Table 1: | Scan Tool Data Parameters |
Table 2: | Scan Tool Output Controls |
The Transmission Control Module Scan Tool Data List contains all transmission related parameters that are available on the scan tool. The list is arranged in alphabetical order. A given parameter may appear in any one of the data lists, and in some cases may appear more than once, or in more than one data list in order to group certain related parameters together.
The values below represent a typical display recorded from a properly functioning system.
Important: Do not use a scan tool that displays faulty data. Report the condition to the scan tool manufacturer. The use of a faulty scan tool can result in misdiagnosis and the unnecessary replacement of parts.
Only the parameters listed below are used/referenced in this manual for diagnosis. If a scan tool displays other parameters, those values are not recommended by General Motors for use in diagnosis.
If all values are within the expected range described below, refer to Symptoms - Automatic Transmission for diagnosis.
The scan tool values from a properly functioning transmission may be used for comparison with the transmission you are diagnosing. The values below represent a typical display recorded from a properly functioning system.
Parameter | System State | Expected Value | Description |
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Operating Conditions: Engine at idle, upper radiator hose hot, closed throttle, transmission in Park, closed loop operation, accessories OFF, brake pedal not applied. | |||
1-2 Shift Error | -- | Seconds, Varies | This parameter displays the difference between the desired 1-2 shift time and the actual 1-2 shift time. A positive number indicates a firm or fast shift, the actual shift time was shorter than the desired shift time. A negative number indicates a soft or slow shift, the actual shift time was longer than the desired shift time. This value is only accurate if the shift was adaptable. |
1-2 Shift Time | -- | Seconds, Varies | This parameter displays the actual time of the last 1-2 shift. The shift time is based on the engine RPM drop after the commanded 1-2 shift. This value is only accurate if the shift was adaptable. |
1-2 Sol. | -- | On | This parameter displays the commanded state of the 1-2 shift solenoid valve. When the transmission is in FIRST and FOURTH gear, the display should indicate ON, current is flowing through the solenoid. When the transmission is in SECOND and THIRD gear, the display should indicate OFF, current is not flowing through the solenoid. |
1-2 Sol. CKT Status | -- | Indeterminate | This parameter displays the solenoid valve feedback voltage signal circuit status on the scan tool. If the voltage is low when the solenoid is commanded OFF, the scan tool will display Open/Short to GND. If the voltage is high when the solenoid is commanded ON, the scan tool will display Short to Volts. If no circuit fault is present the scan tool will display OK. Until the circuit has been evaluated, the scan tool will display Indeterminate. |
1-2 TAP Cell (4-14) | -- | kPa (psi), Varies | This parameter displays the amount of transmission adaptive pressure (TAP), based on 17 N·m (12.5 lb ft) of engine torque increment per cell, added to or subtracted from shift pressure during a 1-2 upshift. A positive number indicates that long shifts have been detected and PC solenoid pressure has been added in order to decrease shift time. A negative number indicates that short shifts have been detected and PC solenoid pressure has been subtracted in order to increase shift time. |
2-3 Shift Error | -- | Seconds, Varies | This parameter displays the difference between the desired 2-3 shift time and the actual 2-3 shift time. A positive number indicates a firm or fast shift, the actual shift time was shorter than the desired shift time. A negative number indicates a soft or slow shift, the actual shift time was longer than the desired shift time. This value is only accurate if the shift was adaptable. |
2-3 Shift Time | -- | Seconds, Varies | This parameter displays the actual time of the last 2-3 shift. The shift time is based on the engine RPM drop after the commanded 2-3 shift. This value is only accurate if the shift was adaptable. |
2-3 Sol. | -- | On | This parameter displays the commanded state of the 2-3 shift solenoid valve. When the transmission is in FIRST and SECOND gear the display should indicate ON, current is not flowing through the solenoid. When the transmission is in THIRD and FOURTH gear, the display should indicate OFF, current is flowing through the solenoid. |
2-3 Sol. CKT Status | -- | Indeterminate | This parameter displays the solenoid valve feedback voltage signal circuit status on the scan tool. If the voltage is low when the solenoid is commanded OFF, the scan tool will display Open/Short to GND. If the voltage is high when the solenoid is commanded ON, the scan tool will display Short to Volts. If no circuit fault is present the scan tool will display OK. Until the circuit has been evaluated, the scan tool will display Indeterminate. |
2-3 TAP Cell (4-14) | -- | kPa (psi), Varies | This parameter displays the amount of transmission adaptive pressure (TAP), based on 17 N·m (12.5 lb ft) of engine torque increment per cell, added to or subtracted from shift pressure during a 2-3 upshift. A positive number indicates that long shifts have been detected and PC solenoid pressure has been added in order to decrease shift time. A negative number indicates that short shifts have been detected and PC solenoid pressure has been subtracted in order to increase shift time. |
3-2 Downshift Sol. | -- | On | This parameter displays if the 3-2 shift solenoid valve assembly is currently commanded On or Off. The solenoid commanded state is based on the transmission temperature. The solenoid will change states during a 3-2 downshift to regulate the appropriate pressure. The commanded state of the solenoid occurs at approximately 48 km/h (30 mph) with a throttle increase. The scan tool displays On or Off. |
3-2 Sol. CKT Status | -- | Indeterminate | This parameter displays the solenoid valve feedback voltage signal circuit status on the scan tool. If the voltage is low when the solenoid is commanded OFF, the scan tool will display Open/Short to GND. If the voltage is high when the solenoid is commanded ON, the scan tool will display Short to Volts. If no circuit fault is present the scan tool will display OK. |
3-4 Shift Error | -- | Seconds, Varies | This parameter displays the difference between the desired 3-4 shift time and the actual 3-4 shift time. A positive number indicates a firm or fast shift, the actual shift time was shorter than the desired shift time. A negative number indicates a soft or slow shift, the actual shift time was longer than the desired shift time. This value is only accurate if the shift was adaptable. |
3-4 Shift Time | -- | Seconds, Varies | This parameter displays the actual time of the last 3-4 shift. The shift time is based on the engine RPM drop after the commanded 3-4 shift. This value is only accurate if the shift was adaptable. |
4WD | -- | Enabled | This parameter displays whether the vehicle is currently in a four-wheel drive mode. The scan tool displays Enabled or Disabled |
4WD Low | -- | Disabled | This parameter displays the signal state of the four-wheel drive low circuit. Enabled indicates a 0 voltage signal requesting 4WD low. Disabled indicates a B+ voltage signal which does not request 4WD low. The scan tool displays Enabled or Disabled. |
Brake Switch | -- | Released | This parameter displays the status of the TCC brake switch circuit input. APPLIED indicates brake pedal applied. RELEASED indicates brake pedal released. The scan tool displays APPLIED or RELEASED. |
Calc. Throttle Position | -- | %, Varies | This parameter displays a calculated value, which is determined by the accelerator pedal position and the actual throttle position, used to optimize transmission controls. The parameter represents the driver's intended request for torque or acceleration. The range is 0-100%, where 0% represents an idle or coast request and 100% represents a request for wide open throttle (WOT). |
Commanded Gear | -- | 1 | This parameter displays the current commanded state of the shift solenoid valves. The scan tool displays 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5. |
Current TAP Cell | -- | kPa, (psi), Varies | This parameter displays the current transmission adaptive pressure (TAP) cell in use for transmission line pressure adaptation. The cells are based on 17 N·m (12.5 lb ft) of engine torque. The higher the engine torque, the higher the current TAP cell. The last cell used will remain displayed until the next adaptable upshift occurs. |
ECT | -- | °C (°F), Varies | This parameter displays the input signal from the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor. ECT is high at 151°C (304°F) when the signal voltage is low 0 volt. ECT is low at -40°C (-40°F) when the signal voltage is high 5 volt. |
Engine Speed | -- | RPM, Varies | This parameter displays the engine speed, based on a signal from the engine control module (ECM). The scan tool displays engine speed in revolutions per minute (RPM). The ECM sends the RPM information to the transmission control module (TCM) via the high speed GMLAN serial data line. |
Engine Torque | -- | N·m, Varies | This parameter displays the estimated amount of torque that is delivered from the engine. The scan tool displays engine torque in N-m (lb-ft). The ECM sends the engine torque information to the TCM via the high speed GMLAN serial data line. |
Gear Ratio | -- | Ratio, Varies | This parameter displays the estimated turbine speed divided by the transmission output speed. Estimated turbine speed is calculated from engine speed and engine torque. |
Ignition Voltage | -- | Volts, 12-14 | This parameter displays the system voltage measured at the ignition feed. |
Last Shift Time | -- | Seconds, Varies | This parameter displays the actual time of the last upshift. This value is only accurate if the shift was adaptable. |
PC Sol. Actual Current | -- | Amps, Varies | This parameter displays the actual current flow through the pressure control solenoid circuit which is measured by the control module. High current flow results in low line pressure. Low current flow results in high line pressure. |
PC Sol. Duty Cycle | -- | %, Varies | This parameter displays the commanded state of the pressure control solenoid expressed as a percentage of energized ON time. A reading of low percent indicates zero ON time, non energized, or no current flow. A high percent at idle indicates maximum ON time, energized, or high current flow. |
PC Sol. Ref. Current | -- | Amps, Varies | This parameter displays the commanded current of the pressure control solenoid circuit. High current results in low line pressure. Low current results in high line pressure. |
TCC Duty Cycle | -- | %, Varies | This parameter displays the commanded percentage of ON time for the TCC PWM solenoid. A high percentage represents an ON, energized, commanded state. 0 percent represents an OFF, non-energized, commanded state. |
TCC Duty Cycle CKT Status | -- | Indeterminate | This parameter displays the solenoid driver feedback voltage signal and displays the circuit status on the scan tool. If the voltage is low when the solenoid is commanded OFF, the scan tool will display Open/Short to GND. If the voltage is high when the solenoid is commanded ON, the scan tool will display Short to Volts. If no circuit fault is present the scan tool will display OK. Until the circuit has been evaluated, the scan tool will display Indeterminate. |
TCC Enable Sol. | -- | Disabled | This parameter displays the commanded state of the TCC solenoid. Yes indicates a commanded energized state, current is flowing through the solenoid. No indicates a commanded non-energized state, current is not flowing through the solenoid. This commanded state occurs at various vehicle speeds between applications. The scan tool displays Yes or No. |
TCC Enable Sol. CKT Status | -- | Indeterminate | This parameter displays whether an open or short to ground or voltage exist in TCC solenoid valve feedback signal. If the TCC solenoid is commanded OFF the scan tool will display open or short to ground. If the TCC solenoid is commanded ON the scan tool will display short to voltage. If no circuit fault is present the scan tool will display OK. |
TCC Slip Speed | -- | RPM, Varies | This parameter displays the difference between transmission output speed and engine speed. A negative value indicates that the engine speed is less than the output speed, deceleration. A positive value indicates that the engine speed is greater than the output speed, acceleration. A value of zero indicates that the engine speed is equal to the output speed, TCC applied. |
TFP Sw. | -- | Park/Neutral | This parameter displays Park/Neutral, Reverse, Drive4, Drive3, Drive2, Drive1 or Invalid. This parameter is the decoded status of the three A/B/C inputs from the automatic transmission fluid pressure manual valve position switch. If a valid combination of inputs is not detected, invalid will be displayed. |
TFP Sw. A/B/C | -- | HI/LOW/HI | This parameter displays HI/LOW, HI/LOW, HI/LOW. This parameter indicates the status of the three inputs from the automatic transmission fluid pressure manual valve position switch assembly. LOW represents a zero voltage signal. HI represents an ignition voltage signal. |
Tow/Haul Mode | -- | Inactive | This parameter displays when the transmission is operating in a towing or hauling mode. In tow/haul mode a different shift pattern is commanded that increases performance when towing or hauling. Shift quality and TCC scheduling are also affected during tow/haul mode operation. The scan tool displays Active or Inactive. |
TR Sw. | -- | Park | This parameter displays the decoded status of the four A/B/C/P inputs from the transmission range switch. The scan tool displays Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive, Intermediate, Low, and Invalid. If a valid combination of inputs is not detected, invalid will be displayed. |
TR Sw. A/B/C/P | -- | LOW/HI/HI/LOW | This parameter displays the status of the four inputs from the transmission range switch. The scan tool displays HI/LOW. HI indicates an ignition voltage input to the control module. LOW indicates a zero voltage input to the control module. |
Trans. Fluid Temp. | -- | °C (°F), Varies | This parameter displays the input signal of the transmission fluid temperature sensor. Transmission fluid temperature is high 151°C (304°F) when signal voltage is low, 0 volt, and transmission fluid temperature is low -40°C (-40°F ) when signal voltage is high, 5 volt. |
Trans. Slip Counter | -- | 0 | This parameter displays the number of times the P0894 diagnostic test has identified a slipping condition. This diagnostic test is required to identify a slipping condition three times in a row in order to set the DTC P0894 Transmission Component Slipping diagnostic code. The scan tool displays 0, 1 or 2. |
Transfer Case Ratio | -- | Ratio, Varies | This parameter displays the ratio of the transfer case calculated by engine speed divided by transmission output speed based on transmission commanded gear. |
Transmission Hot Mode | -- | Off | This parameter displays the automatic transmission fluid temperature (TFT) and displays On or Off. Off indicates that the TFT has not exceeded 130°C (266°F). On indicates that the TFT has exceeded 130°C (266°F) and has not cooled to 120°C (248°F) for more than 5 seconds. These numbers are approximate and differ with transmissions. |
Transmission ISS | -- | RPM, Varies | This parameter displays the rotational speed of the transmission input shaft. The scan tool displays input shaft speed as revolutions per minute (RPM). |
Transmission OSS | -- | RPM, Varies | This parameter displays the rotational speed of the transmission output shaft. The scan tool displays output shaft speed as revolutions per minute (RPM). On four-wheel drive applications, the transfer case output shaft speed is measured. |
Output Control | Description | ||||||||||||||||||
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1-2 Solenoid |
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2-3 Solenoid |
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3-2 Downshift Solenoid |
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PC Solenoid |
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Preset Transmission Adapts |
Important: Depending on the application, this procedure may set some or all Transmission Adaptive values to zero. This procedure will clear the current Transmission Shift Adaptives to preset engineered values. | ||||||||||||||||||
Reset Transmission Adapts |
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Shift Transmission |
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Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Control Solenoid |
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TCC Enable |
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Table 1: | Scan Tool Data Parameters |
Table 2: | Scan Tool Output Controls |
The Transmission Control Module Scan Tool Data List contains all transmission related parameters that are available on the scan tool. The list is arranged in alphabetical order. A given parameter may appear in any one of the data lists, and in some cases may appear more than once, or in more than one data list in order to group certain related parameters together.
The values below represent a typical display recorded from a properly functioning system.
Important: Do not use a scan tool that displays faulty data. Report the condition to the scan tool manufacturer. The use of a faulty scan tool can result in misdiagnosis and the unnecessary replacement of parts.
Only the parameters listed below are used/referenced in this manual for diagnosis. If a scan tool displays other parameters, those values are not recommended by General Motors for use in diagnosis.
If all values are within the expected value described below, refer to Symptoms - Automatic Transmission for diagnosis.
The scan tool values from a properly functioning transmission may be used for comparison with the transmission you are diagnosing. The values below represent a typical display recorded from a properly functioning system.
Parameter | System State | Expected Value | Description |
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Operating Conditions: Engine at idle with the upper radiator hose hot and in closed loop operation, closed throttle, transmission in Park, accessories OFF, brake pedal not applied. | |||
1-2 Shift Time | Varies | Seconds | This parameter displays the actual time of the last adaptable 1-2 shift. The shift time is based on the gear ratio change after the commanded 1-2 shift. |
2-3 Shift Time | Varies | Seconds | This parameter displays the actual time of the last adaptable 2-3 shift. The shift time is based on the gear ratio change after the commanded 2-3 shift. |
3-4 Shift Time | Varies | Seconds | This parameter displays the actual time of the last adaptable 3-4 shift. The shift time is based on the gear ratio change after the commanded 3-4 shift. |
4-5 Shift Time | Varies | Seconds | This parameter displays the actual time of the last adaptable 4-5 shift. The actual shift time is obtained by measuring the time required for the input shaft to decelerate from the previous ratio to the current ratio. |
5-6 Shift Time | Varies | Seconds | This parameter displays the actual time of the last 5-6 shift. The shift time is base on the gear ratio change after the commanded 5-6 shift. |
Brake Switch | Released | Applied/Released | This parameter displays the status of the brake switch circuit input. Applied indicates a zero voltage input, brake pedal applied. Released indicates a voltage input, brake pedal released. The scan tool displays Applied or Released. |
Calc. Throttle Position | Varies | % | This parameter displays a calculated value, which is determined by the accelerator pedal position and the actual throttle position, used to optimize transmission controls. It represents the driver’s intended request for torque or acceleration. The range is 0-100 percent, where 0 percent represents an idle or coast request and 100 percent represents a request for wide open throttle (WOT). |
Commanded Gear | 1 | 1, 2, 3, 4 or 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or Park/Neutral, Reverse, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 | This parameter displays the current commanded state of the shift solenoid valves. The scan tool displays 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 |
Driver Shift Control | Inactive | Active/Inactive | This parameter displays Active or Inactive. The scan tool displays Active when the gear selector is in the sport (S) position, which enables TAP shift. The scan tool displays Inactive when the gear selector is not in the S position, TAP shift disabled. |
Driver Shift Request | None | Upshift/ Downshift/ None/ Invalid | This parameter displays the current request from the TAP Shift System. This parameter will display up shift, downshift or invalid depending on the amount of voltage measured at the remote shift selector input and also will display none when there is no request. |
ECT | Varies | °C (°F) | This parameter displays the input signal from the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor. ECT is high at 151°C (304°F) when the signal voltage is low (0 V). ECT is low at -40°C (-40°F) when the signal voltage is high (5 V). |
Engine Speed | Varies | RPM | This parameter displays the rotational speed of the engine expressed as revolutions per minute. |
Engine Torque | Varies | N·m (lb ft) | This parameter displays a calculated value based on engine load, throttle position, mass air flow, and other engine inputs. This parameter is accurate to within 20 N·m 15 lb ft of actual measured engine torque. |
Gear Ratio | Varies | Ratio | This parameter displays the actual transmission gear ratio. The scan tool displays the gear ratio calculated from the automatic transmission input shaft speed sensor (AT ISS) and the automatic transmission output shaft speed sensor (AT OSS) inputs. |
High Side Driver 2 | Enabled | Enabled/Disabled | This parameter displays the High Side Driver 2 status on the scan tool. When the High Side Driver 2 is commanded OFF this displays Disabled, when the High Side Driver 2 is commanded ON this displays Enabled. |
High Side Driver 2 CKT Status | OK or Indeterminate | OK, Open/Short to Volts, Short to GND, Indeterminate | This parameter displays the High Side Driver 2 circuit status on the scan tool. If the voltage is low when the solenoid is commanded OFF, the scan tool will display Open/Short to GND. If the voltage is high when the solenoid is commanded ON, the scan tool will display Short to Volts. If no circuit fault is present the scan tool will display OK. |
Ignition Voltage | 12 to 14 volts | Volts | This parameter displays the system voltage measured at the ignition feed. |
IMS | Park | Park-Drive 1, Open, Invalid | This parameter displays PARK, PARK/REVERSE, REVERSE, REVERSE/NEUTRAL, NEUTRAL, NEUTRAL/DRIVE 4, DRIVE 4, DRIVE 4/DRIVE 3, DRIVE 3, DRIVE 3/DRIVE 2, DRIVE 2, DRIVE 2/DRIVE 1, DRIVE 1 or INVALID. The IMS Range display represents a decoded status of the four inputs from the IMS. The combination of IMS inputs are used to determine what position the manual valve is in at any time. |
IMS A/B/C/P | LOW/HI/HI/LOW | HI or LOW | This parameter displays the status of the four A/B/C/P inputs from the automatic transmission internal mode switch. HI indicates an ignition voltage signal and LOW indicates a 0 voltage signal. The scan tool will display HI/LOW, HI/LOW, HI/LOW, HI/LOW. |
ISS/OSS Supply Voltage | OK | OK, Out of Range | This parameter displays OK, Out of Range. |
Last Shift Time | Varies | Seconds | This parameter displays the actual time of the last up shift. This value is only accurate if the shift was adaptable. |
Line PC Sol. CKT Status | OK or Indeterminate | OK, Open/Short to GND, Short to Volts, Indeterminate | This parameter displays whether an open, short to voltage or ground exists in the line pressure control (PC) solenoid valve feedback signal circuit. The scan tool displays OK, Open/Short to Volts, Short to GND. |
PC Sol. 2 CKT Status | OK or Indeterminate | OK, Open/Short to GND, Short to Volts, Indeterminate | This parameter displays OK, Open/Short to GND, Short to Volts. |
PC Sol. 2 Pressure Comm | No | Yes/No | This parameter displays Yes or No. Yes, solenoid pressure is commanded. No, solenoid pressure is not commanded. |
PC Sol. 3 CKT Status | OK or Indeterminate | OK, Open/Short to GND, Short to Volts, Indeterminate | This parameter displays OK, Open/Short to GND, Short to Volts. |
PC Sol. 3 Pressure Comm | Yes | Yes/No | This parameter displays Yes or No. Yes, solenoid pressure is commanded. No, solenoid pressure is not commanded. |
PC Sol. 4 CKT Status | OK or Indeterminate | OK, Open/Short to GND, Short to Volts, Indeterminate | This parameter displays OK, Open/Short to GND, Short to Volts. |
PC Sol. 4 Pressure Comm | No | Yes/No | This parameter displays Yes or No. Yes, solenoid pressure is commanded. No, solenoid pressure is not commanded. |
PC Sol. 5 CKT Status | OK or Indeterminate | OK, Open/Short to GND, Short to Volts, Indeterminate | This parameter displays OK, Open/Short to GND, Short to Volts. |
PC Sol. 5 Pressure Comm | No | Yes/No | This parameter displays Yes or No. Yes, solenoid pressure is commanded. No, solenoid pressure is not commanded. |
Shift Sol. 1 CKT Status | OK or Indeterminate | OK, Open/Short to GND, Short to Volts, Indeterminate | This parameter displays OK, Open/Short to GND, Short to Volts, or Indeterminate. |
Shift Solenoid 1 | ON | On/Off | This parameter displays the commanded state of the reverse, 1st shift solenoid valve (S1). The scan tool displays On/Off. |
Shift Sol. 2 CKT Status | OK or Indeterminate | OK, Open/Short to GND, Short to Volts, Indeterminate | This parameter displays OK, Open/Short to GND, Short to Volts, or Indeterminate. |
Shift Solenoid 2 | ON | On/Off | This parameter displays the commanded state of the 2-3, 3-4 shift solenoid valve (S2). The scan tool displays On/Off. |
TCC PC Sol. Pressure Comm | No | Yes/No | This parameter displays Yes or No. Yes, solenoid pressure is commanded. No, solenoid pressure is not commanded. |
TCC Slip Speed | Varies | RPM | This parameter displays the difference between transmission input speed and engine speed. A negative value indicates that the engine speed is less than the input speed, deceleration. A positive value indicates that the engine speed is greater than the input speed, acceleration. A value of zero indicates that the engine speed is equal to the input speed, TCC applied. |
TCM Temperature | Varies | °C (°F) | This parameter displays results in °C (°F). |
TFP Switch 1 | HI | HI/LOW | This parameter displays the state of the first clutch oil pressure switch. The scan tool displays HI/LOW. |
TFP Switch 3 | LOW | HI/LOW | This parameter displays state of the 3rd clutch oil pressure switch. The scan tool displays HI/LOW. |
TFP Switch 4 | LOW | HI/LOW | This parameter displays state of the 4th clutch oil pressure switch. The scan tool displays HI/LOW. |
TFP Switch 5 | LOW | HI/LOW | This parameter displays state of the fifth clutch oil pressure switch. The scan tool displays HI/LOW. |
Tow/Haul Mode (If equipped) | Inactive | Active/Inactive | This parameter displays ACTIVE when the transmission is operating in the tow/haul mode. In this mode the transmission control module (TCM) extends the length of time between upshifts and elevates transmission line pressure. Shift quality and TCC scheduling are also affected during tow/haul mode operation. The scan tool displays ACTIVE or INACTIVE. |
Trans. Fluid Temp. | Varies | °C (°F) | This parameter displays the input signal of the transmission fluid temperature sensor. Transmission fluid temperature is high 151°C (304°F) when signal voltage is low, 0 V, and transmission fluid temperature is low -40°C (-40°F) when signal voltage is high, 5 V. |
Transmission ISS | Varies | RPM | This parameter displays the rotational speed of the transmission input shaft. The scan tool displays input shaft speed is revolutions per minute. |
Transmission OSS | 0 | RPM | This parameter displays the rotational speed of the transmission output shaft expressed as revolutions per minute. |
Output Control | Description | ||||||||||||||||
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High Side Driver 2 |
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Line PC Solenoid |
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PC Solenoid 2 Command |
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PC Solenoid 5 Command | |||||||||||||||||
Service Clean Procedure |
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Service Fast Learn Adapts |
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Shift Solenoid 1 |
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Shift Solenoid 2 | |||||||||||||||||
TCC PC Solenoid Command |
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Table 1: | Scan Tool Data Parameters |
Table 2: | Scan Tool Output Controls |
The Transmission Control Module Scan Tool Data List contains all transmission related parameters that are available on the scan tool. The list is arranged in alphabetical order. A given parameter may appear in any one of the data lists, and in some cases may appear more than once, or in more than one data list in order to group certain related parameters together.
The values below represent a typical display recorded from a properly functioning system.
Important: Do not use a scan tool that displays faulty data. Report the condition to the scan tool manufacturer. The use of a faulty scan tool can result in misdiagnosis and the unnecessary replacement of parts.
Only the parameters listed below are used/referenced in this manual for diagnosis. If a scan tool displays other parameters, those values are not recommended by General Motors for use in diagnosis.
If all values are within the expected range described below, refer to Symptoms - Automatic Transmission for diagnosis.
The scan tool values from a properly functioning transmission may be used for comparison with the transmission you are diagnosing. The values below represent a typical display recorded from a properly functioning system.
Parameter | System State | Expected Value | Description |
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Operating Conditions: Engine at idle, upper radiator hose hot, closed throttle, transmission in Park, closed loop operation, accessories OFF, brake pedal not applied. | |||
BPP Signal | Applied/Released | Released | This parameter displays the status of the brake switch circuit input. Applied indicates a zero voltage input, brake pedal applied. Released indicates a voltage input, brake pedal released. The scan tool displays Applied or Released. |
Calc. Throttle Position | % | 0% | This parameter displays a calculated value, which is determined by the accelerator pedal position and the actual throttle position, used to optimize transmission controls. The parameter represents the driver's intended request for torque or acceleration. The range is 0-100%, where 0% represents an idle or coast request and 100% represents a request for wide open throttle (WOT). |
Calc. Transmission ISS | RPM | Varies | This parameter displays the rotational calculated speed of the transmission input shaft. The scan tool displays input shaft speed as revolutions per minute (RPM). |
Clutch 1 Slip Speed | RPM | Varies | This parameter displays the slip speed of the low 1-2 clutch. The scan tool displays in RPM. |
Clutch 1 Status | Applied/Released | -- | This parameter displays the commanded state of the low 1-2 clutch. The scan tool displays Applied/Released. |
Clutch 2 Slip Speed | RPM | Varies | This parameter displays the slip speed of the Direct 2-3-4 clutch. The scan tool displays in RPM. |
Clutch 2 Status | Applied/Released | Varies | This parameter displays the commanded state of the Direct 2-3-4 clutch. The scan tool displays Applied/Released. |
Clutch 3 Slip Speed | RPM | Varies | This parameter displays the slip speed of the 4th clutch. The scan tool displays in RPM. |
Clutch 3 Status | Applied/Released | Varies | This parameter displays the commanded state of the 4th clutch. The scan tool displays Applied/Released. |
Clutch 4 Slip Speed | RPM | Varies | This parameter displays the slip speed of the 1-3 clutch. The scan tool displays in RPM. |
Clutch 4 Status | Applied/Released | Varies | This parameter displays the commanded state of the 1-3 clutch. The scan tool displays Applied/Released. |
Distance Since First Failure | km (mi) | Varies | This parameter displays the distance in km (mi) since the first failure that caused the DTC was set. The scan tool will display increasing distance as the vehicle is driven. |
Distance Since Last Failure | km (mi) | Varies | This parameter displays the distance in km (mi) since the last failure that caused the DTC was set. The scan tool will display increasing distance as the vehicle is driven. |
Drvr Axle Torque Request | Numeric | Varies | This parameter displays the drivers requested axle torque as determined by the ECM. The ECM monitors accelerator pedal position and determines how much axle torque is required in order to meet the drivers request. The parameter display range is -8192 to +8191.75 N·m. |
Driver Shift Control | Active/Inactive | Inactive | This parameter displays Active or Inactive. The scan tool displays Active when the gear selector is in the sport (S) position, which enables TAP shift. The scan tool displays Inactive when the gear selector is not in the S position, TAP shift disabled. |
Driver Shift Request | Upshift/ Downshift/ None/ Invalid | None | This parameter displays the current request from the TAP Shift System. This parameter will display upshift, downshift or invalid, depending on the amount of voltage measured at the remote shift selector input, and will also display none when there is no request. |
ECT | °C (°F) | Varies | This parameter displays the input signal from the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor. ECT is high at 151°C (304°F) when the signal voltage is low, 0 volt. ECT is low at -40°C (-40°F) when the signal voltage is high, 5 volt. |
Engine Run Time | Hours: Minutes: Seconds | Varies | This parameter displays in Hours/Minutes/Seconds, the length of time the engine has been running. |
Engine Speed | RPM | Varies | This parameter displays the rotational speed of the engine expressed as revolutions per minute. |
Engine Torque | N·m (lb ft) | Varies | This parameter displays a calculated value based on engine load, throttle position, mass air flow, and other engine inputs. This parameter is accurate to within 20 N·m (15 ft lb) of actual measured engine torque. |
Fail Counter | Counts | 0-255 | This parameter displays the number of ignition cycles with a failure reported since the first ignition cycle with a failure reported. |
Gear Ratio | Ratio | Varies | This parameter displays the actual transmission gear ratio. The scan tool displays the gear ratio calculated from the automatic transmission input shaft speed sensor (AT ISS) and the automatic transmission output shaft speed sensor (AT OSS) inputs. |
IAT | °C (°F) | Varies | This parameter displays the temperature of the internal combustion engine (ICE) intake air as determined by the ECM. This display defaults to a set temperature whenever the ECM detects an IAT sensor circuit fault. The parameter display range is -40°C to +215°C (-40°F to +419°F). |
Ignition Voltage | Volts | 12-14 | This parameter displays the system voltage measured at the ignition feed. |
IMS | Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive, Manual, Invalid, or Open | Park | This parameter displays Park, Reverse, Neutral, Manual, or Invalid. The IMS Range display represents a decoded status of the four inputs from the IMS. The combination of IMS inputs are used to determine which position the manual valve is in at any time. |
IMS A/B/C/P | HI/Low | Low/Hi/Hi/Low | This parameter displays the status of the four A/B/C/P inputs from the automatic transmission internal mode switch. I indicates an ignition voltage signal. LOW indicates a 0 voltage signal. The scan tool will display HI/LOW, HI/LOW, HI/LOW, HI/LOW. |
Not Run Counter | Counts | 0-255 | This parameter displays the number of ignition cycles without a pass or a failure reported since the first ignition cycle with a failure reported. |
OSS Supply Voltage | OK, Out of Range | OK | This parameter displays OK, Out of Range. |
Line PC Sol. CKT Status | OK, Open, Short to GND, Short to Volts, Indeterminate | OK | This parameter displays whether an open, short to voltage or ground exists in the line pressure control (PC) solenoid valve feedback signal circuit. The scan tool displays OK, Open Short to Volts, Short to GND, or Indeterminate. |
Line PC Sol. Pressure Com. | kPa (psi) | Varies | This parameter displays results in kPa (psi). |
Output Shaft Direction | Forward/Reverse/Unknown/Invalid | Unknown | This parameter displays the direction of the transmission output shaft speed sensor. The scan tool displays Forward/Reverse/Unknown/Invalid. |
Pass Counter | Counts | 0-255 | This parameter displays the number of ignition cycles with a pass reported and no failures reported since the first ignition cycle with a failure reported. |
PC Sol. 2 CKT Status | OK, Open, Short to GND, Short to Volts, Indeterminate | OK | This parameter displays OK, Open, Short to GND, Short to Volts, or Indeterminate. |
PC Sol. 2 Pressure Cmd. | kPa (psi) | Varies | This parameter displays kpa (psi). |
PC Sol. 3 CKT Status | OK, Open, Short to GND, Short to Volts, Indeterminate | OK | This parameter displays OK, Open, Short to GND, Short to Volts, or Indeterminate. |
PC Sol. 3 Pressure Cmd. | kPa (psi) | Varies | This parameter displays kpa (psi). |
PC Sol. 4 CKT Status | OK, Open, Short to GND, Short to Volts, Indeterminate | OK | This parameter displays OK, Open, Short to GND, Short to Volts, or Indeterminate. |
PC Sol. 4 Pressure Cmd. | kPa (psi) | Varies | This parameter displays kpa (psi). |
PC Sol. 5 CKT Status | OK, Open, Short to GND, Short to Volts, Indeterminate | OK | This parameter displays OK, Open, Short to GND, Short to Volts, or Indeterminate. |
PC Sol. 5 Pressure Cmd. | kPa (psi) | Varies | This parameter displays kpa (psi). |
Shift Sol. 1 CKT Status | OK, Open, Short to GND, Short to Volts, Indeterminate | OK | This parameter displays OK, Open, Short to GND, Short to Volts, or Indeterminate. |
Shift Solenoid 1 | On/Off | On | This parameter displays the commanded state of the reverse, 1st shift solenoid valve (S1). The scan tool displays On/Off. |
Shift Sol. 2 CKT Status | OK, Open, Short to GND, Short to Volts, Indeterminate | OK | This parameter displays OK, Open, Short to GND, Short to Volts, or Indeterminate. |
Shift Solenoid 2 | On/Off | On | This parameter displays the commanded state of the 2-3, 3-4 shift solenoid valve (S2). The scan tool displays On/Off. |
TCM Temperature | °C (°F) | Varies | This parameter displays results in °C (°F). |
TFP Switch 1 | HI/LOW | LOW | This parameter displays the state of the first clutch oil pressure switch. The scan tool displays HI/LOW. |
TFP Switch 3 | HI/LOW | HI | This parameter displays the state of the 3rd clutch oil pressure switch. The scan tool displays HI/LOW. |
TFP Switch 4 | HI/LOW | HI | This parameter displays the state of the 4th clutch oil pressure switch. The scan tool displays HI/LOW. |
TFP Switch 5 | HI/LOW | HI | This parameter displays the state of the fifth clutch oil pressure switch. The scan tool displays HI/LOW. |
Trans. Fluid Temp. | °C (°F) | Varies | This parameter displays the input signal of the transmission fluid temperature sensor. Transmission fluid temperature is high, 151°C (304°F), when signal voltage is low, 0 volt. Transmission fluid temperature is low, -40°C (-40°F), when signal voltage is high, 5 volt. |
Transmission OSS | RPM | 0 RPM | This parameter displays the rotational speed of the transmission output shaft. The scan tool displays output shaft speed as revolutions per minute (RPM). |
Vehicle Speed | km/h (mph) | Varies | This parameter displays the rotational speed of the transmission output shaft. The scan tool displays output shaft speed as revolutions per minute (RPM). |
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Shift Solenoid 1 Shift Solenoid 2 |
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Line PC Solenoid |
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PC Solenoid 2 PC Solenoid 3 PC Solenoid 4 PC Solenoid 5 |
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