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Torque Converter Clutch Operation Concerns: No Apply

TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH OPERATION CHART

Possible Component Reference/Action
240 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE 
Powertrain Control System 
  • Electrical inputs/outputs, vehicle wiring harnesses, PCM, torque converter clutch (TCC) solenoid, TFT sensor, OSS.
340 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE 
Shift Linkage 
  • Inspect and repair as required. Verify transmission shift cable adjustment; refer to CABLE ADJUSTMENT . Adjust transmission shift cable as necessary. After repairing transmission shift cable, verify that the digital TR sensor is correctly adjusted. Adjust the digital TR sensor as necessary.
  • Damaged or incorrectly adjusted
Incorrect Pressures   
  • Low line pressure, low EPC pressure
  • Check pressure at line and EPC taps; refer to Line Pressure Chart for specifications. If pressure is low, check EPC and main regulator valve. If within specifications, check the main controls.
Main Controls   
  • Solenoid pressure regulator valve, manual valve, bypass clutch control valve and plunger, converter pressure limit valve, drain back valve stuck, damaged or assembled incorrectly
  • Inspect for damage. Repair as required.
  • Bolts not tightened to specifications
  • Tighten bolts to specifications.
  • Solenoid screen blocked or damaged
  • Clean or install a new screen.
  • TCC solenoid malfunction
  • Activate solenoid using scan tool. If solenoid operation cannot be felt when placing hand on solenoid, install a new solenoid. Inspect O-rings for damage. Repair as required.
  • Gaskets damaged
  • Inspect for damage and install a new gasket.
Pump Assembly   
  • Bolts not tightened to specifications
  • Tighten bolts to specifications.
  • Porosity/cross leaks, balls leaking
  • Inspect for porosity/leaks, ball missing. Install a new pump as required.
  • Gaskets damaged
  • Inspect for damage and install a new gasket.
Input Shaft 
  • Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
  • Seals damaged
Torque Converter Assembly 
  • Inspect torque converter. Repair or install a new or remanufactured torque converter as required.
  • Leakage, friction material damaged, internal seals damaged