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Transfer Case Control Component Views
Transfer Case Control Schematics

Circuit Description

The front transfer case propshaft speed sensor generates the Front Propshaft Speed as shown by the scan tool. The rear transfer case propshaft speed sensor generates the Rear Propshaft Speed as shown by the scan tool. The front and rear transfer case vehicle speed sensors are Permanent Magnet (PM) generators. The PM generator produces a pulsing AC voltage. The AC voltage level and number of pulses increases as speed increases. The transfer case shift control module converts the pulsating AC voltage to a Propshaft Speed in rpm to be used for calculations. The Front Propshaft Speed and the Rear Propshaft Speed can be displayed with a scan tool.

This DTC detects greater than 20 percent difference in the speed sensor inputs.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The transfer case shift control module detects continued readings of Front and Rear Propshaft Speed signals which do not match. The module cannot determine propshaft speed.

The system will log the DTC if the Front and Rear Propshaft Speed inputs indicates a speed of greater than 20 percent difference for 40 seconds while all of the following are true:

    • Transmission NOT in PARK or NEUTRAL
    • Engine is running
    • Front Propshaft Speed indicates speed less than 75 MPH
    • Front Propshaft or Rear Propshaft Speed exceeds 512 RPM
    • VCM monitored Vehicle Speed on Class 2 Data bus exceeds 10 MPH

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The system will not allow any further adaptive events (correct slip). The SERVICE AWD/4WD lamp will be latched on for the remainder of the current ignition cycle

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • Current DTC
        The transfer case shift control module will clear the DTC if the condition for setting the DTC no longer exists.
    • History DTC
       - Once 100 consecutive ignition cycles without a fault present.
       - You issue a scan tool CLEAR CODES command.

DTC C0376 Front/Rear Shaft Speed Mismatch

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Important:: If DTC C0300 is also present perform the diagnostic for DTC C0300 before continuing.

Was the Transfer Case Diagnostic System Check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Transfer Case Diagnostic System Check

2

  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Inspect the following for a mismatch:
  3. • Front and rear axle ratios
    • All tires
    • Front or rear propshaft missing
  4. Inspect that the speed sensors are wired correctly by comparing vehicle wire harness to the system schematics.
  5. Inspect the connectors for proper connection and for loose terminals.

Was a problem found?

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Go to Step 6

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Connect a Scan Tool .
  3. Turn the ignition to RUN.
  4. Check for Powertrain DTCs.

Were there any DTCs found?

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Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check

Go to Step 4

4

  1. Connect a Scan Tool .
  2. Drive the vehicle while observing the ATC data list.
  3. Note the value of the Rear Propshaft Speed at a set speed.
  4. Change the scan tool screen to reflect the Transmission Data List.
  5. Compare the Rear Propshaft Speed previously noted to the Transmission OSS (Output Shaft Speed) at the same speed.

Are the rpm values approximately equal at the same speeds?

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Go to Step 5

Go to Step 7

5

  1. Continue driving the vehicle while observing the ATC data list.
  2. Compare the Rear Propshaft Speed to the Front Propshaft Speed at the same speed.

Are the rpm values approximately equal at the same speeds?

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Go to Step 8

Go to Step 9

6

Repair/replace as necessary.

Is the action complete?

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Go to Step 10

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7

Replace the transfer case rear vehicle speed sensor. Refer to Transfer Case Rear Vehicle Speed Sensor Replacement.

Are the repairs complete?

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Go to Step 10

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8

Replace the transfer case shift control module. Refer to Transfer Case Control Module Replacement.

Are the repairs complete?

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Go to Step 10

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9

Inspect/replace the front transfer case vehicle speed sensor reluctor wheel for damage, misalignment, and slipping.

Are the repairs complete?

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Go to Step 10

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10

  1. Ensure the ignition is OFF.
  2. Properly mount and reconnect all ATC components.

Have all the ATC components been reconnected and properly mounted?

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Go to Step 11

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11

Clear all ATC codes.

Have all the ATC codes been cleared?

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Go to Transfer Case Diagnostic System Check

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