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DEFINITION: A large difference in RPM is noted between the engine speed and the transmission input turbine speed in third or fourth gear, Drive or Manual Third range when the torque converter clutch (TCC) is commanded ON by the PCM.

Control Valve Body and Accumulator Assembly

    • TCC regulator apply valve stuck released
    • TCC regulator apply valve spring broken

Torque Converter Housing

Transmission fluid pump cover damaged or misaligned

Torque Converter Clutch Pulse Width Modulation (TCC PWM) Solenoid Assembly

    • Stuck Off
    • Internal damage
    • Damaged or cut O-ring
    • Screen damaged
    • Electrical connector damage

Fluid Pump

    • Stuck, binding TCC control valve
    • TCC enable valve
    • Stick or binding TCC enable valve spring
    • Misaligned gasket

Turbine Shaft

Damaged or cut O-ring

Inspect for active transmission DTCs

Transmission DTC default action active