DTC P0785 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical. Cadillac Escalade 2000

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2000 🢒 Escalade 🢒 Transmission/Transaxle 🢒 Automatic Transmission - 4L60-E 🢒 DTC P0785 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical

Automatic Transmission Controls Schematics
OBD II Symbol Description Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice

Circuit Description

The 3-2 shift solenoid (SS) valve assembly is a normally-closed, 3-port, on/off device that controls the 3-2 downshift. The solenoid attaches to the control valve body within the transmission. The solenoid receives ignition voltage through circuit 1020. The vehicle control module (VCM) controls the solenoid by providing a ground path on circuit 687. During a 3-2 downshift, the 2-4 band applies as the 3-4 clutch releases. The VCM varies the timing between the 3-4 clutch release and the 2-4 band apply, depending on the vehicle speed and the throttle position.

When the VCM detects a continuous open, short to ground, or short to power in the 3-2 SS valve assembly circuit, then DTC P0785 sets. DTC P0785 is a type A DTC.

Conditions for Running the DTC

•	The system voltage is 10-19 volts.

•	The engine speed is greater than 450 RPM for 5 seconds.

•	The engine is not in fuel cutoff.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

DTC P0785 sets if one of the following conditions occurs for 5 seconds:

Condition 1

The VCM commands the solenoid ON and the voltage feedback remains high (B+).

Condition 2

The VCM commands the solenoid OFF and the voltage feedback remains low (0 volts).

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

•	The VCM illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL).

•	The VCM commands a soft landing to third gear.

•	The VCM commands maximum line pressure.

•	The VCM inhibits TCC engagement.

•	The VCM inhibits 4th gear if the transmission is in hot mode.

•	The VCM freezes shift adapts from being updated.

•	The VCM records the operating conditions when the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met. The VCM stores this information as Freeze Frame and Failure Records.

•	The VCM stores DTC P0785 in VCM history.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

•	The VCM turns OFF the MIL during the third consecutive trip in which the diagnostic test runs and passes.

•	A scan tool can clear the MIL/DTC.

•	The VCM clears the DTC from VCM history if the vehicle completes 40 warm-up cycles without an emission-related diagnostic fault occurring.

•	The VCM cancels the DTC default actions when the fault no longer exists and/or the ignition switch is OFF long enough in order to power down the VCM.

Diagnostic Aids

•	Inspect the wiring at the VCM, the transmission connector and all other circuit connecting points for the following conditions:

-	A backed out terminal

-	A damaged terminal

-	Reduced terminal tension

-	A chafed wire

-	A broken wire inside the insulation

-	Moisture intrusion

Corrosion

•	When diagnosing for an intermittent short or open condition, massage the wiring harness while watching the test equipment for a change.

Test Description

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

This step tests the ability of the VCM to control the solenoid.

This step tests for voltage to the solenoid.

This step tests the ability of the VCM and the wiring to control the ground circuit.

This step measures the resistance of the automatic transmission (AT) wiring harness assembly and the 3-2 SS valve assembly.

DTC P0785 3-2 SS Circuit Electrical

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

Was the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check performed?

Go to Step 2

Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check in Engine Controls

Install a Scan Tool .
With the engine OFF, turn the ignition switch to the RUN position.

Important: Before clearing the DTC, use the Scan Tool in order to record the Freeze Frame and Failure Records. Using the Clear Info function erases the Freeze Frame and Failure Records from the VCM.

Record the DTC Freeze Frame and Failure Records.
Clear the DTC.

Are any of the following DTCs also set?

•

P0740

•

P0753

•

P0758

•

P1860

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

Inspect the TRANS fuse for on open.

Refer to General Electrical Diagnosis in Wiring Systems.

Is the fuse open?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 5

Using the transmission output control function on the Scan Tool , command the 3-2 SS valve assembly ON and OFF three times, while listening to the bottom of the transmission pan (a stethoscope may be necessary).

Did the solenoid click when commanded?

Go to Diagnostic Aids

Go to Step 5

Turn the ignition OFF.
Disconnect the AT inline 20-way connector (additional DTCs may set).
Install the J 44152 jumper harness (20 pins) on the engine side of the AT inline 20-way connector.
With the engine OFF, turn the ignition switch to the RUN position.
Using the J 35616-A connector test adapter kit, connect a test lamp from J 44152 cavity E to ground.

Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline Harness Connector End View .

Does the test lamp illuminate?

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 15

Install a test lamp between cavity E and cavity S of the J 44152 .

Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline Harness Connector End View .

Using the transmission output control function on the Scan Tool , command the 3-2 SS valve assembly ON and OFF three times.

Does the test lamp illuminate when you command the shift solenoid ON, and turn off when you command OFF?

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 7

Is the test lamp always ON?

Go to Step 16

Go to Step 17

Install the J 44152 on the transmission side of the AT inline 20-way connector.
Using the J 39200 DMM and the J 35616-A connector test adapter kit, measure the resistance between the terminal E and terminal S of the J 44152 .

Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline Harness Connector End View .

Is the resistance within the specified range?

20-32 ohms

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 10

Measure the resistance from terminal S to ground.
Measure the resistance from terminal E to ground.

Are both measurements greater than the specified value?

250 K ohms

Go to Diagnostic Aids

Go to Step 11

Disconnect the AT wiring harness assembly from the 3-2 SS valve assembly.
Measure the resistance of the 3-2 SS valve assembly.

Is the resistance within the specified range?

20-32 ohms

Go to Step 18

Go to Step 19

Disconnect the AT wiring harness assembly from the 3-2 SS valve assembly.
Measure the resistance between the component's terminals and ground.

Are both readings greater than the specified value?

250 K ohms

Go to Step 18

Go to Step 19

Important: The condition that affects this circuit may exist in other connecting branches of the circuit. Refer to Power Distribution Schematics in Wiring Systems for complete circuit distribution.