Test Description

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The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

2: Listen for an audible click when the reverse inhibit solenoid operates. Command both the ON and OFF states. Repeat the commands as necessary.
3: Tests for voltage at the coil side of the reverse inhibit solenoid. The ENG IGN 1 fuse supplies power to the coil side of the reverse inhibit solenoid.
5: Verifies that the PCM is providing ground to the reverse inhibit solenoid.
6: Tests if ground is constantly being applied to the reverse inhibit solenoid.

DTC P0801

Step	Action	Yes	No
1	Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls?	Go to Step 2	Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls in Engine Controls - 5.7L
2	Install a scan tool. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. With a scan tool, command the reverse inhibit solenoid ON and OFF. Does the reverse inhibit solenoid turn ON and OFF?	Go to Step 3	Go to Step 4
3	Observe the Freeze Frame and/or Failure records data for this DTC. Turn OFF the ignition for 30 seconds. Start the engine. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text. Does the DTC reset?	Go to Step 4	Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems
4	Turn OFF the ignition. Disconnect the reverse inhibit solenoid. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. Probe the ignition 1 voltage circuit of the reverse inhibit solenoid with a test lamp that is connected to ground. Does the test lamp illuminate?	Go to Step 5	Go to Step 11
5	Connect a test lamp between the control circuit of the reverse inhibit solenoid and the ignition 1 voltage circuit of the reverse inhibit solenoid. With a scan tool, command the reverse inhibit solenoid ON and OFF. Does the test lamp turn ON and OFF?	Go to Step 9	Go to Step 6
6	Does the test lamp remain illuminated with each command?	Go to Step 8	Go to Step 7
7	Test the control circuit of the reverse inhibit solenoid for a short to voltage or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?	Go to Step 14	Go to Step 10
8	Test the control circuit of the reverse inhibit solenoid for a short to ground. Refer to Testing for Short to Ground and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?	Go to Step 14	Go to Step 10
9	Inspect for poor connections at the reverse inhibit solenoid. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?	Go to Step 14	Go to Step 12
10	Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the PCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?	Go to Step 14	Go to Step 13
11	Test the ignition 1 voltage circuit of the reverse inhibit solenoid for an open or short to ground. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you complete the repair?	Go to Step 14	-
12	Replace the reverse inhibit solenoid. Refer to Reverse Lockout Solenoid Replacement . Did you find and correct the condition?	Go to Step 14	-
13	Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Replacement in Engine Controls - 5.7L. Did you complete the replacement?	Go to Step 14	-
14	Perform the following procedure in order to verify the repair: Select DTC. Select Clear Info. Operate the vehicle. Select Specific DTC. Enter DTC P0801. Has the test run and passed?	Go to Step 15	Go to Step 2
15	With the scan tool, observe the stored information, capture info and DTC info. Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed?	Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List in Engine Controls - 5.7L	System OK