Theory Of Operation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 RAM 3500 HD and 2013 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

If a vehicle loses power to the Transmission Control System, the solenoids (L/R, 2C, OD, UD, 4C) will go to their respective power off state. Some solenoids are normally vented and some are normally applied in their power off state. The transmission is designed to be in 4th gear with all of the solenoids in this state. However, if power is restored the Transmission Control System will power-up and normal operation is restored.

This code identifies that power to the Transmission Control System was restored when the gear selector is in a "Drive" position while the vehicle is moving at speeds above 32 Km/h (20 mph). This DTC does not indicate a problem with the transmission or Transmission Control System, instead, it suggests intermittent problems in the fused ignition switch output, fused B (+) or ground circuits to the PCM. Alternately, if a rolling restart maneuver is performed, the DTC can set. Therefore it is critical that this DTC be investigated if the vehicle is experiencing intermittent 4th gear operation and a subsequent return to normal operation.