4.(T13) SPEED SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT SHORT TO VOLTAGE
With the scan tool in TIPM, actuate the TCM output.
Measure the voltage of the (T13) Speed Sensor Ground circuit.
Is the voltage above 0.5 volts?
Ye s>>
Repair the (T13) Speed Sensor Ground circuit for a short to
voltage.
Perform 45RFE/545RFE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION
TEST - VER 1. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANS-
AXLE/AUTOMATIC - 45RFE/545RFE - STANDARD PRO-
CEDURE)
No>>
Go To 5
5.(T52) INPUT SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL CIRCUIT OPEN
With the scan tool in TIPM, stop the actuation the TCM output.
Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Measure the resistance of the (T52) Input Speed Sensor Signal circuit
between the Input Speed Sensor harness connector and the appropri-
ate terminal of Miller tool #8815.
Is the resistance above 5.0 ohms?
Ye s>>
Repair the (T52) Input Speed Sensor Signal circuit for an
open.
Perform 45RFE/545RFE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION
TEST - VER 1. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANS-
AXLE/AUTOMATIC - 45RFE/545RFE - STANDARD PRO-
CEDURE)
No>>
Go To 6
When Monitored:
The transmission gear ratio is monitored continuously while the transmission is in gear.
Set Condition:
If there is an excessive change in output RPM in any gear. This DTC can take upto five minutes of problem
identification beforeilluminating the MIL.
Possible Causes
(T14) OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL CIRCUIT OPEN
(T13) SPEED SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT OPEN
(T14) OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORT TO GROUND
(T13) SPEED SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT SHORT TO GROUND
(T14) OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORT TO VOLTAGE
(T13) SPEED SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT SHORT TO VOLTAGE
OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE
Always perform the 45RFE/545RFE Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting Procedure before proceeding. (Refer to
21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 45RFE/545RFE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
Theory of Operation
The transmission system uses two speed sensors, one to measure input RPM and one to measure output RPM.
These inputs are essential for proper transmission operation. Therefore, the integrity of this data is verified through
the following checks:
1) When in gear, if the gear ratio does not compare to a known gear ratio, the corresponding in-gear trouble code
is set (codes P0731 through P0736).
2) An excessive change in input or output speeds indicating signal intermittent will result in codes P0715 and/or
P0720 being set.
3) If the common speed sensor ground circuit is lost, both sensor inputs will read the signal from the input speed
sensor at idle in neutral. Since the input speed sensor has 60 teeth and the output speed sensor has 30 teeth, this
results in a an apparent speed ratio of 1:2 and may cause the DTC P1794 to set.
Diagnostic Test
1.CHECK TO SEE IF DTC P0720 IS CURRENT
Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
CAUTION: Properly support the vehicle and raise all drive wheels off the ground.
Release the parking brake.
Start the engine in park.
Place the transmission gear selector in drive, release foot from brake.
WARNING: Be sure to keep hands and feet clear of rotation wheels.
With the scan tool, monitor the Output Speed Sensor RPM.
Is the Output Speed Sensor RPM below 100 RPM?
Ye s>>
Go To 2
No>>
Go To 9
2.OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR
Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Remove the Ignition Switch Feed fuse from the TIPM.
CAUTION: Removal of the Ignition Switch Feed fuse from the TIPM will prevent the vehicle from being
startedingear.
WARNING: The Ignition Switch Feed fuse must be removed from the TIPM. Failure to do so can result in
personal injury or death.
Install the Transmission Simulator, Miller tool #8333.
Ignition on, engine not running.
With the Transmission Simulator, set the selector switch to 3000/1000 andthe Input/Output switch to ON.
With the scan tool, monitor the Input and Output Speed Sensor RPM
Does the Input Speed read 3000 RPM and the Output Speed read 1000 RPM, ± 50 RPM?
Ye s>>
Replace the Output Speed Sensor per the Service Information.
Perform 45RFE/545RFE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. (Refer to 21- TRANSMIS-
SION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 45RFE/545RFE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
No>>
Go To 3
3.CHECK THE (T14) OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN
Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Disconnect the Transmission Simulator, Miller tool #8333.
Disconnect the PCM harness connectors and connect Miller special tool
#8815.
CAUTION: Do not probe the PCM harness connectors. Probing the
PCM harness connectors will damage the PCM terminals resulting
in poor terminal to pin connection. Install Miller special tool #8815
to perform diagnosis.
Measure the resistance of the (T14) Output Speed Sensor Signal circuit
from the Output Speed Sensor harness connector to the appropriate
terminal of Miller tool #8815.
Is the resistance above 5.0 ohms?
Ye s>>
Repair the (T14) Output Speed Sensor Signal circuit for an
open.
Perform 45RFE/545RFE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION
TEST - VER 1. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANS-
AXLE/AUTOMATIC - 45RFE/545RFE - STANDARD PRO-
CEDURE)
No>>
Go To 4
Diagnostic Test
1.CHECKFORRELATEDDTCS
With the scan tool, check for other transmission DTCs.
Are there any Transmission: solenoid, line pressure, speed sensor, and/or loss of prime DTCs present?
Ye s>>
Refer to appropriate symptom in the Transmission category. Perform the test for P0944-LOSS OF
PRIME first if it is present.
No>>
Go To 2
2.CHECK IF DTC IS CURRENT
With the scan tool, read and record the DTC EVENT DATA.
NOTE: Make sure to record all DTC EVENT DATA stored in the scan tool for future reference in this test
procedure.
Does the DTC EVENT DATA display information for the DTC P0732?
Ye s>>
Go To 4
No>>
Go To 3
3.CHECK DTC EVENT DATA
In the DTC EVENT DATA, identify the DTC that was recorded earlier.
Does the DTC EVENT DATA display information for the DTC P1790, with target gear = 2nd, or with both
2C and UD clutches applying?
Ye s>>
Go To 4
No>>
Go To 7
4.CHECK RPM IN DTC EVENT DATA
Refer to the DTC EVENT DATA recorded earlier.
Does the Input RPM read zero?
Ye s>>
Check the input speed sensor and wiring. Refer to test P0715 and diagnose asif the DTC is current.
No>>
Go To 5
5.CHECK LINE PRESSURE READING
Refer to the DTC EVENT DATA recorded earlier.
Isthelinepressurereadingmorethan10 psi below the desired line pressure?
Ye s>>
Go To 6
No>>
Go To 7
6.CHECK TRANSMISSION OIL FILTER
Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Remove and inspect the Transmission Oil Pan for excessive debris per the Service Information.
Remove and inspect the Primary Oil Filter per the Service Information.
NOTE: Make sure the Primary Transmission Oil Filter and seal are properly installed and are not cracked or
split.
Does the Oil Pan contain excessive debris and/or is the Primary Oil Filter cracked, plugged or mis-in-
Diagnostic Test
1.CHECK IF RELATED DTCS ARE PRESENT
With the scan tool, check for other transmission DTCs
Are there any Transmission; solenoid, line pressure, speed sensor, and/or loss of prime DTCs present?
Ye s>>
Refer to appropriate symptom in the Transmission category. Perform the test for P0944-LOSS OF
PRIME first if it is present.
No>>
Go To 2
2.CHECK DTC EVENT DATA
With the scan tool, read and record the DTC EVENT DATA.
NOTE: Make sure to record all DTC EVENT DATA stored in the scan tool for future reference in this test
procedure.
Does the DTC EVENT DATA display information for the DTC P0733?
Ye s>>
Go To 4
No>>
Go To 3
3.CHECK THE TARGET GEAR IN DTC EVENT DATA
In the DTC EVENT DATA, identify the DTC that was recorded earlier.
Does the DTC EVENT DATA display information for the DTC P1790, with target gear = 3rd, or with both
OD and UD clutches applying?
Ye s>>
Go To 4
No>>
Go To 7
4.CHECK INPUT RPM IN DTC EVENT DATA
Refer to the DTC EVENT DATA recorded earlier.
Does the Input RPM read zero?
Ye s>>
Check the input speed sensor and wiring. Refer to test P0715 and diagnose asif the DTC is current.
No>>
Go To 5
5.CHECK LINE PRESSURE READING
Refer to the DTC EVENT DATA recorded earlier.
Isthelinepressurereadingmorethan10 psi below the desired line pressure?
Ye s>>
Go To 6
No>>
Go To 7
6.CHECK TRANSMISSION OIL FILTER
Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Remove and inspect the Transmission Oil Pan for excessive debris per the Service Information.
Remove and inspect the Primary Oil Filter per the Service Information.
NOTE: Make sure the Primary Transmission Oil Filter and seal are properly installed and are not cracked or
split.
Does the Oil Pan contain excessive debris and/or is the Primary Oil Filter cracked, plugged or mis-in-
When Monitored:
Initially at power-up, then every 10 seconds thereafter. The solenoid circuits will also be tested immediately
after a gear ratio or pressure switch error is detected.
Set Condition:
After three consecutive solenoid continuity test failures, or one failure if test is run in response to a gear ratio
or pressure switch error.Note: This DTC is strictly an electrical fault and does not apply to any internal
transmission failures.
Possible Causes
RELATED TIPM TCM DTCS PRESENT
(T20) LR SOLENOID CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORT TO OTHER CIRCUITS
(T20) LR SOLENOID CONTROL CIRCUIT OPEN
(T20) LR SOLENOID CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORT TO GROUND
TRANSMISSION SOLENOID/TRS ASSEMBLY
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE
Always perform the 45RFE/545RFE Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting Procedure before proceeding. (Refer to
21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 45RFE/545RFE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
Theory of Operation
The Transmission Control System uses six electronically controlled solenoids that allow hydraulic fluid to be applied
to various friction elements (clutches), which enables the gear requested. The continuity of each solenoid circuit is
periodically tested. Each inactive solenoid is turned on for a few milliseconds, then off. Each active solenoid is
turned off for a few milliseconds, then on. This pulsing of voltage to the solenoid causes an inductive spike which
can be sensed by the Transmission Control System. If an inductive spike is not sensed by the Transmission Control
System during the continuity check, it is tested again. If the test fails three consecutive times, the appropriate Diag-
nostic Trouble Code (DTC) is set. If the solenoid test is run in response to agear ratio or pressure switch error, one
failure will result in setting the appropriate DTC.Note: This DTC is strictly an electrical fault and does not apply
to any internal transmission failures.
Diagnostic Test
1.CHECK FOR TIPM TCM DTCS
With the scan tool, check for other transmission DTCs.
Are there any TIPM TCM DTCs present?
Ye s>>
Refer to the Transmission category and perform the appropriate symptom.
No>>
Go To 2
2.CHECK TO SEE IF P0750 IS PRESENT
Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, erase all Transmission DTC’s.
Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Remove the Ignition Switch Feed fuse from the TIPM.
CAUTION: Removal of the Ignition Switch Feed fuse from the TIPM will prevent the vehicle from being
startedingear.
WARNING: The Ignition Switch Feed fuse must be removed from the TIPM. Failure to do so can result in
personal injury or death.
Install the Transmission Simulator, Miller tool #8333.
Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, actuate the LR Solenoid.
Monitor the LR Solenoid LED on the Transmission Simulator.
Did the LR Solenoid LED on the Transmission Simulator blink on and off?
Ye s>>
Go To 3
No>>
Go To 4
3.CHECK THE TRANSMISSION SOLENOID/TRS ASSEMBLY
With the scan tool, continue to actuate the LR Solenoid for the period of 2 minutes with the Transmission Simulator
still connected.
After 2 minutes of actuation, with the scan tool, stop the actuation and check for transmission DTCs.
Did the DTC P0750 reset during the actuation test?
Ye s>>
Go To 4
No>>
Replace the Transmission Solenoid/TRS Assembly per the Service Information. (Refer to 21 - TRANS-
MISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 45RFE/545RFE/TRANS SOLENOID/TRS ASSY -REMOVAL)
Perform 45RFE/545RFE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. (Refer to 21- TRANSMIS-
SION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 45RFE/545RFE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
4.CHECK THE (T20) LR SOLENOID CONTROL CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO ANOTHER CIRCUIT
Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Disconnect the Transmission Simulator, Miller tool #8333.
Disconnect the PCM harness connectors.
Measure the resistance between the (T20) LR Solenoid Control circuit
and all other circuits in the Transmission Solenoid/TRS Assembly har-
ness connector.
Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms between the (T20) LR Sole-
noid Control circuit and any other circuit(s) in the Transmis-
sion Solenoid/TRS Assembly harness connector?
Ye s>>
Repair the (T20) LR Solenoid Control circuit for a short to
another circuit(s).
Perform 45RFE/545RFE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION
TEST - VER 1. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANS-
AXLE/AUTOMATIC - 45RFE/545RFE - STANDARD PRO-
CEDURE)
No>>
Go To 5
When Monitored:
Initially at power-up, then every 10 seconds thereafter. The solenoid circuits will also be tested immediately
after a gear ratio or pressure switch error is detected.
Set Condition:
After three consecutive solenoid continuity test failures, or one failure if test is run in response to a gear ratio
or pressure switch error.Note: This DTC is strictly an electrical fault and does not apply to any internal
transmission failures.
Possible Causes
RELATED TIPM TCM DTCS PRESENT
(T219) 2C SOLENOID CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORT TO OTHER CIRCUITS
(T219) 2C SOLENOID CONTROL CIRCUIT OPEN
(T219) 2C SOLENOID CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORT TO GROUND
TRANSMISSION SOLENOID/TRS ASSEMBLY
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE
Always perform the 45RFE/545RFE Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting Procedure before proceeding. (Refer to
21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 45RFE/545RFE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
Theory of Operation
The Transmission Control System uses six electronically controlled solenoids that allow hydraulic fluid to be applied
to various friction elements (clutches), which enables the gear requested. The continuity of each solenoid circuit is
periodically tested. Each inactive solenoid is turned on for a few milliseconds, then off. Each active solenoid is
turned off for a few milliseconds, then on. This pulsing of voltage to the solenoid causes an inductive spike which
can be sensed by the Transmission Control System. If an inductive spike is not sensed by the Transmission Control
System during the continuity check, it is tested again. If the test fails three consecutive times, the appropriate Diag-
nostic Trouble Code (DTC) is set. If the solenoid test is run in response to agear ratio or pressure switch error, one
failure will result in setting the appropriate DTC.Note: This DTC is strictly an electrical fault and does not apply
to any internal transmission failures.
Diagnostic Test
1.CHECK FOR TCM TIPM DTCS
With the scan tool under TIPM, check for TCM Power Input DTCs.
Are there any TIPM TCM Power Input DTCs present?
Ye s>>
Refer to the Transmission category and perform the appropriate symptom.
No>>
Go To 2
2.CHECK TO SEE IF P0755 IS PRESENT
Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Remove the Ignition Switch Feed fuse from the TIPM.
CAUTION: Removal of the Ignition Switch Feed fuse from the TIPM will prevent the vehicle from being
startedingear.
WARNING: The Ignition Switch Feed fuse must be removed from the TIPM. Failure to do so can result in
personal injury or death.
Install the Transmission Simulator, Miller tool #8333.
Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, actuate the 2C Solenoid.
Did the 2C Solenoid LED blink on and off on the Transmission Simulator?
Ye s>>
Go To 3
No>>
Go To 4