Circuit Description
The Pressure Control Solenoid (PCS) Valve is a PCM-controlled device that regulates the transmission line pressure. The PCM compares the TP voltage, the engine RPM, and other inputs in order to determine the appropriate line pressure for a given load. The PCM regulates the pressure by applying a varying amperage to the PCS. The applied amperage varies from 0.1 to 1.1 amps. The applied amperage is monitored by the PCM.
DTC P0748 detects a continuous open in the PCS circuit. DTC P0748 detects a continuous short to ground in the PCS. DTC P0748 is a type D DTC.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
| • | No system voltage DTC P0560 |
| • | The PCM recognizes that the Pressure Control Solenoid Valve has reached the valve's electrical high limit. |
| • | The PCM recognizes that the Pressure Control Solenoid Valve has reached the valve's electrical low limit. |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The freeze shift adapts from being updated. |
| • | The PCM does not illuminate the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL). |
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | A scan tool can clear the DTC from the PCM history. The PCM clears the DTC from the PCM history if the vehicle completes 40 warm-up cycles without a failure reported. |
| • | The PCM cancels the DTC default actions when the fault no longer exists and the ignition is OFF long enough in order to power down the PCM. |
Diagnostic Aids
| • | Inspect the wiring for any poor electrical connections at the PCM. Inspect the wiring at the transmission 20-way connector. Look for the following conditions: |
| - | A bent terminal |
| - | A backed out terminal |
| - | A damaged terminal |
| - | Poor terminal tension |
| - | A chafed wire |
| - | A broken wire inside the insulation |
| • | When diagnosing for an intermittent short or open condition, massage the wiring harness while watching the test equipment for any changes. |
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic chart.
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This Step verifies that the PCM can command the PC Solenoid Valve.
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This Step verifies that the PC Solenoid Valve has the correct resistance. This Step verifies that the Automatic Transmission wiring harness has the correct resistance.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Was the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check performed? | -- | ||||||
Important: Before clearing the DTCs, use the scan tool in order to record the Failure Records for reference. The Clear Info function will erase the data. Does the PC Act. Current remain within the specified range? | PC Ref Current ± 0.16 amp | Go to Diagnostic Aids | ||||||
Is the resistance within the specified range? | 3-7ohms | |||||||
4 |
Is the resistance within the specified range? | 3-7ohms | ||||||
5 | Replace the PC Solenoid Valve. Refer to Pressure Regulator Replacement . Is the replacement complete? | -- | -- | |||||
6 | Repair the Automatic Transmission wiring harness for an open. Refer to Electrical Diagnosis, Section 8A. Is the repair complete? | -- | -- | |||||
7 |
Did you find and correct a problem? | -- | ||||||
8 |
Refer to Electrical Diagnosis, Section 8A. Did you find and correct a problem? | -- | ||||||
9 | Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming , Section 6 Is the replacement complete? | -- | -- | |||||
10 |
Has the test run and passed? | -- | System OK |
