For 1990-2009 cars only
Diagnostic Instructions
| • | Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. |
| • | Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach. |
| • | Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category. |
DTC Descriptor
DTC P1601: Lost Communication with TCMCircuit/System Description
The controller area network (CAN) serial data bus is used by the engine control module (ECM) and automatic transmission control module (TCM) to share information. An example of information shared is engine speed, engine coolant temperature, manifold absolute pressure (MAP), throttle position and vehicle speed.
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | The ignition is ON. |
| • | The engine is running more than 2 seconds. |
| • | The ignition 1 voltage is more than 11 volts. |
| • | No output controls are active. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The ECM does not detect a valid message from the TCM.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
DTC P1601 is a Type A DTC
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
DTC P1601 is a Type A DTC
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Electrical Information Reference
DTC Type Reference
Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References for scan tool information
Circuit/System Verification
- Ignition ON, attempt to establish communication with the TCM with a scan tool.
- Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC to verify the DTC does not reset. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records data.
| ⇒ | If no communication with the TCM, refer to Scan Tool Does Not Communicate with CAN Device for further diagnosis. |
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
Control Module References for engine and transmission control module replacement, setup, and programming
