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Test Description

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

  1. 2:  Disable the traction control system when performing this step. When the ignition switch is cycled OFF and then back ON, the traction control system defaults to ON.
  2. 3:  This step tests the VSS assembly.
  3. 5:  This step tests the integrity of the VSS assembly.
DTC P0503

Step Action Value(s) 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
2 
  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
    3. IMPORTANT: Before clearing the DTC, use the scan tool in order to record the Freeze Frame and Failure Records. Using the Clear Info function erases the Freeze Frame and Failure Records from the PCM.
  3. Record the Freeze Frame and Failure Records.
  4. Clear the DTC.
  5. Raise and support the rear axle assembly.
  6. Start the engine.
  7. Disable the traction control system.
  8. Place the transmission in D3 range.
  9. With the drive wheels rotating, slowly accelerate to 2,000 RPM and hold, road test the vehicle if necessary.
Does the scan tool Transmission OSS drop or fluctuate more than the specified value?		 1,300 RPM Go to Step 3  Go to Intermittent Conditions in Engine Controls
3 
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the engine wiring harness from the VSS assembly.
  3. Using the DMM and the J 35616  GM Terminal Test Kit, measure the resistance of the VSS assembly.
Does the resistance measure within the specified range?		 976-2354 Ω Go to Step 4  Go to Step 13 
4 Measure the resistance from terminal B of the VSS assembly to ground.
Does the resistance measure greater than the specified range?		 50 K Ω Go to Step 5  Go to Step 13 
5 
  1. Place the transmission in NEUTRAL.
  2. Select AC volts on the DMM.
  3. Hold one rear wheel from turning.
  4. Rotate the other wheel by hand.
  5. Measure the AC voltage from terminal A and B of the VSS assembly.
Does the voltage measure greater than the specified value?		 0.3 V Go to Step 6  Go to Step 13 
6
  1. Reconnect the engine wiring harness to the VSS assembly.
  2. Disconnect the PCM connector C2.
  3. Measure the resistance between PCM connector terminals C2-20 and C2-21.
Does the resistance measure within the specified range?		 976-2354 Ω Go to Step 7  Go to Step 8 
7 Measure the resistance from terminal C2-21 to ground.
Does the resistance measure greater than the specified range?		 50 K Ω Go to Step 9  Go to Step 10 
8 Does the resistance measure greater than the specified value? 2354 Ω Go to Step 11  Go to Step 12 
9
  1. Reconnect the PCM connector C2.
  2. Disconnect the engine wiring harness from the VSS assembly.
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  4. Test the high circuit of the VSS assembly for a short to power.
  5. Test the low circuit of the VSS assembly for a short to power.

    Refer to Testing for a Short to Voltage and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 15  Go to Step 14 
10
  1. Test the high circuit of the VSS assembly for a short to ground.
  2. Test the low circuit of the VSS assembly 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 15  -
11
  1. Test the high circuit of the VSS assembly for an open.
  2. Test the low circuit of the VSS assembly for an open.

    Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 15  -
12 Test the high circuit and the low circuit of the VSS assembly for a short together.
Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 15  -
13 Replace the VSS assembly.
Refer to Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) Replacement in Rear Drive Axle.
Did you complete the replacement?		 - Go to Step 15  -
14 Replace the PCM.
Refer to Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Replacement in Engine Controls.
Did you complete the replacement?		 - Go to Step 15  -
15 Perform the following procedure in order to verify the repair:
  1. Select DTC.
  2. Select Clear Info.
  3. Operate the vehicle ensuring that the transmission output speed drop is less than 500 RPM for 2 seconds and output speed is greater than 500 RPM.
  4. Select Specific DTC.
  5. Enter DTC P0503.

Has the test run and passed?		 - Go to Step 16  Go to Step 2 
16 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 System OK
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