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Object Number: 1441872  Size: LF
Master Electrical Component List
Automatic Transmission Controls Schematics
OBD II Symbol Description Notice
Control Module References

Circuit Description

The transmission internal mode switch (IMS) is a sliding contact switch attached to the selector detent inside the transmission side cover. The 4 inputs to the transmission control module (TCM) indicate the transmission range selector position. The input voltage level at the TCM is high, B+, when the IMS is open and low when the switch is closed to ground. The 4 input parameters represented are Signals A, B, C, and P. Refer to Transmission Internal Mode Switch Logic .

If the TCM detects an invalid transmission range with the engine running, then DTC P1825 sets. DTC P1825 is a type B DTC.

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:

DTC P1825 Internal Mode Switch - Invalid Range

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • The engine speed is greater than 500 RPM for 5 seconds.
    • The IMS indicates PARK or NEUTRAL for 1 second or greater.
    • The engine torque is greater than 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
    • The IMS indicates PARK or NEUTRAL for 1 second or greater.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The TCM detects an invalid combination of IMS signals for 8 seconds or greater.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The TCM requests the engine control module (ECM) to illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) during the second consecutive trip in which the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met.
    • The TCM commands maximum line pressure.
    • The TCM commands an alternate coast shift pattern where downshifts occur at higher vehicle speeds while coasting.
    • The TCM freezes transmission adaptive functions.
    • The TCM assumes D4 for shifting.
    • The TCM records the operating conditions when the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met. The TCM stores this information as Failure Records.
    • The TCM stores DTC P1825 in TCM history during the consecutive trip in which the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • A scan tool can clear the DTC.
    • The TCM clears the DTC from TCM history if the vehicle completes 40 warm-up cycles without an emission related diagnostic fault occurring.
    • The TCM cancels the DTC default actions when the ignition switch is OFF long enough in order to power down the TCM.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. HI values for all signals in all ranges indicate the ground circuit is OPEN.

  2. With the 20-way connector disconnected, all signals should indicate HI.

  3. If 1 circuit affects the other, this indicates a short between the 2 circuits.

  4. This step tests the internal transmission harness. If no condition is found in the harness, the condition is in the switch.

Step

Action

Value

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

2

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. Important: Before clearing the DTC, use the scan tool in order to record the Failure Records. Using the Clear Info function erases the Failure Records from the TCM.

  4. Record the DTC Freeze Frame and Failure Records.
  5. Clear the DTC.
  6. Select IMS on the scan tool.
  7. Place the range selector in each transmission range: P, R, N, D4, D3, D2, and D1.

Does each range selected match the scan tool IMS display?

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Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Select IMS A/B/C/P on the scan tool.
  2. Place the range selector in each transmission range: P, R, N, D4, D3, D2 and D1.

Does the IMS A/B/C/P display the specified value for each range?

HI/HI/HI/HI

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 4

4

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the automatic transmission inline 20-way connector. Additional DTCs may set.
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  4. Select IMS A/B/C/P on the scan tool.

Do the scan tool IMS A/B/C/P signals all indicate HI?

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Go to Step 5

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5

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Install the J 44152 jumper harness (20 pins) on the engine side of the automatic transmission inline 20-way connector.
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  4. Using the DMM and the J 35616 GM-approved terminal test kit, measure the voltage at the transmission range Signal A circuit of the J 44152 . Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline 20-Way Connector End View .
  5. Measure the voltage at the transmission range Signal B circuit of the J 44152 .
  6. Measure the voltage at the transmission range Signal C circuit of the J 44152 .
  7. Measure the voltage at the transmission range Signal P circuit of the J 44152 .

Does the voltage measure ignition voltage at all 4 terminals?

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6

Connect a fused jumper wire from the transmission range Signal A circuit of the J 44152 to ground while monitoring the scan tool IMS A/B/C/P parameter. Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline 20-Way Connector End View .

When the transmission range Signal A circuit is grounded, do any other signal circuits indicate LOW?

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Go to Step 7

7

Connect a fused jumper wire from the transmission range Signal B circuit of the J 44152 to ground while monitoring the scan tool IMS A/B/C/P parameter. Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline 20-Way Connector End View .

When the transmission range Signal B circuit is grounded, do any other signal circuits indicate LOW?

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Go to Step 11

Go to Step 8

8

Connect a fused jumper wire from the transmission range Signal C circuit of the J 44152 to ground while monitoring the scan tool IMS A/B/C/P parameter. Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline 20-Way Connector End View .

When the transmission range Signal C circuit is grounded, do any other signal circuits indicate LOW?

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Go to Step 11

Go to Step 12

9

Test the transmission range signal circuits of the IMS that did not indicate HI for a short to ground between the TCM connector and the automatic transmission inline 20-way connector. Refer to Testing for Short to Ground and Wiring Repairs .

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 17

10

Test the transmission range signal circuits of the IMS that did not indicate ignition voltage for an open between the TCM connector and the automatic transmission inline 20-way connector. Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs .

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 18

Go to Step 17

11

Test the affected transmission range signal circuits of the IMS for a shorted together condition between the TCM connector and the automatic transmission inline 20-way connector. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs .

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 18

Go to Step 17

12

Test the transmission range signal circuits of the IMS for an open or shorted condition between the automatic transmission inline 20-way connector and the IMS. Refer to Circuit Testing .

Did you find the condition?

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Go to Step 16

13

Test the ground circuit of the IMS for an open between the automatic transmission inline 20-way connector and the ground connection to the chassis. Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs .

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 18

Go to Step 14

14

Test the ground circuit of the IMS for an open between the automatic transmission inline 20-way connector and the IMS. Refer to Testing for Continuity .

Did you find the condition?

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Go to Step 15

Go to Step 16

15

Replace the automatic transmission wiring harness assembly. Refer to Wiring Harness Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 18

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16

Replace the lever assembly manual shaft detent with internal mode switch. Refer to Manual Shift Detent Lever with Shaft Position Switch Assembly Removal .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 18

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17

Replace the TCM. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 18

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18

Perform the following procedure in order to verify the repair:

  1. Select DTC.
  2. Select Clear Info.
  3. Start and idle the engine in PARK for 5 seconds or greater.
  4. Observe IMS on the scan tool. The IMS must indicate a valid range for 4 seconds or greater.
  5. Select Specific DTC.
  6. Enter DTC P1825.

Has the test run and passed?

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Go to Step 19

Go to Step 2

19

With a scan tool, observe the stored information, capture info and DTC info.

Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed?

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Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle

System OK