DTC P1886 3-2 SS Valve Assembly CKT Electrical. Chevrolet Corvette 1996

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1996 🢒 Corvette 🢒 DTC 🢒 DTC P1886 3-2 SS Valve Assembly CKT Electrical

Automatic Transmission Components
Brake Switch, TCC and Shift Solenoids
OBD II Symbol Description Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice

Circuit Description

The 3-2 Shift Solenoid Valve Assembly (3-2 SS Valve Assy.) is a normally-closed, 3-port, on/off device. The device controls the 3-2 downshift. The solenoid attaches to the control valve body within the transmission. Circuit 1339 supplies ignition voltage directly to the solenoid. The PCM 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 PCM varies the timing between the 3-4 clutch release and the 2-4 band apply depending on the vehicle speed and the throttle position.

DTC P1886 detects a continuous open or short to ground in the 3-2 SS Valve Assy. circuit or the 3-2 SS Valve Assy. DTC P1886 is a type A DTC.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

•	No System Voltage DTC P0560

•	The ignition is ON.

•	The PCM commands the solenoid ON and the voltage remains high (B+).

•	The PCM commands the solenoid OFF and the voltage remains low (0 volts).

•	All conditions are met in 5 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

•	Soft landing to third gear

•	Maximum line pressure

•	The freeze shift adapts from being updated.

•	Inhibit the TCC engagement

•	Inhibit 4th gear if in hot mode

•	The PCM illuminates the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL).

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

•	The PCM turns OFF the MIL after three consecutive ignition cycles without a failure reported.

•	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 a change.

Test Description

The item numbers below refer to the Step numbers on the diagnostic chart.

This Step verifies that the PCM can control the solenoid.

This Step verifies that the 3-2 Shift Solenoid receives power from the ignition through the fuse.

This Step verifies that the PCM and the wiring properly control the ground circuit.

This Step measures the resistance of the automatic transmission wiring harness. This Step then compares the actual resistance to the expected resistance.

DTC P1886 3-2 Shift Solenoid Valve Assembly 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 , Section 6E3

Install the scan tool.
With the engine OFF, turn the ignition switch to the RUN position.

Important: Before clearing the DTCs, use the scan tool in order to record the Freeze Frame and Failure Records for reference. The Clear Info function will erase the data.

Record the DTC Freeze Frame and Failure Records.

Have the DTCs P0753, P0758, P1860, P1864, and P1886 set?

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

Inspect the TRANS fuse.
If the fuse is open, inspect circuit 1339, the solenoid, and the Automatic Transmission wiring harness for a short to ground. Repair the circuit, the solenoid, and the harness if necessary. Refer to Electrical Diagnosis, Section 8A.

Did you find and correct a problem?

Go to Step 17

Command the 3-2 Shift Solenoid Valve ON and OFF three times, while listening to the bottom of the transmission pan (a stethoscope may be necessary).

Does the solenoid click when commanded?

Go to Diagnostic Aids

Go to Step 5

Turn the ignition OFF.
Disconnect the transmission 20-way connector (additional DTCs will set).
Install the J 39775 Jumper Harness on the connector engine harness connector.
with the engine OFF, turn the ignition ON.
Connect a test lamp, from the J 39775 Jumper Harness cavity E to ground.

Did the test lamp illuminate?

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 6

Repair the open or short to ground in the ignition feed circuit 1339 to the 3-2 Shift Solenoid Valve Assembly. Refer to Electrical Diagnosis, Section 8A.

Is the repair complete?

Go to Step 17

Install a test lamp between cavity E and cavity S of the J 39775 Jumper Harness.
Command the 3-2 shift solenoid 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 9

Go to Step 8

Inspect circuit 687 for an open or short to ground.
Repair the circuit if necessary.

Refer to Electrical Diagnosis, Section 8A.

Did you find and correct a problem?

Go to Step 17

Go to Step 10

Install the J 39775 Jumper Harness on the transmission 20-way connector.
Using the J 39200 DVOM and J 35616-A Connector Test Adapter Kit, measure the resistance between the terminals E and S.

Is the resistance within the specified range?

20-32ohms

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 11

Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming , Section 6

Is the replacement complete?

Go to Step 17

Disconnect the Automatic Transmission wiring harness from the 3-2 shift solenoid.
Measure the resistance of the 3-2 shift solenoid.

Is the resistance within the specified range?

20-32ohms

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 16

Inspect the Automatic Transmission wiring harness for an open circuit.
Repair the circuit if necessary.

Refer to Electrical Diagnosis, Section 8A.

Did you find and correct a problem?

Go to Step 17

•	Measure the resistance between the terminal S and ground.

•	Measure the resistance between the terminal E and ground.

Are both measurements greater than the specified value?

250kohms

Go to Diagnostic Aids

Go to Step 14

Disconnect the Automatic Transmission wiring harness from the 3-2 shift solenoid.
Measure the resistance between the component's terminals and ground.

Are both readings greater than the specified value?

250kohms

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 16

Inspect the Automatic Transmission wiring harness for a short to ground.
Repair the harness if necessary.

Refer to Electrical Diagnosis, Section 8A.

Did you find and correct a problem?

Go to Step 17

Replace the 3-2 shift solenoid. Refer to Valve Body.

Is the replacement complete?

Go to Step 17

After the repair is complete, select DTC.
Select Clear Info.
Operate the vehicle. Ensure the following conditions are satisfied:

•	When you command the 3-2 shift solenoid ON, the voltage decreases to zero.

•	When you command the 3-2 shift solenoid OFF, the voltage increases to B+.

•	All conditions are satisfied for 5 seconds.

Select Specific DTC. Enter DTC P1886.

Has the test run and passed?

System OK

Begin the diagnosis again. Go to Step 1