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Diagnostic Instructions

    • Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
    • Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
    •  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor

DTC P1761: Up and Down Shift Switch Signal Circuit

Circuit/System Description

The controller area network (CAN) serial data bus is used by the body control module (BCM) and automatic transmission control module (TCM) to share information. This diagnostic applies to an invalid CAN signal.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The engine is running for at least 2 seconds.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

An error in the BCM Tap-up, Tap-down Signal Circuit count.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The TCM disables TAP shift operation.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

DTC P1761 is a Type C DTC.

Diagnostic Aids

A BCM error is the only condition that will set this DTC.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Automatic Transmission Controls Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

Body Control System Description and Operation

DTC Type Reference

Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC to verify the DTC does not reset. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observe from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records data.

If DTC resets replace BCM.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References for BCM replacement, setup, and programming.