Pinpoint Test A: Shift And Torque Converter Clutch Solenoids (Only)
- A1 ELECTRONIC DIAGNOSTICS SET UP
- Key in OFF position.
- Shift selector lever to position P.
- Make sure the transaxle harness connector is fully seated, terminals are fully engaged in connector and in good condition before proceeding.
- Connect the scan tool.
- Key in ON position.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Diagnostic Data Link.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: PCM.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Active Command Modes.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Output State Control (OSC).
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Trans-Bench Mode.
- Does vehicle enter Trans-Bench Mode?
Yes : REMAIN in Trans-Bench Mode. GO to A2.
No : REPEAT procedure to enter Trans-Bench Mode. If vehicle did not enter Trans-Bench Mode, REFER to the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE for diagnosis of PCM.
- A2 WIGGLE TEST
- Remain in Trans-Bench Mode.
- Select PIDs to be monitored:
- SSA.
- SSB.
- SSC.
- SSD.
- SSE.
- Select "ON" to turn suspect solenoid on.
- Press "SEND".
- Wiggle all wiring and connectors to the transaxle. Monitor the Solenoid State for changes.
- Select "OFF" to turn solenoid off.
- Press "SEND".
- Does the suspect solenoid(s) fault state change?
Yes : REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation.
No : GO to A3.
- A3 CHECK SOLENOID FUNCTION
- Turn each solenoid ON and OFF.
- Does the solenoid turn ON and OFF when commanded and can solenoid activation be heard?
Yes : GO to A4.
No : GO to A5.
- A4 OSC TRANS-DRIVE TEST (GEAR OR TCC)
- Carry out OSC Trans-Drive Mode.
- Select GEAR for Shift Solenoids or follow procedures for GEAR as listed in this article.
- Select TCC for Torque Converter Clutch. Follow procedures of TCC in Drive Mode as listed in this article.
- Does the transaxle upshift and downshift or torque converter engage/disengage when commanded?
Yes : CLEAR all DTCs. Road test to verify if concern is still present. If concern is still present, REFER to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM to diagnose shift or torque converter concern.
No : GO to A5.
- A5 CHECK FOR BATTERY VOLTAGE
- Disconnect: Transaxle Vehicle Harness Connector.
- Visually inspect all wires and connectors for damage.
- Measure the voltage between transaxle vehicle harness connector, harness side, and ground as follows:
- SSA - Pin 6.
- SSB - Pin 8.
- SSC - Pin 3.
- SSD - Pin 9.
- SSE - Pin 1.
- Is voltage present?
Yes : GO to A7.
No : GO to A8.
- A6 CHECK FOR SHORTS TO GROUND
- Key in OFF position.
- Measure the resistance between transaxle vehicle harness connector, harness side, and ground as follows:
- SSA - Pin 6.
- SSB - Pin 8.
- SSC - Pin 3.
- SSD - Pin 9.
- SSE - Pin 1.
- Is the resistance greater than 10,000 ohms?
Yes : GO to A8.
No : REPAIR the circuit in question. TEST the system for normal operation.
- A7 CHECK FOR SHORT TO BATTERY VOLTAGE
- Disconnect: PCM Connector.
- Key in ON position.
- Measure the voltage between transaxle vehicle harness connector, harness side, and ground as follows:
- SSA - Pin 6.
- SSB - Pin 8.
- SSC - Pin 3.
- SSD - Pin 9.
- SSE - Pin 1.
- Is voltage present?
Yes : REPAIR the circuit in question. TEST the system for normal operation.
No : INSTALL a new PCM. TEST the system for normal operation.
- A8 CHECK FOR OPENS
- Disconnect: Powertrain Control Module.
- Measure the resistance between PCM connector pins, harness side, and transaxle vehicle harness connector pins, harness side, for the suspected solenoid as follows:
- SSA - PCM connector pin 42 - transaxle connector pin 6.
- SSB - PCM connector pin 43 - transaxle connector pin 8.
- SSC - PCM connector pin 44 - transaxle connector pin 3.
- SSD - PCM connector pin 46 - transaxle connector pin 9.
- SSE - PCM connector pin 34 - transaxle connector pin 1.
- Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
Yes : GO to A9.
No : REPAIR the circuit in question. TEST the system for normal operation.
- A9 ELECTRICAL SIGNAL CHECK
- Connect: PCM Connector.
- Key in ON position.
- Measure the voltage between transaxle vehicle harness connector, harness side, and ground for the suspected solenoid as follows:
- SSA - Pin 6.
- SSB - Pin 8.
- SSC - Pin 3.
- SSD - Pin 9.
- SSE - Pin 1.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Trans - Bench Mode.
- Select Parameter SSA, SSB, SSC, SSD or SSE.
- Select "ON".
- Press "SEND".
- Measure the voltage while cycling the solenoid ON and OFF.
- Select "OFF", press "SEND".
- Does the voltage change?
Yes : GO to A10.
No : INSTALL a new PCM. TEST the system for normal operation.
- A10 CHECK SOLENOID RESISTANCE
- Measure the resistance between solenoid pin and solenoid body component side for suspected solenoid as follows:
- SSA - Pin 6 and Body - 10.9-26.2 ohms.
- SSB - Pin 8 and Body - 10.9-26.2 ohms.
- SSC - Pin 3 and Body - 1.0-4.2 ohms.
- SSD - Pin 9 and Body - 1.0-4.2 ohms.
- SSE - Pin 1 and Body - 1.0-4.2 ohms.
- Is the resistance within specification?
Yes : If SSA or SSB is suspected, GO to A12.
If SSC, SSD or SSE is suspected, GO to A11.
No : INSTALL a new SSA, SSB, SSC, SSD or SSE. TEST the system for normal operation.
- Measure the resistance between solenoid pin and solenoid body component side for suspected solenoid as follows:
- A11 CHECK SSC, SSD, SSE FOR SHORT TO GROUND
- Measure the resistance between suspected solenoid pin 1, component side and solenoid body.
- Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
Yes : INSTALL a new SSC, SSD or SSE. TEST the system for normal operation.
No : GO to A12.
- A12 CHECK THE TRANSAXLE INTERNAL HARNESS FOR OPEN
- Measure the resistance between transaxle internal harness connector pins and suspected solenoid connectors as follows:
- SSA - Between transaxle internal harness connector pin 6 and transaxle internal harness solenoid connector pin 6.
- SSB - Between transaxle internal harness connector pin 8 and transaxle internal harness solenoid connector pin 8.
- Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
Yes : GO to A13.
No : INSTALL a new transaxle internal harness. TEST the system for normal operation.
- Measure the resistance between transaxle internal harness connector pins and suspected solenoid connectors as follows:
- A13 CHECK THE TRANSAXLE INTERNAL HARNESS FOR OPEN
- Measure the resistance between transaxle internal harness connector pins and suspected solenoid connectors as follows:
- SSC - Between transaxle internal harness connector pin 3 and transaxle harness solenoid connector pin 3.
- SSD - Between transaxle internal harness connector pin 9 and transaxle internal harness solenoid connector pin 9.
- SSE - Between transaxle internal harness connector pin 1 and transaxle internal harness solenoid connector pin 1.
- Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
Yes : GO to A14.
No : INSTALL a new transaxle internal harness. TEST the system for normal operation.
- Measure the resistance between transaxle internal harness connector pins and suspected solenoid connectors as follows:
- A14 CHECK THE TRANSAXLE INTERNAL HARNESS GROUND CIRCUIT
- Measure the resistance between transaxle internal harness connector pins and ground eye hook as follows:
- SSC - Between transaxle internal harness solenoid connector pin 11 and ground eye hook.
- SSD - Between transaxle internal harness solenoid connector pin 12 and ground eye hook.
- SSE - Between transaxle internal harness solenoid connector pin 10 and ground eye hook.
- Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
Yes : INSTALL a new PCM. TEST the system for normal operation.
No : INSTALL a new transaxle internal harness. TEST the system for normal operation.
- Measure the resistance between transaxle internal harness connector pins and ground eye hook as follows: