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Test Description

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

  1. 2:  This step inspects the transmission fluid to ensure that it is at the proper level.
  2. 3:  This step verifies that the TCC engages when commanded ON by the scan tool.
DTC P0741

Step Action Value(s) Yes No
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? - Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle
Perform the Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure. Refer to Transmission Fluid Checking .
Did you perform the Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure?
- Go to Step 3  Go to Transmission Fluid Checking
  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 ECM Freeze Frame and the TCM Failure Records. Using the Clear Info function erases the Freeze Frame and Failure Records from the ECM and the TCM.
    • Using the Clear Info function erases stored DTCs in both the ECM and TCM.
  4. Record the DTC Freeze Frame and Failure Records.
  5. Clear the DTC.
  6. Operate the vehicle in D5 at 72 km/h (45 mph).
  7. Using the scan tool, command the TCC PWM solenoid valve ON.
  8. Monitor the TCC slip speed on the scan tool.
Is the slip speed within the specified range?
-20 to +75 RPM Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Go to Step 4 
4 Did you find and correct any of the above conditions? - Go to Step 5  -
5 Perform the following procedure in order to verify the repair:
  1. Select DTC.
  2. Select Clear Info.
  3. Operate the vehicle under the following conditions:
    • The TFT is 20-130°C (68-266°F).
    • The engine torque is greater than 55 N.m (41 lb ft).
    • Drive the vehicle in D5 with the throttle position at 12-90 percent.
    • Ensure that the TCC applies and the slip speed is -20 to +75 RPM for 4 seconds.
  4. Select Specific DTC.
  5. Enter DTC P0741.

Has the test run and passed?
- Go to Step 6  Go to Step 2 
6 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 - Vehicle System OK