Diagnostic Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Charger, and 2006 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

1) DETERMINING IF RELATED DTCS ARE PRESENT
With the scan tool, check for other transmission DTCs.

Are there any other line pressure related DTCs present?

Yes
1. Perform appropriate DTC test(s) in this article. Perform the test for P0934 and/or P0935 first if present.
No
1. Go To step 2).
2) COMPARE ACTUAL LINE PRESSURE TO DESIRED LINE PRESSURE
CAUTION: Apply Parking Brake

Start the engine.

CAUTION: Firmly apply the brakes.

With the scan tool, monitor the Line Pressure, Desired Line Pressure and the TPS degrees.

While firmly applying the brakes, place the shifter in reverse, then slowly press the accelerator pedal to a TPS degree of 15°.

Compare the Line Pressure reading to the Desired Line Pressure reading on the scan tool.

Does the Line Pressure stay within +/- 34 kPa (5 psi) of the Desired Line Pressure?

Yes
1. Go To step 5).
No
1. Go To step 3).
3) CHECK LINE PRESSURE CONNECTOR AND WIRING
Ignition on, engine not running.

With the scan tool, monitor the Line Pressure Sensor voltage while wiggling the wiring harness and connectors pertaining to the Line Pressure Sensor/Variable Force Solenoid Assembly.

Did the voltage remain steady while wiggling the wiring harness and connectors?

Yes
1. Go To step 4).
No
1. Disconnect and properly reconnect the Line Pressure Sensor/Variable Force Solenoid Assembly connector. Inspect terminals and repair as necessary.
2. Perform 42RLE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1
4) CHECK PCM AND WIRING
Turn the ignition off to the lock position.

Remove the Starter Relay.

CAUTION: Removal of the Starter Relay will prevent the vehicle from being started in gear.

WARNING: The Starter Relay must be removed from the PDC. Failure to do so can result in personal injury or death.

NOTE: Failure to remove the Starter Relay can cause a Transmission - No Response condition.

Install the Transmission Simulator, Miller tool #8333 and the Electronic Transmission Adapter kit.

With the Transmission Simulator select the "OFF" position on the "Input/Output Speed" switch.

Ignition on, engine not running.

With the scan tool, monitor the Line Pressure during the following step.

With the Transmission Simulator, turn the selector switch to each of the 3 Line Pressure positions.

NOTE: All three scan tool Line Pressure readings should be steady and +/- 14 kPa (2.0 psi) of the reading specified on the Transmission Simulator.

Did the Line Pressure read within +/- 14 kPa or (2.0 psi) in all three positions?

Yes
1. Using the schematics as a guide, check the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) terminals for corrosion, damage, or terminal push out. Pay particular attention to all power and ground circuits. If no problems are found, replace the PCM per the Service Information. With the scan tool, perform QUICK LEARN.
2. Perform 42RLE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1
No
1. Repair internal transmission and inspect the oil pump per the Service information and replace if necessary. If no problems are found, replace the Line Pressure Sensor/Variable Force Solenoid Assembly - possible cause is the Pressure Control Solenoid is stuck.
2. Perform 42RLE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1
5) CHECK WIRING AND CONNECTORS
The conditions necessary to set this DTC are not present at this time.

Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors specific to this circuit.

Wiggle the wires while checking for shorted and open circuits.

With the scan tool, check the DTC EVENT DATA to help identify the conditions in which the DTC was set.

Where there any problems found?

Yes
1. Repair as necessary.
2. Perform 42RLE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1
No
1. Test Complete.