Driveability Concerns

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DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINE - DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS

Possible Component	Reference/Action
256 - ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
PCM, vehicle wiring harnesses, transmission internal harness, transmission pressure control solenoids SSPC-x, TCC solenoid, transmission pressure control switches PS-x, OSS, TFT sensors, transmission control tow/haul switch, APP, IAT, ECT sensors	Carry out on-board diagnostic tests. Refer to the appropriate INTRODUCTION article for diagnosis and testing of the PCM.
	Go To PINPOINT TEST A: CONTROL SOLENOIDS , Go To PINPOINT TEST B: TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE (TFT) SENSOR and Go To PINPOINT TEST D: TURBINE SHAFT SPEED (TSS), INTERMEDIATE SHAFT SPEED, AND OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED (OSS) SENSORS .
	Repair as necessary. Clear DTCs, road test and rerun on-board diagnostic test.
Torque Converter
Torque internal components damaged	Carry out torque converter check. Refer to TORQUE CONVERTER . If the torque converter fails the check, install a new or remanufactured torque converter.
Incorrect torque converter used in overhaul	Inspect for correct torque converter assembly. If not correct, install a new or remanufactured torque converter.