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Circuit Description

The transmission control module (TCM) requires direct battery voltage to operate properly.

DTC P0883 is a type C DTC.

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:

DTC P0883 Transmission Control Module (TCM) Power Input Signal High

Conditions for Running the DTC

Engine speed is greater than 400 RPM for 1 second.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

DTC P0883 sets when the TCM detects battery direct voltage greater than 18 volts for 6 out of 10 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The TCM does not illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL).
    • Hydraulic default is commanded. Shift selector position and hydraulic state of logic valves determine range.
    • The TCM inhibits main modulation.
    • The TCM inhibits torque converter clutch (TCC) engagement.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

A scan tool can clear the code from TCM history. The TCM automatically clears the DTC from TCM history if the vehicle completes 40 warm-up cycles without failure.

Diagnostic Aids

    • Inspect the wiring for poor electrical connections at the TCM. Inspect 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, massage the wiring harness while watching the test equipment for a change.
    • You may have to drive the vehicle in order to experience a condition.
    • This DTC is normally set due to vehicle charging system concerns.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. This step tests for proper TCM battery direct voltage.

  2. This step tests the vehicle charging system.

Step

Action

Value

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Automatic Transmission Controls Schematics

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

2

  1. Install the scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. Important: Before clearing the DTC, use the scan tool in order to record the Freeze Frame and Failure Records for reference. The Clear Info function will erase the data.

  4. Record the DTC Freeze Frame and Failure Records.
  5. Clear the DTC.
  6. Start the engine.
  7. Using the scan tool, monitor TCM battery direct voltage.

Is voltage within the specified value?

B+

Go to Diagnostic Aids

Go to Step 3

3

Monitor the vehicle charging system for voltage spikes. Refer to Charging System Test .

Is the vehicle charging system operating properly?

B+

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

Go to Step 4

4

Repair the charging system. Refer to Charging System Test or Generator Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 5

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5

Perform the following procedure in order to verify the repair:

  1. Clear the DTC.
  2. Using the scan tool, monitor TCM voltage.
  3. Select Specific DTC.
  4. Enter DTC P0883.

Has the test run and passed?

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Go to Step 6

Go to Step 2

6

With the scan tool, observe the stored information, capture info and DTC info.

Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed?

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Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle

System OK