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Automatic Transmission Diagnosis DTCS

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE(DTC) LIST

DTC Component Description Condition Symptom Perform Test
P1702 Digital TR Intermittent DTC codes P0705 or P0708 Refer to DTC codes P0705 or P0708 condition. Refer to DTC codes P0705 or P0708 symptom. Go To PINPOINT TEST C: DIGITAL TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR) SENSOR .
P1704 Digital TR Digital TR circuit reading in between gear position 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. 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 trans stuck in D or manual 2. Go To PINPOINT TEST C: DIGITAL TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR) SENSOR .
P0708 Digital TR 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 .
P1705 Digital TR sensor Digital TR self test was not carried out in PARK or NEUTRAL Vehicle not in PARK or NEUTRAL during onboard diagnostic. Rerun on-board diagnostic in PARK or NEUTRAL. Go To PINPOINT TEST C: DIGITAL TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR) SENSOR .
P0712 TFT, wiring, PCM 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 .
P0713 TFT, wiring, PCM -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 .
P1711 TFT TFT out of onboard diagnostic range Transmission not at operating temperature during on-board diagnostic. Warm vehicle to normal operating temperature. Go To PINPOINT TEST B: TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE (TFT) SENSOR .
P1713 TFT wiring PCM TFT continually reading cold TFT sensor in range low failure. Firm shift feel. Substitute ECT for TFT Go To PINPOINT TEST B: TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE (TFT) SENSOR .
P1718 TFT, wiring, PCM TFT continually reading hot TFT sensor in range high failure. Firm shift feel. Substitute ECT for TFT Go To PINPOINT TEST B: TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE (TFT) SENSOR .
P1783 TFT Transmission over temperature condition indicated Transmission fluid temperature exceeded 127°C (270°F). Increase in EPC pressure. Go To PINPOINT TEST B: TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE (TFT) SENSOR .
P0720 OSS Insufficient input from output shaft speed sensor PCM detected a loss of OSS signal during operation. Harsh shifts, abnormal shift schedule, no torque converter clutch activation. Go To PINPOINT TEST E: OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED (OSS) SENSORS .
P0721 OSS OSS sensor signal noisy PCM has detected an erratic OSS signal. Harsh shifts, abnormal shift schedule, no torque converter clutch engagement. Go To PINPOINT TEST E: OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED (OSS) SENSORS .
P0722 OSS wiring Insufficient input from OSS PCM has detected a loss of OSS signal. Harsh shifts, abnormal shift schedule, no torque converter clutch engagement. Go To PINPOINT TEST E: OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED (OSS) SENSORS .
P0741.Output circuit check, generated only by electrical symptoms TCC, internal components TCC slippage detected The PCM picked up an excessive amount of slippage during normal vehicle operation. TCC slippage/erratic or no torque converter clutch operation. Flashing Transmission Control Indicator Lamp (TCIL). GO to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM .
P0743.May also be generated by some other non-electric transmission hardware system TCC, wiring, PCM 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 on-board diagnostic. Short circuit: engine stalls in second (OD, 2 range) at low idle speeds with brake applied. Open circuit: torque converter clutch never engages. May flash TCIL. Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOIDS .
P1746.Output circuit check, generated only by electrical symptoms
P0960
EPC, wiring, PCM EPC solenoid open circuit Voltage through EPC solenoid is checked. An error will be noted if tolerance is exceeded. Open circuit causes maximum EPC pressure, harsh engagements and shifts. Go To PINPOINT TEST D: ELECTRICAL PRESSURE CONTROL (EPC) SOLENOID .
P1747.Output circuit check, generated only by electrical symptoms
P0962
EPC, wiring, PCM EPC solenoid circuit failure, shorted circuit or output driver 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 (alternate firm). Go To PINPOINT TEST D: ELECTRICAL PRESSURE CONTROL (EPC) SOLENOID .
P0963 EPC solenoid EPC solenoid short to power (Vbat) circuit failure Voltage through EPC solenoid is checked. An error will be noted if tolerance is exceeded. Maximum EPC pressure, harsh engagements and shifts. Go To PINPOINT TEST D: ELECTRICAL PRESSURE CONTROL (EPC) SOLENOID .
P0748.May also be generated by some other non-electric transmission hardware system EPC solenoid EPC solenoid circuit failure Voltage through EPC solenoid is checked. An error will be noted if tolerance is exceeded. Short circuit results in minimum EPC pressure (minimum capacity) and limits engine torque (alternate firm). Not all gear present. Open circuit: maximum PC A pressure, harsh engagements and shifts. Go To PINPOINT TEST D: ELECTRICAL PRESSURE CONTROL (EPC) SOLENOID .
P1760 EPC, wiring, PCM EPC solenoid circuit failure, shorted circuit or output driver PCM detected a loss of EPC during operation. Unexpected reduction in engine torque. Go To PINPOINT TEST D: ELECTRICAL PRESSURE CONTROL (EPC) SOLENOID .
P0731 SSA, SSB, 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). Engine rpm could be higher or lower than expected. Use the Solenoid Operation Chart, refer to SOLENOID OPERATION CHART . Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOIDS .
P0732 SSA, SSB, 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). Engine rpm could be higher or lower than expected. Use the Solenoid Operation Chart, refer to SOLENOID OPERATION CHART . Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOIDS .
P0733 SSA, SSB, 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). Engine rpm could be higher or lower than expected. Use the Solenoid Operation Chart, refer to SOLENOID OPERATION CHART . Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOIDS .
P0734 SSA, SSB, 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). Engine rpm could be higher or lower than expected. Use the Solenoid Operation Chart, refer to SOLENOID OPERATION CHART . Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOIDS .
P0750.Output circuit check, generated only by electrical symptoms SSA, wiring, PCM 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 OPERATION CHART . Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOIDS .
P0753 SSA, wiring, PCM SSA electrical circuit failure SSA circuit fails to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or shorted or PCM driver failure during onboard diagnostic. Incorrect gear depending on condition mode and manual lever position. See SOLENOID OPERATION CHART . Flashing Transmission Control Indicator Lamp (TCIL). Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOIDS .
P0781.May also be generated by some other non-electric transmission hardware system SSA or internal parts 1-2 shift error Engine rpm drop not detected when 1-2 shift was commanded by PCM. 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 SOLENOID OPERATION CHART . Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOIDS .
P1714 SSA, internal components 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 .
P0755.Output circuit check, generated only by electrical symptoms SSB, wiring, PCM 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 OPERATION CHART . Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOIDS .
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 .
P0758 SSB, wiring, PCM SSB electrical circuit failure SSB circuit fails to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or shorted or PCM driver failure during onboard diagnostic. Incorrect gear depending on condition mode and manual lever position. See SOLENOID OPERATION CHART . Flashing Transmission Control Indicator Lamp (TCIL). Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOIDS .
P0782.May also be generated by some other non-electric transmission hardware system SSA, SSB or internal parts 2-3 shift error Engine rpm drop not detected when 2-3 shift was commanded by PCM. 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 SOLENOID OPERATION CHART . Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOIDS .
P0783.May also be generated by some other non-electric transmission hardware system SSA, SSB or internal parts 3-4 shift error Engine rpm drop not detected when 3-4 shift was commanded by PCM. 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 SOLENOID OPERATION CHART . Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOIDS .
P0740 TCC, wiring, PCM TCC electrical circuit failure TCC circuit fails to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or shorted or PCM driver failed during onboard diagnostic. Short circuit: engine stalls in second (OD, 2 range) at low idle speeds with brake applied. Open circuit: torque converter clutch never engages. Flashing Transmission Control Indicator Lamp (TCIL). Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH 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 .
P1741.May also be generated by some other non-electric transmission hardware system TCC, internal components Excessive torque converter clutch engagement error Excessive variations in slip (engine speed surge) across the torque converter clutch. Engine rpm oscillation is present in 3rd gear. Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOIDS .
P1742 TCC, internal components TCC solenoid failed ON TCC solenoid has failed on by electric, mechanical or hydraulic concern. Harsh shifts. Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOIDS .
P1743 TCC, internal components TCC solenoid failed ON TCC solenoid has failed ON by electric, mechanical or hydraulic concern. Harsh shifts. Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOIDS .
P1744 TCC TCC The PCM picked up an excessive amount of TCC slippage during normal vehicle operation. TCC slippage/erratic or no torque converter clutch operation. GO to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM .
P1728 Trans Transmission slip error Excessive slip detected. Transmission slippage, erratic or no torque converter operation. GO to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM .