Test Description
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
- 1: The Powertrain OBD System Check prompts the technician to complete some basic checks and store the freeze frame data on the scan tool if applicable. This creates an electronic copy of the data taken when the fault occurred. The information is then stored in the scan tool for later reference.
- 3: This step checks for proper shift points.
- 5: This step checks for a leaky shift solenoid #2.
- 6: This step checks for a stuck closed shift solenoid #2.
- 8: This step checks the condition of the valve body assembly.
- 9: This step checks for a faulty PCM.
DTC P0756
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schematic Reference: Automatic Transmission Controls Schematics | |||
| 1 | Was the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check performed? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls in Engine Controls |
| 2 |
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Go to applicable DTC table | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 | Perform Upshifts and Torque Converter Clutch Apply Procedure in Road Test Procedure in order to diagnose mechanical condition of transaxle. Is action complete? |
Go to Step 4 | - |
| 4 | Perform DTC Confirmation Procedure. Did this DTC reset? |
Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 11 |
| 5 |
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Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 12 |
| 6 |
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Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 12 |
| 7 | Refer to DTC P1780 for diagnosis of the PNP switch. Is the action complete? |
Go to Step 8 | - |
| 8 | Remove the valve body and inspect the passages for any obstructions/restrictions. Refer to Solenoids and Wiring Harness Replacement . Is the valve body in good condition? |
Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 10 |
| 9 |
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Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 14 |
| 10 | Repair or overhaul valve body assembly. Refer to Automatic Transmission Controls Schematics . Is the action complete? |
Go to Step 15 | Go to Step 14 |
| 11 | A malfunction is not present at this time. Refer to Diagnostic Aids. Is the action complete? |
System OK | - |
| 12 | Replace shift solenoid #2. Is the action complete? |
Go to Step 15 | - |
| 13 | Refer to Road Test Procedure for further diagnosis of the transaxle's performance. Repair as necessary. Is the action complete? |
Go to Step 15 | - |
| 14 | Replace Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Refer to Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Replacement
in Engine Controls. Is the action complete? |
Go to Step 15 | - |
| 15 | Perform the DTC Confirmation Procedure. Are any DTCs displayed on the Scan Tool? |
Go to applicable DTC table | System OK |