DTC P0970
DTC P0970: Pressure Control Solenoid "C" Control Circuit Low
General Description
The CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve controls and optimizes clutch pressure (hydraulic pressure) for various driving conditions. The CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve is controlled by duty cycle output. The spool in the CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve moves the valve according to the current, and produces hydraulic pressure in proportion to the current. The powertrain control module (PCM) measures the current that passes through the CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve and uses feedback control to compensate for the difference between the measured current and the commanded one. If the measured current is not equal to the duty cycle command, the PCM detects a malfunction (open, short to ground) and stores a DTC.
Monitor Execution, Sequence, Duration, DTC Type, OBD Status
| Execution | Continuous |
| Sequence | None |
| Duration | 1 second or more |
| DTC Type | One drive cycle, MIL on, A/T gear position indicator blinks |
| OBD Status | PASSED/FAILED/NOT COMPLETED (STILL TESTING) |
Enable Conditions
| Condition | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 12 volt battery voltage [Battery Voltage] | 10.0 V | - |
| No active DTCs set (prevents monitor from running) | P0716, P0717, P0746, P0777, P0780, P0792, P0793, P0796, P0962, P0963, P0966, P0967, P0971, P1898, P1899 | |
[ ]: HDS Parameter
Malfunction Threshold
The measured current for the PCM's command value is as specified here for at least 1 second.
| Duty (%) | Current (A) | Failure mode |
|---|---|---|
| 56.5 - 90.2 | Less than 0.19 | Low Input |
| More than 90.2 | Less than 0.27 | Low Input |
Possible Cause
NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
- CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve CPCLS line open (includes connector loose connection or disconnection)
- CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve CPCLS line short to ground
- CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve internal circuit open
- CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve internal circuit short
- PCM internal circuit failure
Confirmation Procedure
Operating Condition
Start the engine, and wait for at least 1 second.
With the HDS
None.
Diagnosis Details
Conditions for setting the DTC
When a malfunction is detected, the MIL comes on and a Pending DTC, a Confirmed DTC, and the freeze data are stored in the PCM memory.
Conditions for clearing the DTC
The MIL is cleared if the malfunction does not return in three consecutive trips in which the diagnostic runs. The MIL, the Pending DTC, the Confirmed DTC, and the freeze data can be cleared with the scan tool Clear command or by disconnecting the 12 volt battery.