Diagnostic Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 RAM Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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 2.
  No
  - Go To 6.
CHECK THE PCM AND WIRING
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 #8333A, Simulator, Transmission).
4. Ignition on, engine not running.
5. With the scan tool, monitor the Line Pressure.
6. Using the Transmission Simulator, set the rotary switch to each of the three line pressure positions.
  NOTE:
  The readings should be within ±14 kPa (2.0 psi) or 0.1 of a volt on the scan tool of the pressure reading specified on Transmission Simulator.
  
  Does the 3 line pressures on the scan tool match the Line pressure readings on the Transmission Simulator?
  
  Yes
  - Replace the Line Pressure Sensor in accordance with the Service Information.
  - Perform the appropriate TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to 68RFE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - Go To 3.
CHECK THE (K400) SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN

Fig 1: Checking Sensor Ground Circuit For Open
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1. Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
2. Disconnect the Transmission Simulator (special tool #8333A, Simulator, Transmission).
3. Disconnect the PCM C2 harness connector.
4. Measure the resistance of the (K400) Sensor Ground circuit between the Line Pressure Sensor harness connector and the appropriate terminal of the PCM C2 harness connector.
  Is the resistance above 5.0 Ohms?
  
  Yes
  - Repair the (K400) Sensor Ground circuit for an open.
  - Perform the appropriate TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to 68RFE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - Go To 4.
CHECK THE (T38) LINE PRESSURE SENSOR SIGNAL CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN

Fig 2: Checking Line Pressure Sensor Signal Circuit For Open
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1. Measure the resistance of the (T38) Line Pressure Sensor Signal circuit between the Line Pressure Sensor harness connector and the appropriate terminal of the PCM C2 harness connector.
  Is the resistance above 5.0 Ohms?
  
  Yes
  - Repair the (T38) Line Pressure Sensor Signal circuit for an open.
  - Perform the appropriate TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to 68RFE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - Go To 5.
CHECK THE (T38) LINE PRESSURE SENSOR SIGNAL CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE

Fig 3: Checking Line Pressure Sensor Signal Circuit For Short To Voltage
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1. Ignition on, engine not running.
2. With the scan tool under TIPM, actuate the Transmission.
3. Measure the voltage of the (T38) Line Pressure Sensor Signal circuit.
  Is the voltage above 5.5 volts?
  
  Yes
  - Repair the (T38) Line Pressure Sensor Signal circuit for a short to voltage.
  - Perform the appropriate TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to 68RFE 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. 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 appropriate TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to 68RFE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST .
CHECK 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.
  Where there any problems found?
  
  Yes
  - Repair as necessary.
  - Perform the appropriate TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to 68RFE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - Test Complete.