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Diagnostic Instructions

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

DTC Descriptor

DTC P2534: Ignition 1 Switch Circuit Low Voltage

Circuit/System Description

The transmission control module (TCM) continuously monitors the ignition voltage circuit. A low ignition voltage reading at the TCM will cause DTC P2534 to set.

Conditions for Running the DTC

    â€¢ No Engine Speed Circuit Malfunction, DTC P0727.
    â€¢ No Lost Communications with the ECM, DTC U0100.
    â€¢ NO CAN Bus Reset Counter Overrun, DTC U2104.
    â€¢ Engine speed is 400 RPM or greater.
    â€¢ Battery Voltage is greater than 9.0 volts.
    â€¢ Not in Emergency Mode.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The TCM detects that ignition voltage is less than 8.68 volts for 20 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    â€¢ DTC P2534 is a Type A DTC.
    â€¢ The transmission will operate in 5th gear in D or M range, 2nd gear in L range.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

DTC P2534 is a Type A DTC.

Diagnostic Aids

A charging system malfunction may cause variances in system voltage and set voltage related DTCs. Refer to Charging System Test .

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Automatic Transmission Controls Schematics

Connector End View Reference

    â€¢  Automatic Transmission Inline Harness Connector End View
    â€¢  Automatic Transmission Internal Connector End Views
    â€¢  Automatic Transmission Related Connector End Views

Electrical Information Reference

    â€¢  Circuit Testing
    â€¢  Connector Repairs
    â€¢  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    â€¢  Wiring Repairs

DTC Type Reference

    â€¢  Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions
    â€¢  Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List/Type

Scan Tool Reference

    â€¢  Scan Tool Output Controls
    â€¢  Scan Tool Data List
    â€¢  Scan Tool Data Definitions

Circuit/System Verification

Engine running, verify the transmission control module (TCM) scan tool ignition voltage parameter is greater than 8.68 volts.

⇒If not greater than the specified range, refer to Charging System Test before performing Circuit/System Testing.

Circuit/System Testing

Important: You must perform the Circuit/System Verification before proceeding with Circuit/System Testing.

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the C1 harness connector at the TCM.
  2. Test for less than 1.0ohms of resistance between ground circuit terminal 9 and ground.
  3. ⇒If greater than the specified value, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
  4. Ignition ON, verify that a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminal 11 and ground.
  5. ⇒If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal and the B+ circuit fuse is open, replace the TCM.
  6. If all circuits test normal, replace the TCM.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.