Theory of Operation
The 3-4 Solenoid is used the engage the gear change from 3rd gear to 4th gear.
The solenoids used in transmission applications are attached to valves which can be classified as normally open or
normally closed. The normally open solenoid valve is defined as a valve which allows hydraulic flow when no cur-
rent or voltage is applied to the solenoid. The normally closed solenoid valve is defined as a valve which does not
allow hydraulic flow when no current or voltage is applied to the solenoid.These valves perform hydraulic control
functions for the transmission and must therefore be durable and tolerantof dirt particles. For these reasons, the
valves have hardened steel poppets and ball valves. The solenoids operatethe valves directly, which means that
the solenoids must have very high outputs to close the valves against the sizable flow areas and line pressures
found in current transmissions. Fastresponse time is also necessary to ensure accurate control.
When Monitored:
Continuously with ignition on.
Set Condition:
This code will set if the voltage detected on the 3-4 Shift Solenoid Controlcircuit at the ECM is different then
the expected voltage. Note: To clear this DTC it is necessary to drive the vehicle at a sustained speed which
would allow the TCC and/or Overdrive Clutch to operate
Possible Causes
TRANSMISSION CONTROL DTC PRESENT
(T9) 3-4 SOLENOID CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORT TO VOLTAGE
(T9) 3-4 SOLENOID CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORT TO ANOTHER CIRCUIT
3-4 SOLENOID
ENGINE CONTROL MODULE
Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMIS-
SION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 48RE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
Diagnostic Test
1.CHECK IF ANY TRANSMISSION CONTROL DTCS ARE PRESENT
Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, read Engine DTCs.
Are there any Transmission Control DTC’s present?
Ye s>>
Refer to the Transmission category, (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 48RE
- DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING) and perform the appropriate symptom(s).
No>>
Go To 2
2.CHECK IF THE DTC IS CURRENT
Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, read Engine DTCs.
Record the Freeze Frame data for the reported DTC.
With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Using the Freeze Frame data recorded earlier, try to duplicate the conditions in which the DTC originally set.
NOTE: It may be necessary to road test the vehicle to duplicate the originalset conditions.
With the scan tool, read Engine DTCs.
Did the DTC reset?
Ye s>>
Go To 3
No>>
Go To 7
P1740-TCC O/D SOL PERFORMANCE (DIESEL)
For a complete wiring diagramRefer to Section 8W
Theory of Operation
The Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Solenoid is used to engage the TCC which improves fuel economy.
When Monitored:
The Torque Convertor Clutch (TCC) and Overdrive Clutch (O/D) will be tested each time the ECM requests
TCC engagement in 3rd gear and O/D.
Set Condition:
The DTC will set if the expected RPM drop is not achieved while attempting toengage TCC or O/D. This
indicates a malfunctioning torqueconvertor or overdrive clutch.
Possible Causes
ENGINE DTCS PRESENT
TRANSMISSION DTCS PRESENT
TRANSMISSION TEMPERATURE TOO COLD
OIL PAN CONTAINS EXCESSIVE DEBRIS
3-4 SHIFT SOLENOID
SHAFT OR SEAL DAMAGE
TCC SOLENOID
TORQUE CONVERTER
Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMIS-
SION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 48RE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
Diagnostic Test
1.ENGINE DTCS PRESENT
Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, read Engine DTCs.
Are there any Engine Temperature, Cam, Engine RPM, Misfire, P/N, or TPS DTC’s present?
Ye s>>
Refer to 9 - ENGINE ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSTICS - DIESEL and perform the appropriate symptom.
No>>
Go To 2
2.CHECK FOR OTHER TRANSMISSION DTCS PRESENT
Are any of the DTCs P0720, P0973, P0974, P2769, and/or P2770, also present?
Ye s>>
Refer to the Transmission category, and perform the appropriate symptom(s).
No>>
Go To 3
7.GOVERNOR PRESSURE SYSTEM TEST
Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Connect a 0 to 2068 Kpa or 0 to 300 psi pressure gauge to the Overdrive Clutch Test Port.
Connect a 0 to 2068 Kpa or 0 to 300 psi pressure gauge to the Governor Test Port.
Start the engine.
NOTE: Allow the transmission temperature to rise to normal operating temperature.
While observing both pressure gauges, select 4th Gear from Gov and 3-4 System Test.
NOTE: The Governor pressure should rise to above 137.8 Kpa or 20 psi, shortly after the OD pressure
should rise above 275.7 Kpa or 40 psi.
Did the pressures act as described?
Ye s>>
Go To 8
No>>
Go To 9
8.CHECK IF THE OIL PAN CONTAINS EXCESSIVE DEBRIS
Remove the transmission oil pan per the Service information.
Is the transmission fluid burnt or does the transmission oil pan contain excessive debris?
Ye s>>
Repair internal transmission as necessary. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC -
48RE - REMOVAL)
Perform RE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST VER - 1 (DIESEL). (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES/TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE - DIAGNOSIS ANDTEST-
ING)
No>>
Go To 10
9.CHECK THE 3-4 SHIFT SOLENOID
Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Replace the 3-4 Solenoid per the Service information. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC -
4 8 R E / VA LV E B O D Y - R E M O VA L )
Connect a 0 to 2068 Kpa or 0 to 300 psi pressure gauge to the Overdrive Clutch Test Port.
Connect a 0 to 2068 Kpa or 0 to 300 psi pressure gauge to the Governor Test Port.
Start the engine.
NOTE: Allow the transmission temperature to rise to normal operating temperature.
While observing both pressure gauges, select 4th gear from the Governor 3-4 shift valve system test.
NOTE: The Governor pressure should rise above 137.8 Kpa or 20 psi, shortly after the OD pressure should
riseabove275.7Kpaor40psi.
Did the pressures act as described?
Ye s>>
Te s t C o m p l e t e .
No>>
Overhaul the transmission per the Service information. Carefully inspect the seals and clutches related
to the OD Clutch. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 48RE -REMOVAL)
Perform RE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST VER - 1 (DIESEL). (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/
TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 48RE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
10.TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH
Turn the ignition on.
With the scan tool, perform the Torque Converter Clutch test.
Did the engine stall?
Ye s>>
Go To 11
No>>
Go To 13
11 .GOVERNOR 3-4 SHIFT VALVE
Start the engine.
Perform the Governor and 3-4 Shift Valve System Test, select 4th gear.
Did the engine stall?
Ye s>>
Go To 12
No>>
Go To 13
12.TCC SOLENOID
Replace the TCC Solenoid. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 48RE/VALVE BODY -
REMOVAL)
With the scan tool, perform the Governor and 3-4 Solenoid test, select 4th gear.
Did the engine stall?
Ye s>>
Repair internal transmission as necessary. Check for blocked passages. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMIS-
SION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 48RE - REMOVAL)
Perform RE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST VER - 1 (DIESEL). (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/
TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 48RE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
No>>
Te s t C o m p l e t e .
Perform RE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST VER - 1 (DIESEL). (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/
TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 48RE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
13.SHAFT OR SEAL DAMAGE
Remove the Transmission Oil Pump per the Service information. (Refer to 21- TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AU-
TOMATIC - 48RE/OIL PUMP - DISASSEMBLY)
Inspect the Reaction shaft, Input Shaft and Input seal.
Are any of the parts damaged or worn?
Ye s>>
Repair as necessary, also replace the Torque Converter.
Perform RE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST VER - 1 (DIESEL). (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/
TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 48RE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
No>>
Replace the Torque Converter. NOTE: Inspect the Reaction Shaft, Input Shaft and Input Seal. Replace
as necessary if any of the parts are damaged or worn.
Perform RE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST VER - 1 (DIESEL). (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/
TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 48RE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
Theory of Operation
The Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) solenoid is used to engage the TCC which improves fuel economy.
When Monitored:
Continuously with the ignition on.
Set Condition:
This DTC will set if the voltage detected by the ECM for the Torque ConverterClutch SolenoidControl circuit
is different than the expected voltage. Note: To clear this DTC it is necessarytodrivethevehicleatasus-
tained speed which would allow the TCC and/or Overdrive Clutch to operate.
Possible Causes
TRANSMISSION CONTROL DTCS PRESENT
(T16) TRANSMISSION CONTROL OUTPUT CIRCUIT OPEN
(T16) TRANSMISSION CONTROL OUTPUT CIRCUIT SHORT TO GROUND
(T75) TCC SOLENOID CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORT TO GROUND
(T75) TCC SOLENOID CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORT TO OTHER CIRCUITS
TOTALLY INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (TIPM)
TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID
ENGINE CONTROL MODULE
Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMIS-
SION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 48RE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
Diagnostic Test
1.CHECK IF THERE ANY TRANSMISSION CONTROL OR TIPM DTCS PRESENT
Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, read Engine DTCs.
Are there any Transmission Control or TIPM DTCs also present?
Ye s>>
Refer to the Transmission category and perform the appropriate symptom(s). (Refer to 21 - TRANS-
MISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 48RE - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)
No>>
Go To 2
2.CHECK IF THE DTC IS CURRENT
With the scan tool, read Engine DTCs.
Record the Freeze Frame data for the reported DTC.
With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Using the Freeze Frame data recorded earlier, try to duplicate the conditions in which the DTC originally set.
NOTE: It may be necessary to road test the vehicle to duplicate the originalset conditions.
With the scan tool, read Engine DTCs.
Did the DTC reset?
Ye s>>
Go To 3
No>>
Go To 12
3.CHECK THE (T16) TRANSMISSION CONTROL RELAY OUTPUT CIRCUIT
Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, actuate the Transmission Control Output in the
ECM.
Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, back probe the (T16)
Transmission Control Output circuit at the TIPM C10 harness connector.
NOTE: The test light must illuminate brightly. Compare the bright-
ness to that of a direct connection to the battery.
Does the test light cycle on and off and illuminate brightly?
Ye s>>
Go To 4
No>>
Go To 9
4.CHECK THE (T16) TRANSMISSION CONTROL RELAY OUTPUT CIRCUIT
Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, actuate the Transmission Control Output in the
ECM.
Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, back probe the (T16)
Transmission Control Output circuit at the Transmission Solenoid
Assembly harness connector.
NOTE: The test light must illuminate brightly. Compare the bright-
ness to that of a direct connection to the battery.
Does the test light cycle on and off and illuminate brightly?
Ye s>>
Go To 5
No>>
Repair the (T16) Transmission Control Output Circuit for an
open.
Perform RE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST VER -
1 (DIESEL). (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/
AUTOMATIC - 48RE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
5.CHECK THE (T75) TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID CIRCUIT
Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Disconnect the Transmission Solenoid Assembly harness connector.
Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, actuate the TCC Solenoid.
Using a 12-volt test light connected to 12-volts, check the (T75) TCC
Solenoid Control circuit in the Transmission Solenoid Assembly harness
connector.
NOTE: The test light must illuminate brightly. Compare the bright-
ness to that of a direct connection to the battery.
Does the test light cycle on and off and illuminate brightly?
Ye s>>
Check all internal wiring pertaining to the (T75) TCC Sole-
noid for an open, short, and bent or broken terminals. If no
internal wiring problems are found, replace the Transmis-
sion Solenoid Assembly per the Service Information. (Refer
Theory of Operation
The Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Solenoid is used to engage the TCC which improves fuel economy. The Over-
drive Solenoid is used to engage the gear change from third to the Overdrive.
When Monitored:
Continuously with the ignition on.
Set Condition:
This DTC will set if the voltage detected on the Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Control circuit at the ECM
is different than the expected voltage. Note: To clear this DTC it is necessarytodrivethevehicleatasus-
tained speed which would allow the TCC and/or Overdrive Clutch to operate
Possible Causes
TRANSMISSION CONTROL DTC PRESENT
(T75) TCC SOLENOID CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORT TO VOLTAGE
(T75) TCC SOLENOID CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORT TO ANOTHER CIRCUIT
TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID
ENGINE CONTROL MODULE
Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMIS-
SION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 48RE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
Diagnostic Test
1.CHECK FOR ANY TRANSMISSION CONTROL OR TIPM DTCS
Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, read Engine DTCs.
Are there any Transmission Control or TIPM DTCs present?
Ye s>>
Refer to the Transmission category and perform the appropriate symptom(s).
No>>
Go To 2
2.CHECK IF THE DTC IS CURRENT
With the scan tool, read Engine DTCs.
Record the Freeze Frame data for the reported DTC.
With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Using the Freeze Frame data recorded earlier, try to duplicate the conditions in which the DTC originally set.
NOTE: It may be necessary to road test the vehicle to duplicate the originalset conditions.
With the scan tool, read Engine DTCs.
Did the DTC reset?
Ye s>>
Go To 3
No>>
Go To 7
3.CHECK THE (T75) TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID CONTROL CIRCUIT
Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Disconnect the Transmission Solenoid Assembly harness connector.
Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, actuate the TCC Solenoid.
Using a 12-volt test light connected to 12-volts, check the (T75) TCC
Solenoid Control circuit in the Transmission Solenoid Assembly harness
connector.
NOTE: The test light must illuminate brightly. Compare the bright-
ness to that of a direct connection to the battery.
Does the test light cycle on and off and illuminate brightly?
Ye s>>
Check all internal wiring pertaining to the TCC Solenoid for
an open, short, and bent or broken terminals. If no internal
wiring problems are found, replace the Transmission Sole-
noid Assembly per the Service Information. (Refer to 21 -
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 48RE/VALVE
BODY - REMOVAL)
Perform RE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST VER - 1 (DIESEL). (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/
TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 48RE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
No>>
Go To 4
4.CHECK THE (T75) TCC SOLENOID CONTROL CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE
Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Disconnect the ECM harness connectors.
Ignition on, engine not running.
Measure the voltage of the (T75) TCC Solenoid Control circuit.
Is the voltage above 0.5 volts?
Ye s>>
Repair the (T75) TCC Solenoid Control circuit for a short to
voltage.
Perform RE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST VER -
1 (DIESEL). (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/
AUTOMATIC - 48RE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
No>>
Go To 5