Diagnostic Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Dodge Avenger and 2013 Chrysler 200. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CHECK TO SEE IF DTC IS CURRENT
1. With the scan tool, view DTCs.
  Is the status Active for this DTC or is Starts Since Set counter 2 or less?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 2
  No
  - Go To 6
CHECK THE PCM AND WIRING WITH THE TRANSMISSION SIMULATOR
1. Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
2. Remove the Ignition Switch Feed fuse from the TIPM.
  CAUTION:
  Removal of the Ignition Switch Feed fuse from the TIPM will prevent the vehicle from being started in gear.
  
  WARNING:
  The Ignition Switch Feed fuse must be removed from the TIPM. Failure to do so can result in possible serious or fatal injury.
3. Install the Transmission Simulator (special tool #8333B, Simulator, Transmission) and the Electronic Transmission Adapter kit.
  NOTE:
  Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary.
4. Ignition on, engine not running.
5. With the Transmission Simulator, turn the Input/Output switch to OFF.
6. With the scan tool, monitor the TRANS TEMP VOLTS while turning the Thermistor Voltage switch to all three positions on the Transmission Simulator.
7. Compare the scan tool readings with the numbers listed on the Transmission Simulator.
  Do the readings on the Transmission Simulator match the scan tool readings ± 0.2 of a volt?
  
  Yes
  - Replace the Transmission Temperature Sensor (in the TRS Assembly) in accordance with the Service Information.
  - Perform the 40/41TE VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to 40/41TE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - Go To 3
CHECK THE (T54) TRANSMISSION TEMPERATURE SIGNAL CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN

Fig 1: Checking Transmission Temperature Signal Circuit For An Open
Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
1. Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
2. Disconnect the Transmission Simulator (special tool #8333B, Simulator, Transmission) and the Electronic Transmission Adapter kit.
3. Disconnect the PCM C1 harness connector.
4. Disconnect the TRS harness connector
  NOTE:
  Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary.
5. Measure the resistance of the (T54) Transmission Temperature Signal circuit between the PCM C1 harness connector and the TRS harness connector.
  Is the resistance above 5.0 Ohms?
  
  Yes
  - Repair the (T54) Transmission Temperature Signal circuit for an open.
  - Perform the 40/41TE VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to 40/41TE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - Go To 4
CHECK THE (T13) SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN

Fig 2: Checking Sensor Ground Circuit For An Open
Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
1. Measure the resistance of the (T13) Sensor Ground circuit between the PCM C2 harness connector and the TRS harness connector.
  Is the resistance above 5.0 Ohms?
  
  Yes
  - Repair the (T13) Sensor Ground circuit for an open.
  - Perform the 40/41TE VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to 40/41TE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - Go To 5
CHECK THE (T54) TRANSMISSION TEMPERATURE SIGNAL CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE

Fig 3: Checking Transmission Temperature Signal Circuit For A Short To Voltage
Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
1. Ignition on, engine not running.
2. With the scan tool under TIPM, actuate the Transmission.
3. Measure the voltage of the (T54) Transmission Temperature Signal circuit.
  Is the voltage above 0.5 of a volt?
  
  Yes
  - Repair the (T54) Transmission Temperature Signal circuit for a short to voltage.
  - Perform the 40/41TE VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to 40/41TE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - 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. Check for Service Information Tune-ups or Service Bulletins for any possible causes that may apply. If no problems are found, replace and program the PCM in accordance with the Service Information. With the scan tool, perform Quick Learn.
  - Perform the 40/41TE VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to 40/41TE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST .
CHECK THE WIRING AND CONNECTORS
1. The conditions necessary to set this DTC are not present at this time.
2. Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors specific to this circuit.
3. Wiggle the wires while checking for shorted and open circuits.
4. With the scan tool, check the Event Data to help identify the conditions in which the DTC was set.
5. Check for any Service Information Tune-ups or Service Bulletins for any possible causes that may apply.
  Were there any problems found?
  
  Yes
  - Repair as necessary.
  - Perform the 40/41TE VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to 40/41TE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - Test Complete.