Circuit Description
The Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve (TCC Sol. Valve) is a normally-open
exhaust valve that is used with the Torque Converter Clutch Pulse Width Modulation
Solenoid Valve (TCC PWM Sol. Valve) in order to control fluid acting
on the converter clutch apply valve. The TCC Sol. Valve attaches to the transmission
case assembly extending into the pump cover. When grounded (energized) by
the Vehicle Control Module (VCM), the TCC Sol. Valve stops converter signal
oil from exhausting. This causes converter signal oil pressure to increase
and move the converter clutch apply valve against spring force and into the
apply position. In this position, release fluid is open to an exhaust port
and converter feed fluid fills the apply fluid circuit. The converter feed
fluid applies the TCC. When the VCM no longer provides a ground path, the
TCC Sol. Valve de-energizes and apply fluid exhausts, releasing the TCC.
When the VCM detects low torque converter slip when the TCC is commanded
OFF, then DTC P0742 sets. DTC P0742 is a type B DTC.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
DTC P0742 sets if the following conditions occur twice per ignition
cycle, two consecutive times.
| • | No MAP Sensor DTCs P0107 or P0108. |
| • | No TP Sensor DTCs P0122 or P0123. |
| • | No VSS Assy. DTCs P0502 or P0503. |
| • | No TCC Sol. Valve DTC P0740. |
| • | No TFP Val. Position Sw. DTC P1810. |
| • | No TCC PWM Sol. Valve DTC P1860. |
| • | The TP angle is 17-45%. |
| • | The engine speed is greater than 450 RPM for 5 seconds. |
| • | The engine speed is 1000-3000 RPM. |
| • | The speed ratio is 0.64 to 1.35. |
| • | The vehicle speed is 24-80 km/h (15-50 mph). |
| • | No gear range change within 5 seconds. |
| • | The engine vacuum is 0-105 kPa. |
| • | The engine torque is 50-400 lb ft. |
| • | The commanded gear is not 1st. |
| • | The TCC is commanded OFF. |
| • | The TCC slip speed is -20 to +20 RPM. |
| • | All conditions met for 5 seconds. |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The VCM illuminates the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL). |
| • | The VCM freezes shift adapts from being updated. |
| • | DTC P0742 stores in VCM history. |
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
| • | The VCM turns OFF the MIL after three consecutive trips without
a failure reported. |
| • | A scan tool can clear the DTC from the VCM history. The VCM clears
the DTC from the VCM history if the vehicle completes 40 warm-up cycles without
a failure reported. |
| • | The VCM cancels the DTC default actions when the fault no longer
exists and the ignition is OFF long enough in order to power down the VCM. |
Diagnostic Aids
| • | If DTC P0218 is also set, follow the diagnostic table for
DTC P0218 before proceeding to the diagnostic table for DTC P0742.
Repairing the condition that caused DTC P0218 may eliminate DTC P0742. |
| • | A restricted transmission cooler line may cause the TCC to remain
applied after an electrical release. |
| • | The TCC fluid will hydraulically apply the TCC, possibly causing
an engine stall, under the following conditions: |
| - | The TCC is hydraulically stuck ON |
| - | The parking brake is applied |
| - | Any gear range is selected |
| • | A stuck TP Sensor may set DTC P0742. |
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
-
This step tests the mechanical state of the TCC. When the VCM commands
the TCC Sol. Valve OFF, the slip speed should increase.
DTC P0742 Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) -- Stuck ON
Step
| Action
| Value(s)
| Yes
| No
|
1
| Was the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic
(OBD) System Check performed?
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|
Go to Step
2
| Go to
Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check
in Engine Controls
|
2
|
- 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. Using the Clear Info function will
erase the stored the Freeze Frame and Failure Records from the VCM.
- Record the DTC Freeze Frame and Failure Records, then clear the DTC(s).
- Using the scan tool, verify the TP Sensor operation.
Are the TP Sensor values within the normal range shown in the value
column?
| 0.6-5.0 V
|
Go to Step 3
| Go to
Diagnostic Aids
|
3
| Drive the vehicle in the D4 drive range in fourth gear under steady
acceleration, with a TP angle greater than 25%.
While the displayed TCC Enable Status is NO, does the scan tool display
a TCC Slip Speed within the specified range?
| -20 to +20 RPM
|
Go to Step 4
| Go to Diagnostic Aids
|
4
| The TCC
is mechanically stuck ON. Check for the following:
| • | Clogged exhaust orifice in the TCC Sol. Valve. |
| • | Converter clutch apply valve stuck in the apply position. |
| • | Misaligned or damaged valve body gasket. |
| • | Restricted release passage. |
| • | Restricted transmission cooler line. |
Did you find and correct the condition?
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|
Go to Step 5
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|
5
| In order to verify your repair, perform the following procedure:
- Select DTC.
- Select Clear Info.
- Drive the vehicle in D4 with the TCC OFF and the throttle above
17%. Ensure that the TCC slip speed is 100-2000 RPM for 5 seconds.
- Select Specific DTC.
- Enter DTC P0742.
Has the test run and passed?
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| System OK
|
Begin the diagnosis
again. Go to Step 1
|
