Circuit Description
An ignition voltage is supplied directly to the 2nd and 3rd Gear Block out solenoid coil. The PCM controls the solenoid by grounding the control circuit via an internal switch called a driver. The driver supplies the ground for the component being controlled. Each driver has a fault line which the PCM monitors. When the PCM commands a component ON, the voltage of the control circuit should be low (near 0 volts). When the PCM commands the control circuit to a component OFF, the voltage potential of the circuit should be high, near battery voltage. If the fault detection circuit senses a voltage other than what is expected, the fault line status changes causing the DTC to set.
Conditions for Enabling the 1-4 Upshift Solenoid
| • | The vehicle speed is between 24-31 km/h (15-19 mph). |
| • | The engine coolant temperature (ECT) is greater than 77°C (171°F). |
| • | The BARO is greater than 76 kPa. |
| • | The accelerator pedal position (APP) is less than 26 percent. |
| • | Once the 1-4 Upshift solenoid is enabled the solenoid will not be re-enabled until the vehicle speed returns to 0 km/h (0 mph) and the conditions for enabling the 1-4 Upshift solenoid are met. |
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | The engine speed is greater than 400 RPM. |
| • | Ignition voltage greater than 6 volts but less than 18 volts. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
| • | The PCM detects that the commanded state of the driver and the actual state of the control circuit do not match. |
| • | All conditions exist for a minimum of 5.0 seconds. |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The PCM illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on the second consecutive ignition cycle that the diagnostic runs and fails. |
| • | The PCM records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The first time the diagnostic fails, the PCM stores this information in the Failure Records. If the diagnostic reports a failure on the second consecutive ignition cycle, the PCM records the operating conditions at the time of the failure. The PCM writes the conditions to the Freeze Frame and updates the Failure Records. |
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
| • | A last test failed, or the current DTC, clears when the diagnostic runs and does not fail. |
| • | A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if failures are not reported by this or any other emission related diagnostic. |
| • | Use a scan tool in order to clear the MIL/DTC. |
Diagnostic Aids
Important:
• Remove any debris from the PCM\TAC module connector surfaces before
servicing the PCM\TAC module. Inspect the PCM\TAC module connector gaskets
when diagnosing/replacing the modules. Ensure that the gaskets
are installed correctly. The gaskets prevent contaminate intrusion
into the PCM\TAC modules. • For any test that requires probing the PCM or a component
harness connector, use the Connector Test Adapter Kit J 35616
. Using this kit prevents damage
to the harness/component terminals. Refer to
Using Connector Test Adapters
in Wiring Systems.
For an intermittent, refer to Symptoms .
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
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Listen for an audible click when the solenoid operates. Be sure that both the ON and the OFF states are commanded. Repeat the commands as necessary.
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This step tests for voltage at the coil side of the Skip shift solenoid. The ENG IGN fuse supplies power to the coil side of the Skip shift solenoid.
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This step verifies that the PCM is providing ground to the Skip shift solenoid.
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This step tests if a ground is constantly being applied to the Skip shift solenoid.
Step | Action | Values | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Did you perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check ? | -- | ||
Does the solenoid turn ON and OFF when commanded? | -- | |||
3 |
Does this DTC reset? | -- | Go to Intermittent Conditions | |
Does the test lamp illuminate? | -- | |||
Does the test lamp turn ON and OFF with each command? | -- | |||
Does the test lamp remain illuminated with each command? | -- | |||
7 |
Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||
8 |
Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||
9 |
Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||
10 |
Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||
11 | Repair the coil side feed circuit of the Skip shift solenoid. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems . Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
12 | Replace the Skip shift solenoid. Refer to Gear Select/Skip Shift Solenoid Replacement in Manual Transmission MM6. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
13 |
Important: Program the replacement PCM. Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement . Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
14 |
Does the DTC reset? | -- | ||
15 | With a scan tool, review the Stored information (capture info). Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed? | -- | System OK |
