Diagnostic Test

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.

DETERMINE IF RELATED DTCS ARE PRESENT
1. With the scan tool, read DTCs.
  Are any line pressure sensor or throttle position sensor DTCs present?
  
  Yes
  - Perform the appropriate diagnostic procedure.
  No
  - Go To 2
CHECK IF THE DTC IS CURRENT
1. With the scan tool, read DTCs.
  Is the status Active or is the Starts Since Set counter 2 or less for this DTC?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 3
  No
  - Go To 5
TRANSMISSION TEMPERATURE SENSOR
1. Turn the ignition OFF.
2. Remove the Starter Relay from the PDC.
  CAUTION:
  Removal of the Starter Relay will prevent the vehicle from being started in gear.
  
  WARNING:
  The Starter Relay must be removed. Failure to do so can result in possible serious or fatal injury.
3. Install the Transmission Simulator (special tool #8333B, Simulator, Transmission).
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 volts?
  
  Yes
  - Replace Transmission Solenoid/TRS assembly in accordance with the Service Information.
  - Perform the TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  No
  - Go To 4
(T54) TRANSMISSION SENSOR SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO ANOTHER CIRCUIT
1. Turn the ignition OFF.
2. Disconnect the Transmission Simulator (special tool #8333B, Simulator, Transmission).
3. Disconnect the PCM harness connectors.
4. Measure the resistance between the (T54) Transmission Temperature Sensor Signal circuit and all other circuits in the Transmission Solenoid/TRS Assembly harness connector.
  Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms between the (T54) Transmission Temperature Sensor Signal circuit and any other circuit(s) in the Transmission Solenoid/TRS Assembly harness connector?
  
  Yes
  - Repair the Transmission Temperature Sensor Signal circuit for a short to another circuit(s).
  - Perform the TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  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. If no problems are found, replace and program the PCM in accordance with the Service Information. With the scan tool, perform a Quick Learn.
  - Perform the TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
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 set.
  Were any problems found?
  
  Yes
  - Repair as necessary.
  - Perform the TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  No
  - Test Complete.