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions

The TCM communicates on the HS-CAN1. REFER to: Communications Network - System Operation and Component Description .

Possible Sources
- Fuse
- Wiring, terminals and connectors
- TCM
Visual Inspection and Pre-checks
- Verify BJB fuses 28 (15A) and 55 (5A) are OK.

J1 CHECK THE TCM (TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE) VOLTAGE SUPPLY CIRCUITS FOR AN OPEN

Ignition OFF.

Disconnect: TCM C1750

Ignition ON.

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
C1750-31	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground
C1750-48	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

Are the voltages greater than 11 volts?

Yes

GO to J2

No	VERIFY the BJB fuses 28(15A) and 55 (5A) are OK. If OK, REPAIR the circuit in question. If not OK, REFER to OEM Electrical Wiring Diagram Introduction to identify the possible causes of the circuit short.

J2 CHECK THE TCM (TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE) GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN

Ignition OFF.

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
C1750-50	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

Is the resistance less than 3 ohms?

Yes

GO to J3

No	REPAIR the circuit.

J3 CHECK THE HS-CAN1 (HIGH-SPEED CONTROLLER AREA NETWORK 1) CIRCUITS BETWEEN THE TCM (TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE) AND THE GWM (GATEWAY MODULE A) FOR AN OPEN

Disconnect GWM C2431.

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
C1750-44	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	C2431-20
C1750-43	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	C2431-19

Are the resistances less than 3 ohms?

Yes	CONNECT the GWM, GO to J4

No	REPAIR the circuit in question.

J4 CHECK FOR CORRECT TCM (TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE) OPERATION

Ignition OFF.

Disconnect and inspect the TCM connector.

Repair:
- corrosion (install new connector or terminals - clean module pins)
- damaged or bent pins - install new terminals/pins
- pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary

Reconnect the TCM connector. Make sure it seats and latches correctly.

Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.

Is the concern still present?

Yes

CHECK OASIS for any applicable service articles: TSB, General Service Bulletin (GSB), SSM or FSA. If a service article exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the service article instructions. If no service articles address this concern, INSTALL a new TCM. REFER to the appropriate Automatic Transmission article .

No	The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by module connections. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.