Circuit Description
The torque converter clutch (TCC) solenoid is located in the control valve body of the transmission. The powertrain control module (PCM) commands the TCC solenoid by turning the solenoid ON or OFF, enabling the TCC to engage and disengage when the specific signals are received by the PCM.
Shifting of O/D is performed by the PCM controlling the ON and OFF switching functions of the TCC solenoid. If a short to ground occurs in any of the solenoid valves, the PCM controls the remaining functioning shift solenoid valves to allow the vehicle to be operated smoothly in a fail safe mode.
When the PCM detects a continuous short to ground in the TCC solenoid valve circuit, then DTC P2769 sets.
DTC P2769 is a type B DTC.
Conditions for Running the DTC
PCM detects a short to ground in the TCC solenoid circuit 4 times (2 trip detection logic).
Conditions for Setting the DTC
DTC P2769 sets when the following condition occurs:
The PCM detects a short to ground in the TCC solenoid circuit when the solenoid is commanded ON or OFF.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | At the time of the failure, the PCM records the operating conditions when the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met. The PCM stores this information as a Failure Record. |
| • | The PCM illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) during the second consecutive drive trip in which the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met. |
| • | The PCM stores DTC P2769 in PCM history. |
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
| • | A scan tool can clear the MIL/DTC. |
| • | The PCM clears the DTC from PCM history if the vehicle completes 40 warm-up cycles without an emission related diagnostic fault occurring. |
Test Description
The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Schematic Reference: Automatic Transmission Controls Schematics | ||||||||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information | ||||
Important:
Does the solenoid operate? | -- | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 3 | |||||
3 |
Did you find a condition? | -- | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 5 | ||||
4 |
Short to ground--Refer to Testing for Short to Ground in Wiring Systems. Did you find a condition? | -- | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 8 | ||||
5 | Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Programming and Setup in Programming and Setup. Is the action complete? | -- | Go to Step 9 | -- | ||||
6 | Perform the necessary wiring repairs. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Is the action complete? | -- | Go to Step 9 | -- | ||||
7 | Replace the internal transmission wiring harness. Refer to Solenoids and Wiring Harness Replacement . Is the action complete? | -- | Go to Step 9 | -- | ||||
8 | Replace the TCC solenoid valve. Refer to Solenoids and Wiring Harness Replacement . Is the action complete? | -- | Go to Step 9 | -- | ||||
9 | Perform the following procedure in order to verify the repair:
Has the test run and passed? | -- | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 2 | ||||
10 | 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? | -- | Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information | System OK | ||||
