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Diagnostic Trouble Code Charts: Notes

DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE INDEX

Five Digit DTC  Component  Description  Condition  Symptom  Action 
P0112 IAT IAT indicates 125°C (254°F) (grounded) Voltage drop across IAT exceeds scale set for temperature 125°C (254°F). Incorrect EPC pressure. Either high or low which will result in harsh or soft shifts. REFER to the INTRODUCTION - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE .
P0113 IAT IAT indicates - 40°C (-40°F) (open circuit) Voltage drop across IAT exceeds scale set for temperature - 40°C (-40°F). Incorrect EPC pressure. Either high or low which will result in harsh or soft shifts. REFER to the INTRODUCTION - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE .
P0114 IAT IAT out of onboard diagnostic range IAT temperature higher or lower than expected during KOEO and KOER. Rerun on-board diagnostic at normal operating temperature. REFER to the INTRODUCTION - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE .
P1116 ECT ECT out of onboard diagnostic range ECT temperature higher or lower than expected during KOEO and KOER. Rerun on-board diagnostic at normal operating temperature. REFER to the INTRODUCTION - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE .
P0117 ECT ECT indicates 125°C (254°F) Voltage drop across ECT exceeds scale set for temperature 125°C (254°F) (grounded). Torque converter clutch will always be off, resulting in reduced fuel economy. REFER to the INTRODUCTION - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE .
P0118 ECT ECT indicates - 40°C (-40°F) Voltage drop across ECT exceeds scale set for temperature - 40°C (-40°F) (open circuit). Torque converter clutch will always be off, resulting in reduced fuel economy. REFER to the INTRODUCTION - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE .
P1124 TP TP voltage high/low for onboard diagnostic. TP was not in the correct position for on-board diagnostic. Rerun at appropriate throttle position per application. REFER to the INTRODUCTION - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE .
P0121, P0122, P0123, P1120, P1121, P1125, P1124 TP TP concern PCM has detected an error.
This error may cause a transmission concern.
Harsh engagements, firm shift feel, abnormal shift schedule, torque converter clutch does not engage. Torque converter clutch cycling. REFER to the INTRODUCTION - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE .
P0102, P0103, P1100, P1101 MAF MAF concerns MAF system has a malfunction which may cause a transmission concern. High/low EPC pressure, incorrect shift schedule. Incorrect torque converter clutch engagement scheduling. Symptoms similar to a TP failure. REFER to the INTRODUCTION - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE .
P0300-P0308, P0320, P0340, P1351-P1364 EI EI concerns EI system has a malfunction which may cause a transmission concern. Harsh engagements and shifts, late WOT shifts, no torque converter clutch engagement. REFER to the INTRODUCTION - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE .
P1703 BPP Brake not actuated during on-board diagnostic KOER Brake not cycled during KOER. Failed ON or not connected - torque converter clutch will not engage at less than 1/3 throttle. Failed OFF or not connected - torque converter clutch will not disengage when brake is applied. REFER to the INTRODUCTION - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE .
P1703 BPP BPP switch circuit failed Brake ON circuit failure during KOEO. Failed ON or not connected - torque converter clutch will not engage at less than 1/3 throttle. Failed OFF or not connected - torque converter clutch will not disengage when brake is applied. REFER to the INTRODUCTION - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE .
P1460 A/C A/C clutch cycling pressure switch error A/C or defrost ON condition may result from A/C clutch being ON during on-board diagnostic. DTC set during onboard diagnostic - rerun with A/C OFF. Failed ON - EPC pressure slightly low with A/C OFF. REFER to the INTRODUCTION - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE .
P0731(1) SSA, SSB, SSC or internal parts 1st gear error No 1st gear. Incorrect gear selection depending on failure or mode and manual lever position. Shift errors may also be due to other internal transmission concerns (stuck valves, damaged friction material). REFER to the SOLENOID OPERATIONS . Then Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH (TCC) SOLENOIDS .
P0732 (1) SSA, SSB, SSC or internal parts 2nd gear error No 2nd gear. Incorrect gear selection depending on failure or mode and manual lever position. Shift errors may also be due to other internal transmission concerns (stuck valves, damaged friction material). REFER to the SOLENOID OPERATIONS . Then Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH (TCC) SOLENOIDS .
P0733(1) SSA, SSB, SSC or internal parts 3rd gear error No 3rd gear. Incorrect gear selection depending on failure or mode and manual lever position. Shift errors may also be due to other internal transmission concerns (stuck valves, damaged friction material). REFER to the SOLENOID OPERATIONS . Then Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH (TCC) SOLENOIDS .
P0734(1) SSA, SSB, SSC or internal parts 4th gear error No 4th gear. Incorrect gear selection depending on failure or mode and manual lever position. Shift errors may also be due to other internal transmission concerns (stuck valves, damaged friction material). REFER to the SOLENOID OPERATIONS . Then Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH (TCC) SOLENOIDS .
P0750(2) SSA SSA solenoid circuit failure SSA circuit failed to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or shorted or PCM driver failure during onboard diagnostic. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition mode and manual lever position. See SOLENOID OPERATIONS . Will flash MIL. Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH (TCC) SOLENOIDS .
P0753(2) SSA SSA solenoid circuit failure SSA circuit failed to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or shorted or PCM driver failure during onboard diagnostic. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition mode and manual lever position. See SOLENOID OPERATIONS . Will flash TCIL. Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH (TCC) SOLENOIDS .
P0755(2) SSB SSB solenoid circuit failure SSB circuit fails to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or shorted or PCM driver failure during onboard diagnostic. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition mode and manual lever position. See SOLENOID OPERATIONS . Will flash MIL. Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH (TCC) SOLENOIDS .
P0758(2) SSB SSB solenoid circuit failure SSB circuit fails to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or shorted or PCM driver failure during onboard diagnostic. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition mode and manual lever position. See SOLENOID OPERATIONS . Will flash TCIL. Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH (TCC) SOLENOIDS .
- TCIL TCIL circuit failure TCIL circuit open or shorted. Failed ON - overdrive cancel mode always ON. NO flashing TCIL for EPC failure or sensor. Failed OFF - overdrive cancel mode never indicated. NO flashing TCIL for EPC sensor failure. REFER to the INTRODUCTION - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE .
P1747(1) EPC EPC solenoid circuit failure, shorted circuit to ground. Voltage through EPC solenoid is checked. An error will be noted if tolerance is exceeded. Short circuit - causes minimum EPC pressure (minimum capacity) and limits engine torque (alt. firing). With zero EPC - no engagements. If engagement occurs and then EPC goes to zero, then No. 2nd, 3rd, and 5th gears. Slips in 1st and 4th with high input torque. Go To PINPOINT TEST D: ELECTRONIC PRESSURE CONTROL (EPC) SOLENOID .
P0740 TCC TCC circuit intermittent PCM has detected an intermittent TCC circuit signal. Short circuit - converter clutch always engages. Open circuit - torque converter clutch never engages. Engine RPM may be higher or lower than expected. May flash TCIL. Go To PINPOINT TEST F: SOLENOID MECHANICAL FAILURE .
P0741(1) TCC TCC slippage detected The PCM picked up an excessive amount of TCC slippage during normal vehicle operation. TCC slippage/erratic or no torque converter clutch operation. Flash TCIL. REFER to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM .
P0743(2) TCC TCC solenoid circuit failure during on-board diagnostic TCC solenoid circuit fails to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or shorted or PCM driver failure during onboard diagnostics. Short circuit - engine stalls in second (OD, 2 range) at low idle speeds with brake applied. Open circuit - torque converter clutch never engages. Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH (TCC) SOLENOIDS .
P1740 TCC TCC malfunction Mechanical failure of the solenoid detected. Failed ON - engine stalls in 2nd (O/D, Manual 2 ranges) at low idle speeds with brake applied. Failed OFF - torque converter never applies. Go To PINPOINT TEST F: SOLENOID MECHANICAL FAILURE .
P0715 TSS Insufficient input from turbine shaft speed sensor PCM detected a loss of TSS signal during operation. Harsh shifts, abnormal shift schedule, no torque converter clutch activation. Go To PINPOINT TEST E: TURBINE SHAFT SPEED (TSS), INTERMEDIATE SHAFT SPEED (ISS) AND OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED (OSS) SENSORS .
P0717 TSS TSS circuit intermittent PCM has detected an intermittent TSS circuit signal. Harsh shifts, abnormal shifts and no torque converter engagement. May flash TCIL. Go To PINPOINT TEST E: TURBINE SHAFT SPEED (TSS), INTERMEDIATE SHAFT SPEED (ISS) AND OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED (OSS) SENSORS .
P0718 TSS TSS signal noisy PCM has detected a noisy TSS signal. Harsh shifts, abnormal shifts and no torque converter engagement. May flash TCIL. Go To PINPOINT TEST F: SOLENOID MECHANICAL FAILURE .
P0720 OSS Insufficient input from OSS sensor PCM detected a loss of OSS signal during operation. Harsh shifts, abnormal shift schedule, no torque converter clutch engagement. Go To PINPOINT TEST E: TURBINE SHAFT SPEED (TSS), INTERMEDIATE SHAFT SPEED (ISS) AND OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED (OSS) SENSORS .
P0721 OSS Output shaft speed sensor signal noisy PCM has detected an erratic OSS signal. Harsh shifts, abnormal shift schedule, no torque converter clutch engagement. Go To PINPOINT TEST F: SOLENOID MECHANICAL FAILURE .
P0722 OSS OSS circuit intermittent PCM has detected an intermittent OSS circuit signal. Harsh shifts, abnormal shifts and no torque converter engagement. May flash TCIL. Go To PINPOINT TEST F: SOLENOID MECHANICAL FAILURE .
P1780 TCS TCS not changing states TCS not cycled during self test. TCS circuit open or shorted. No (D) cancel when switch is cycled during KOER. RERUN on-board diagnostic and cycle switch. REFER to the INTRODUCTION - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE .
P1711 TFT TFT out of onboard diagnostic range Transmission not at operating temperature during on-board diagnostic. DTC set - vehicle cold or overheated. Warm or cool vehicle to normal operating temperature. Then Go To PINPOINT TEST B: TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE (TFT) SENSOR .
P0713 TFT -40°C(-40°F) indicated TFT sensor circuit open Voltage drop across TFT sensor exceeds scale set for temperature -40°C(-40°F). Firm shift feel. Go To PINPOINT TEST B: TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE (TFT) SENSOR .
P0712 TFT 157°C(315°F) indicated TFT sensor circuit grounded Voltage drop across TFT sensor exceeds scale set for temperature of 157°C(315°F). Firm shift feel. Go To PINPOINT TEST B: TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE (TFT) SENSOR .
P1783 TFT Transmission overtemp condition indicated Transmission fluid temperature exceeded 127°C (270°F). Increase in EPC pressure. Go To PINPOINT TEST B: TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE (TFT) SENSOR .
P1713 TFT No change in TFT - low range PCM has detected no TFT change at low range during operation. Increase EPC, incorrect TCC engagement schedule, harsh engagement, harsh shifts. Go To PINPOINT TEST B: TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE (TFT) SENSOR .
P1718 TFT No change in TFT - high range PCM has detected no TFT change at high range during operation. Increase EPC, incorrect TCC engagement schedule, harsh engagement, harsh shifts. Go To PINPOINT TEST B: TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE (TFT) SENSOR .
P1704 Digital TR Digital TR circuits reading in-between gear positions during KOEO/KOER. Digital TR sensor or shift cable incorrectly adjusted or Digital TR circuit failure. Wrong commanded EPC pressure. Digital TR reading the wrong gear position. (i.e., in overdrive position, transmission stuck in manual 2). Go To PINPOINT TEST C: DIGITAL TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR) SENSOR .
P1705 Digital TR Digital TR not in PARK or NEUTRAL during KOEO/KOER. KOEO/KOER not run in PARK or NEUTRAL; or Digital TR circuit failure. Rerun KOEO/KOER in PARK or NEUTRAL. Go To PINPOINT TEST C: DIGITAL TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR) SENSOR .
P0705 Digital TR sensor Digital TR circuit failure Digital TR circuits, indicating an invalid pattern in TR_D. Condition caused by a short to ground or an open in TR4, TR3A, TR2, and or TR1 circuits. This DTC cannot be set by an incorrectly adjusted digital TR sensor. Increase in EPC pressure (harsh shifts). Defaults to (D) or D for all gear positions. In (D) position transmission is stuck in D or manual 2. Go To PINPOINT TEST C: DIGITAL TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR) SENSOR .
P0708 Digital TR sensor Digital TR sensor circuit TR3A open. Digital TR sensor circuit TR3A reading 2.6v -5.0v (open circuit). This DTC cannot be set by an incorrectly adjusted digital TR sensor. Increase in EPC pressure. Defaults to (D) or D for all gear ranges. Go To PINPOINT TEST C: DIGITAL TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR) SENSOR .
P1702 Digital TR Digital TR signal intermittent, code P0705, P0708 are set. See P0705, P0708 conditions. See P0705, P0708 symptoms. Go To PINPOINT TEST C: DIGITAL TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR) SENSOR .
P1781 4x4L 4x4 low switch failure Switch closed or shorted during KOEO. Early or delayed shifts. REFER to the INTRODUCTION - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE .
P1729 4x4L 4x4 low switch failure Circuit open/shorted. Early or delayed shifts. REFER to the INTRODUCTION - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE .
P0760(2) SSC SSC solenoid circuit failure SSC circuit failed to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or shorted or PCM driver failure during onboard diagnostic. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition mode and manual lever position. See SOLENOID OPERATIONS . Will flash MIL. Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH (TCC) SOLENOIDS .
P0763(2) SSC SSC solenoid circuit failure SSC circuit failed to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or shorted or PCM driver failure during onboard diagnostic. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition mode and manual lever position. See SOLENOID OPERATIONS . Will flash TCIL. Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH (TCC) SOLENOIDS .
P1746(1) EPC EPC solenoid circuit open Voltage through EPC solenoid is checked. Error is noted if tolerance is exceeded. Open circuit - causes maximum EPC pressure, harsh engagements and shifts. Go To PINPOINT TEST D: ELECTRONIC PRESSURE CONTROL (EPC) SOLENOID .
P1714 SSA SSA malfunction Mechanical failure of the solenoid detected. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition, mode and manual lever position. See SOLENOID OPERATION CHART . Go To PINPOINT TEST F: SOLENOID MECHANICAL FAILURE .
P1715 SSB SSB malfunction Mechanical failure of the solenoid detected. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition, mode and manual lever position. See SOLENOID OPERATION CHART . Go To PINPOINT TEST F: SOLENOID MECHANICAL FAILURE .
P1716 SSC SSC malfunction Mechanical failure of the solenoid detected. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition, mode and manual lever position. See SOLENOID OPERATION CHART . Go To PINPOINT TEST F: SOLENOID MECHANICAL FAILURE .
P1717 SSD SSD malfunction Mechanical failure of the solenoid detected. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition, mode and manual lever position. See SOLENOID OPERATION CHART . Go To PINPOINT TEST F: SOLENOID MECHANICAL FAILURE .
P0735 SSA, SSB, SSC, SSD or internal parts 5th gear error No 5th gear. Incorrect gear selection depending on failure or mode and manual lever position. Shift errors may also be due to other internal transmission concerns (stuck valves, damaged friction material etc.). REFER to the SOLENOID OPERATIONS . Then Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH (TCC) SOLENOIDS .
P0791 ISS Intermediate shaft speed sensor signal failure. PCM has detected a loss of the ISS signal. Harsh shifts (2-3). Go To PINPOINT TEST F: SOLENOID MECHANICAL FAILURE .
P0794 ISS Intermediate shaft speed sensor signal intermittent PCM has detected an intermittent ISS signal. Harsh shifts (2-3). Go To PINPOINT TEST E: TURBINE SHAFT SPEED (TSS), INTERMEDIATE SHAFT SPEED (ISS) AND OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED (OSS) SENSORS .
P1636 SSx SSx ISIG communication error PCM has detected an error with the ISIG chip. - INSTALL a new PCM.
P0765 SSD SSD solenoid circuit failure SSD circuit failed to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open, shorted or PCM driver circuit failure during onboard diagnostics. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition, mode and manual lever position. See the SOLENOID OPERATIONS . Will flash MIL. Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH (TCC) SOLENOIDS .
P0768 SSD SSD solenoid circuit failure SSD circuit failed to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open, shorted or PCM driver circuit failure during onboard diagnostics. Incorrect gear selection depending on condition, mode and manual lever position. See the SOLENOID OPERATIONS . Will flash TCIL. Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH (TCC) SOLENOIDS .
P1760 PCA PCA solenoid intermittent short to ground or power Voltage through PCA solenoid is checked. An error will be noted if tolerance is exceeded. Third gear only in the OD detent. No converter engagement and SS1 is OFF in Reverse. For a short to ground, circuit causes minimum PCA pressure (minimum capacity) and limits engine torque (alternate firm). Slips in gear and third gear incorrect. Will flash TCIL. Open circuit causes maximum PCA pressure, harsh engagements and shifts. Will flash TCIL. Go To PINPOINT TEST D: ELECTRONIC PRESSURE CONTROL (EPC) SOLENOID .
(1) May also be generated by some other non-electric transmission hardware system.

(2) Output circuit check, generated only by electrical symptoms.