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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 P2534: Ignition 1 Switch Circuit Low Voltage

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

Ignition Voltage

P2534

P2534

P2534

P2534

Typical Scan Tool Data

Ignition Voltage

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Operating Conditions: Key ON

Parameter Normal Range: 8-18 volts

IGN

0 volts

0 volts

B+

Circuit/System Description

The transmission control module (TCM) samples the system voltage on the Ignition 1 voltage circuit every 0.1 seconds. Lower than normal voltage may be inadequate to operate the transmission control solenoids properly. Improper solenoid operation may cause erratic transmission operation, which may result in internal damage.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The TCM is communicating on the GMLAN serial data bus.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The TCM detects less than 2 volts on the IGN voltage circuit at the TCM for greater than 10 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • P2534 is a Type A DTC.
    • The TCM turns OFF all solenoids.
    • The TCM commands maximum line pressure.
    • The TCM freezes transmission adaptive functions.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

P2534 is a Type A DTC.

Diagnostic Aids

    • Ensure the transmission pass through connector and harness terminals are clean and not damaged, and the charging system is functioning correctly.
    • The transmission 24-way inline harness connector must be disconnected prior to disconnecting the transmission 16-way inline harness connector

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Automatic Transmission Controls Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Wiring Repairs

DTC Type Reference

Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the transmission 24-way inline harness connector, then the transmission 16-way in line harness connector at the transmission, verify that a test lamp does not illuminate between the ignition voltage circuit terminal 12 and ground.
  2. If the test lamp illuminates, test the IGN voltage circuit for a short to voltage.
  3. Ignition ON, verify that a test lamp illuminates between the ignition voltage circuit terminal 12 and ground.
  4. If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the ignition voltage circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
    If the circuit tests normal replace the control solenoid (w/body and TCM) valve assembly.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References for control solenoid (w/body and TCM) valve assembly replacement, setup, and programming.