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8.1.1 ZF 4HP 24 E TRANSMISSION,  SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 
The electronic  transmission  system fitted to normally  aspirated  4.0 liter  vehicles comprises the  following components: 
0 ZF 4HP 24 E Automatic  Transmission 
0 Rotary selector  switch 
0 Electronic Transmission  Control Module 
0 Decoder Module 
0 Performance  Mode Switch 
0 Kickdown Switch 
0 Gear Selection Illumination Module 
System  control is effected  by the transmission control module  (TCM), located  behind the  passenger side fascia,  which 
continuously monitors  requests made by the drivervia the  gearselector, throttle pedal etc. This  data  is used 
inconiunc- tion with  the speed  input from the transmission  and inputs  from the engine management  system, to calculate  optimum 
shift points  and control parametersfor shift  pressure and ignition  retardation  to enhance  shift quality and  reduce trans- 
mission  unit wear. 
TheTCM is also able  to detect  faults within  the system and  store the relevant fault codes  for interrogation  with diagnos- 
tic equipment. 
Gear  shifts  are controlled  by three solenoid  valves, and 
a pressure  control regulator,  located on the  valve block  within 
the transmission  unit assembly.  If a serious fault occurs,  the TCM  removes all electrical power  from these  valves and 
the transmission  system reverts to a mechanical default condition.  This condition allows only  mechanical selection 
of  reverse and  one forward  gear, either  third or fourth, depending on prevailing conditions  at the  time  of the  default. 
The decoder  module receives  inputs from the rotary switch  and decodes these  to drive  one of six possible outputs, 
illuminating  the correct  gear indicator on  the gear  selector  illumination  module. 
The  performance  mode switch and kick
-down  switch  are used  to adjust  transmission operation  as required by the 
driver.  Performance mode  selection,  made via a switch mounted on the  gear selector mechanism surround,  can  be 
either  NORMAL,  for everyday  use, or SPORT,  for enhanced  performance.  Kick
-down is activated by a switch mounted 
below the  accelerator pedal and  is used  to initiate a downward  gear change,  increasing torque and acceleration. 
8.1.2 COMPONENT DESCRlPTIONS 
Transmission  Unit 
The ZF 4HP  24 E automatic transmission unit  houses the three  solenoid  valves which control  gear shifts.  A pressure 
control  valve is  also located  on the solenoid valve  block. These four valves  initiate  and control shift  patterns within 
the transmission  unit by regulating  fluid flow. 
Rotary Selector  Switch 
The seven position rotary  gear selector  switch is mounted  on the  LH side  of the transmission  unit and indicates  gear 
selection  to the  TCM  and decoder  module. 
Transmission  Control Module 
The electronic  transmission control module  regulates gear changes  by controlling the operation of the transmission 
unit solenoid  valves, and monitoring  the state  of other  vehicle systems  which have an effect on  torque demand,  vehicle 
speed  etc. The module  also interfaces  with the engine management  system, climate control  system, body processor 
unit  and ABS 
I traction control  system. 
Connections  from the TCM  are listed on the  following page. 
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8.1.4 FA U1 T DIAGNOSIS 
Transmission  Control System Electrical - P 0702 (Fig. 1) 
This fault  code  is associated  with the internal relay of the  Transmission Control Module, (TCM). This relay  provides a 
means  of isolating the  electro-mechanical, controlling, solenoids from the supply,  allowing the transmission  to revert 
to a mechanical  default condition. 
The  relay and  associated  circuitry is tested once during initialization  and whenever 
a hardware reset occurs. When  the 
ignition  is first  switched on the  TCM carries  out an initialization routine. During  this routine the  processor drives the 
relay 
ON then  tests  for the  supply voltage  on the output via a feedback  path. If the supply voltage  is not  seen  within 
a  specific  time then 
a fault  is flagged  and the TCM  will run in default mode  and this fault  code  will be stored. 
A set  time  after the relay is turned  on, it is turned off and  the processor  then tests  for the supply  again. If it is still  present, 
then the  TCM will run in default mode and this fault  code will be stored. 
U: The  ignition  supply voltage  must be greater  than 8V for a fault code  to be  stored. If this  fault is permanently 
flagged,  the TCM  should  be replaced  taking care to obtain the correctly programmed variant. 
Possible causes: 
Faulty  TCM internal  relay. 
Effects: 
. MIL illuminated. 
. Transmission  warning lamp illuminated. 
. Maximum fluid pressure  applied. 
Limp home mode  applied. 
. RenewTCM. 
Remedy: 
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TORQUE REDUCTION  SIGNAL - P 1780 
The diagnostic  for this signal is  based entirely on  feedback from the ECM. If the torque reduction  request is active  for 
greater  than 2 seconds,  the ECM  starts  the torque reduction fault timeout (IO seconds). If the signal returns  to the 
standby  condition  within this time,  the timeout  is reset. If the timeout  matures then the  ECM stores a fault code and 
transmits  93% on the torque signal line  and also lights the MIL  where necessary. 
The  ECM  will also initiate the torque reduction fault timeout 
if the signal  line is permanently high or  low for greater 
than 125ms. The  conditions  for resetting the timeout  and the actions  if the timeout  matures are the  same  as previously 
described  above. When the  TCM receives  the correct  indication on the torque signal  line, this fault  code  will be stored 
and 
a substitute function  will be adopted  and the warning  lamp will be illuminated.  The engine management  will send 
normal torque signal when the torque reduction signal returns  to standby or when the  ignition is reset. 
This torque reduction signal is  used during  gearshifts  to conveythe  actual amount  of retard  to be  applied  to the  ignition 
advance angle 
afterthe other  trims.  The signal idles at 17%  (or 12% if theTCM wishes  to drive the MIL  on), and changes 
to  20% at the  start  of a gearshift. This represents 0" retard. When  an amount of retard  is required, the PWM  will increase 
to  the  desired  value (between  20% and 90%)  and return  to 20%  and then  to idle  state at the end  of the  shift. 
TCM 
PI HARNESS  ECM 
CC007/032 P1063/008 P1105/026 
TORQUE SIGNAL MALFUNCTION - P 1781 
The torque signal  is a PWM signal  from the ECM  to the  TCM  which  conveys  information  about the actual  torque  devel- oped by the engine  in the range 0 to 510Nm. The  base  frequency is 91Hz and the  signal which is  active low should  be 
within  the range  10% to 90%  modulation.  The torque signal is monitored continuously during initialization  and oper
- ation.  If  the frequency  of the  signal is  incorrect or  the signal is out of  range, then this fault  code will be flagged.  The 
TCM  will adopt a substitute function  and the warning lamp  will be illuminated.  This fault  code  will only  be flagged if the  engine  speed is above 448 rpm. 
TCM 
PI HARNESS  ECM 
CC007/02 1 P1063/007 PI 105/033 
Possible causes: 
. Faulty harness wiring I connector. 
. Faulty signal from ECM. 
Effects: 
. Transmission  warning lamp illuminated. 
Substitute torque  signal adopted by TCM. 
. =Normal mode only  available. 
. No kickdown  facility. 
. Maximum  fluid pressure applied. 
Remedy: 
. Repair  or renew  harness / connector. 
Examine  ECM fault  diagnosis  (refer to EDM,  section  5.1). 
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SPORT MODE INDICATOR - P 1792 
The sport  mode  lamp is located  in the  instrument  pack. The input  is 'pulled  up' to nominal  battery voltage (+12V) and 
is  supplied  by an  ignition  switch feed. The  TCM drives the signal  to ground  to turn  the lamp  on.  The  diagnostic runs 
on the  sport mode indicator  output continuously  during initialization  and operation. The 
checkcan detect an open cir- cuit, a short  circuit to battery and short  circuit to ground, although  the diagnostic cannot  distinguish between an open 
circuit  and a short  to ground. 
TCM 
(CC007) BULKHEAD  HARNESS (FC007) INSTRUMENT  PACK (FCOO9) 
PIN 49 - SPORT  PIN 14 
PIN 14 
Possible causes: 
. Faulty  wiring  harness I connectors. 
. Faulty indicator lamp. 
Faulty instrument  pack. 
Effects: 
. No illumination of indicator lamp on instrument  pack. 
. Permanent illumination  of indicator  lamp on instrument  pack. 
Remedy: 
. Repair or renew  harness 1 wiring. 
. Renew  indicator lamp. 
0 . Examine  instrument  pack fault  diagnosis (refer  to EDM,  Section  15). 
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Automatic Transmission (V12) Powertrain 
8.2.1 POWERTRAIN 
41-80-E TRANSMISSION,  SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 
The electronic  transmission system  fitted to 6.0 liter and  4.0 liter super-charged  vehicles  comprises  the following  com- ponents: 
0 Hydra-matic 4L-80-E Automatic  Transmission 
0 Electronic Transmission  Control Module 
0 Performance  Mode Switch 
0 Kickdown  Switch 
0 Gear Selection  Module (illuminated) 
System  control is effected  by the transmission  control module 
(TCM), located  behind the passenger  side fascia, which continuously  monitors requests made bythe driver via the  gearselector,  throttle pedal etc. This  data  is used inconjunc- tion with the  speed input from  the transmission  and inputs from the engine management  system, to calculate  optimum 
shift points  and control  parametersfor shift  pressure and ignition  retardation  to enhance  shift quality and  reduce trans- mission unit wear. 
TheTCM is also able  to detect  faults within the  system and store  the relevant  fault codes  for interrogation  with diagnos- tic equipment. 
Gear  shifts  are controlled 
by three solenoid  valves, and a pressure  control regulator,  located on the  valve block  within 
the  transmission  unit assembly. If a serious  fault occurs,  the TCM  removes all  electrical power from these valves  and 
the  transmission system  reverts to a mechanical  default condition.  This  condition allows only mechanical selection 
of  reverse  and one  forward gear, either 
third or fourth,  depending  on prevailing conditions  at the time  of the default. 
The  performance  mode switch  and kick
-down  switch  are used  to adjust transmission operation  as required  by the 
driver.  Performance  mode selection,  made via a switch mounted  on the  selector  switch surround, can  be either  NOR- MAL, for everyday  use, or SPORT,  for enhanced performance.  Kick-down  is activated  by a switch mounted  below the 
accelerator pedal  and is used to initiate  a downward  gear change,  increasing  torque and acceleration. 
8.2.2  COMPONENT  DESCRIPTIONS 
Transmission  Unit 
The powertrain  4L-80-E transmission  unit houses  the two  solenoid  valves which control  gear shifts. A pressure  control 
valve is  also located  on the  solenoid valve  block. These three valves  initiate  and control  shift patterns  within the  trans- mission unit by regulating  fluid flow. 
Performance  Mode Switch 
The two  position  performance  mode switch allows  selection of 'sport'  or 'normal'  mode as required  by the  driver.  The 
switch input to TCM  causes a  gear shift pattern change so that gear  shifts  take place at  higher engine  revs, enhancing 
performance,  when in 'sport'  mode.  For everyday  use, 'normal'  mode utilises  a shift pattern  for optimum  driver com- fort. 
Kickdown  Switch 
The 'kick-down'  facility  is activated  when full downward  travel of the  accelerator  pedal occurs. 
Activation  of the switch  provides a signal  to TCM  indicating  that greater  acceleration,  and hence  downward  gear shifts 
are  required.  Switch height is adjustable 
so that kick-down  can be achieved  at a pre-determined  throttle opening. 
Gear Selection Illumination Module 
This module  is located above  the gear  selector  mechanism  and its sole purpose is  to display  the selected gear (in red) 
on  receipt  of a signal  from the decoder  module. 
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Traction control inpuit 23 Kickdown switch 24 Brake switch 25 
Transmission  temperature 26 Engine speed 30 Vehicle speed  output 34 Transmission output speed 36 
Transmission  input speed 37 Shift solenoid A 39 Transmission  malfunction  lamp 40 Sport  mode lamp 41 
Torque converter clutch 42 Shift solenoid B 43 Force motor low 49 Transmission  input speed GND 50 .ransmission output  spped GND 51 Force motor  high 52 
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Engine Speed 
The engine  speed is provided by  an open collector  signal supplied  from the engine  management  control module 
(ECM). 
Throttle Position 
This signal,  from the ECM,  performs the  following two functions: 
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Engine  Torque  (and warm-up) 
This signal,  from the ECM,  performs the  following three functions: 
1.  During  cranking  to convey  the completion  of an  engine warm
-up  cycle  to TCM. 
2. To  convey engine  torque information,  under normal running  conditions, to TCM. 
3. To  convey engine  torque fault signals to TCM. 
Engine ‘warm
-up’  cycle commences  from ignition ON until 500ms after the engine  exceeds 400rpm. After this time 
delay  either  an engine torque,  or torque  fault signal  will be transmitted. 
Transmission Input Speed 
The  transmission  input speed sensor  is mounted  within the transmission housing  and produces a variable frequency 
signal,  directly  proportional  to forward  clutch housing rotational  speed which  is transmitted  to the  TCM.  Sensor resis- tance equals 1.25kQ f 0.25. 
Transmission  Output Speed 
The transmission  output speed sensor is mounted  within the transmission housing  and produces a variable frequency 
signal,  directly  proportional  to the  rear carrier  rotational speed which  is transmitted  to the  TCM.  Sensor resistance 
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hake Application 
When a brake  application signal  is received, due  to brake  switch  operation,  the torque  convertor clutch  lock-up sole- noid  is de-energized,  releasing lock-up mode  if already  applied 
Transmission  Oil Temperature 
The  transmission oil temperature  sensor, located within the internal  harness,  monitors  oil temperature  and transmits a corresponding signal  to the  TCM. 
To convey  throttle position information  to the  TCM. 
To  indicate  fault conditions  between ECM and throttle  potentiometer. 
8.2.4.2 OUTPUTS 
Gear  Shift Solenoids 
The two  gear  shift solenoids, located  within the transmission  housing, determine  gear ratio  when  the selector  is in  any 
of the forward  gear positions. 
Force Motor 
The force  motor,  mounted within the transmission  housing acts as a transmission  torque fluid pressure regulator. 
Torque  Converter  Clutch (TCC) Solenoid 
The torque converter clutch  solenoid, mounted within the transmission  housing, provides a direct drive from the en- gine, via  the converter  clutch, to the driven  wheels, giving the  efficiency of a manual  gearbox.  The  solenoid also pro- vides a  ’ramp‘ apply and  release to engage / disengage  the clutch  gently. 
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Engine 
Torque  Reduction and  Malfunction Indication 
This signal,  to the  ECM,  has three modes  of operation. 
1. To  indicate  normal engine operation  to the  ECM. 
2. During  gearshifts,  to request  reduction  of engine  torque 
3. During fault  conditions, to inform  the ECM. 
During normal  operation 
theTCM outputs a constant  duty cycle  signal  to the  ECM.  The signal  is changed  when torque 
reduction  is required  to indicate  to the  ECM  the degree  of ignition  retardation  necessary.  If a fault  condition,  relating 
to  OBD 
II CARB  legislation,  occurs  the TCM will transmit  a signal  to the  ECM  relating  this event.  The ECM will only 
respond  to this  signal if its duration  is 100 milli-seconds or longer. 
If the  signal  from the torque reduction line  is either HIGH or LOW for 2 or  more  seconds  the EMS will recognise  that 
a  fault  may be present and  transmit this information  to the  TCM. 
If the  signal  from the torque  reduction line lasts  for 2 or more  seconds  the EMS will return  to normal  operation. 
Sport Mode  Indicator  Lamp 
The sport  mode  indicator  lamp, mounted  on the  instrument  panel, is illuminate when  sport mode  is selected  and the 
ignition  switch is ON. Sport mode  is selected  at a two  position switch  mounted to the  rear  of the  gear  selector  assembly. 
Gearbox Failure Warning  Lamp 
The gearbox failure  warning lamp, mounted on the  instrument panel, is illuminated  when afault is  detected bytheTCM within the transmission  electrical or mechanical systems. 
Vehicle  Speed (12 cylinder  vehicles only) 
This output  signal is  calculated  from the transmission  output speed and  supplied to the  ECM  as an  indication  of vehicle 
speed. 
8.2.5 DIAGNOSTIC  LINKS 
Diagnostic 
L line 
One of a  two  wire  interface used  to activate  stored diagnostic  codes for reading  by external  equipment. 
Diagnostic K  Line 
One of a two-wire interface  used to communicate  stored diagnostic  codes for reading  by external  diagnostic equip- ment. 
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