Circuit/System Description

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 GMC Acadia, 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2016 Buick Enclave. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Shift solenoid 1 is part of the control solenoid valve assembly, which has no serviceable components. Shift Solenoid 1 is a normally closed (NC) ON/OFF solenoid and is controlled by the transmission control module (TCM) through a low side driver. When the shift solenoid 1 is energized (ON), shift solenoid 1 fluid pressure is directed to the clutch select valve 2, which allows the valve to overcome the spring pressure and move to the applied position. Power to the shift solenoid 1 is supplied by the TCM through a high side driver. The high side driver protects the circuit and components from excessive current flow. If excessive current flow is detected, the high side driver will turn OFF. When the fault is corrected, the high side driver will reset.