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Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) software with appropriate hardware, or equivalent scan tool

DTC	Component	Description	Condition	Symptom	Action
P0657	Actuator Supply Voltage A	Actuator Supply Voltage A high side power supply circuit failed	Actuator Supply Voltage A high side power supply circuit failed.	Only REVERSE, NEUTRAL and 5th gear available. Engine rpm at idle is about 1, 000 rpm when Actuator Supply Voltage A is off as a Failure Mode Effect Management action.	Power to all solenoids has been interrupted. CHECK for opens, short to ground and the harness disconnected. REPAIR as required. When Actuator Supply Voltage A is commanded OFF as a Failure Mode Effect Management action, CHECK all solenoids for correct function as listed in the Clutch, Solenoid, Application Chart . For additional information on diagnosing PCM concerns, REFER to the INTRODUCTION - DIESEL MODELS or ENGINE CONTROLS - INTRODUCTION (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID) (SECTION 0) .
P0706	Transmission Range (TR) Sensor	TR sensor frequency fault detected	TR sensor signal frequency is out of normal range.	Only REVERSE, NEUTRAL and 5th gear detected. Engine may not crank.	GO to PINPOINT TEST C .
P0707	TR Sensor	TR sensor circuit duty cycle low input	TR sensor signal duty cycle is below threshold, sensor/circuit electrical malfunction.	Only REVERSE, NEUTRAL and 5th gear detected. Engine may not crank.	GO to PINPOINT TEST C .
P0708	TR Sensor	TR sensor circuit duty cycle high input	TR sensor signal duty cycle is above threshold, sensor/circuit electrical malfunction.	Only REVERSE, NEUTRAL and 5th gear detected. Engine may not crank.	GO to PINPOINT TEST C .
P0710	TFT Sensor	157°C (315°F) indicated, TFT sensor circuit grounded OR -40°C (-40°F) indicated, TFT sensor circuit open	Voltage drop across TFT sensor exceeds scale set for temperature of 157°C (315°F). OR Voltage drop across TFT sensor exceeds scale set for temperature of -40°C (-40°F).	No 5th or 6th gears.	GO to PINPOINT TEST B .
P0711	Transmission Fluid Temperature (TFT) Sensor	No change if TFT during operation	PCM has detected no TFT change during operation. TFT stuck at some normal reading.	No 5th or 6th gears.	GO to PINPOINT TEST B .
P0712	TFT Sensor	157°C (315°F) indicated, TFT sensor circuit grounded	Voltage drop across TFT sensor exceeds scale set for temperature of 157°C (315°F).	No 5th or 6th gears.	GO to PINPOINT TEST B .
P0713	TFT Sensor	-40°C (-40°F) indicated, TFT sensor circuit open	Voltage drop across TFT sensor exceeds scale set for temperature of -40°C (-40°F).	No 5th or 6th gears.	GO to PINPOINT TEST B .
P0715	Turbine Shaft Speed (TSS) Sensor	Insufficient input from TSS	PCM detected a loss of TSS signal during operation.	Harsh shifts and engagements, engine rpm higher or lower than expected. No 1st, 3rd or 5th gear.	GO to PINPOINT TEST D .
P0717	TSS Sensor	No TSS signal	PCM has not detected a TSS signal.	Harsh shifts and engagements, engine rpm higher or lower than expected. No 1st, 3rd or 5th gear.	GO to PINPOINT TEST D .
P0718	TSS Sensor	TSS signal noisy	PCM has detected a noisy TSS signal.	-	GO to PINPOINT TEST D .
P0720	Output Shaft Speed (OSS) Sensor	Insufficient input from OSS	PCM detected a loss of OSS signal during operation.	No 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th or 6th gear.	GO to PINPOINT TEST D .
P0721	OSS Sensor	OSS signal noisy	PCM has detected a noisy OSS signal.	-	GO to PINPOINT TEST D .
P0722	OSS Sensor	No OSS signal	PCM has detected no OSS signal.	No 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th or 6th gear.	GO to PINPOINT TEST D .
P0730	Clutch Control Solenoid or Internal Parts	Gear ratio error	PCM has detected a gear ratio error. One-Way Clutch (OWC) clutch or clutches may have failed.	Incorrect gear selection depending on failure or mode and manual lever position. Shift errors may also be due to other internal transmission concerns (stuck valves, damaged friction material). Engine rpm could be higher or lower than expected. May flash Transmission Control Indicator Lamp (TCIL).	REFER to the SOLENOID APPLICATION CHARTS located at the beginning of Pinpoint Tests - OSC Equipped Vehicles. If other solenoid DTCs are present, GO to PINPOINT TEST A . If only P0730 and/or 2700 series DTCs are present, INSTALL the appropriate clutch solenoid. CLEAR the DTCs, and ROAD TEST the vehicle. If the concern is still present, REPAIR/INSTALL new internal transmission components.
P0740	Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Solenoid	TCC solenoid open circuit failure	TCC solenoid circuit fails to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open.	Open circuit: TCC never engages.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0741	TCC Solenoid	TCC solenoid circuit performance error	Torque converter slippage detected during engagement command indicating a concern with mechanical or hydraulic operation of the TCC.	TCC slippage when commanded on indicating a concern with the mechanical or hydraulic TCC operation. No TCC engagement.	REFER to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM .
P0742	TCC Solenoid	TCC solenoid circuit shorted to ground	TCC solenoid circuit fails to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Shorted to ground.	Short circuit: Only 5th gear at low vehicle speeds.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0743	TCC Solenoid	TCC solenoid circuit failure	TCC solenoid circuit fails to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open, shorted or PCM driver failure during OBD test.	Open circuit: TCC never engages. Maximum Pressure Control Solenoid A (PCA) pressure, harsh engagement and shifts. Short circuit: Only 5th gear.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0744	TCC Solenoid	TCC solenoid circuit shorted to power	TCC solenoid circuit fails to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit shorted to power.	No torque converter engagement.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0748	PCA	PCA circuit failure	Voltage through PCA is checked. An error will be noted if parameters are exceeded.	Open circuit: maximum PCA pressure, harsh engagements and shifts. Engine rpm higher than expected. Only 5th gear present. Maximum PCA pressure, harsh engagements and shifts. Engine rpm higher than expected.	GO to PINPOINT TEST E .
P0750	Shift Solenoid Pressure Control A (SSPCA) Coast Clutch	SSPCA circuit open	SSPCA circuit failed to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or PCM driver failure during OBD test.	No 2nd, 4th or 6th gear.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0751	SSPCA Solenoid	SSPCA solenoid performance or stuck OFF	SSPCA solenoid failed in the OFF position during operation resulting in the coast clutch being applied due to inverse controlled solenoid.	Tow/Haul OFF or ON: No 1st, 3rd or 5th gears available.	REFER to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM .
P0752	SSPCA Solenoid	SSPCA solenoid stuck ON	SSPCA solenoid failed in the ON position during operation resulting in the coast clutch being released due to inverse controlled solenoid.	Tow/Haul OFF or ON: No 2nd, 4th or 6th gears available.	REFER to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM .
P0753	SSPCA Coast Clutch	SSPCA circuit failure	SSPCA circuit failed to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit failure or PCM driver failure.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: No 2nd, 4th, 5th or 6th gears available. No gears available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: No 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th or 6th gears available.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0755	Shift Solenoid Pressure Control B (SSPCB) Overdrive Clutch	SSPCB circuit open	SSPCB circuit, clutch or solenoid failed to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or PCM driver failure during OBD test.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: Only 1st or 3rd gears available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: Only 5th gear available.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0756	SSPCB Overdrive Clutch	SSPCB clutch or solenoid - OFF	SSPCB clutch or solenoid failed in the OFF position during operation resulting in LOW pressure in the hydraulic circuit.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: No 2nd gear available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: No 2nd, 4th or 6th gears available.	REFER to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM .
P0757	SSPCB Overdrive Clutch	SSPCB clutch or solenoid failure - ON	SSPCB clutch or solenoid failed in the ON position during operation resulting in HIGH pressure in the hydraulic circuit.	No 1st, 3rd or 5th gears available.	REFER to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM .
P0758	SSPCB Overdrive Clutch	SSPCB circuit failure	SSPCB circuit failed to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit failure or PCM driver failure.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: Only 1st or 3rd gears available. No 2nd gear available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: No 5th gear available. Only 4th, 5th and 6th gears available.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0760	Shift Solenoid Pressure Control C (SSPCC) Intermediate Clutch	SSPCC circuit open	SSPCC circuit failed to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or PCM drive failure during OBD test.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: Only 1st and 2nd gears available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: Only 5th gear available.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0761	SSPCC Intermediate Clutch	SSPCC clutch or solenoid failure - OFF	SSPCC clutch or solenoid failed in the OFF position during operation resulting in LOW pressure in the hydraulic circuit.	No 3rd and 4th gear available.	REFER to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM .
P0762	SSPCC Intermediate Clutch	SSPCC clutch or solenoid failure - ON	SSPCC clutch or solenoid failed in the ON position during operation resulting in HIGH pressure in the hydraulic circuit.	Only 3rd and 4th gear available.	REFER to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM .
P0763	SSPCC Intermediate Clutch	SSPCC circuit failure	SSPCC circuit failed to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit failure or PCM driver failure.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: Only 1st, 2nd and 3rd gears available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: Only 4th and 5th gear available.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0765	Shift Solenoid Pressure Control D (SSPCD) Direct Clutch	SSPCD circuit open	SSPCD circuit failed to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or PCM driver failure during OBD test.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: Only 5th gear available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: Only 6th gear available.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0766	SSPCD Direct Clutch	SSPCD clutch or solenoid failure - OFF	SSPCD clutch or solenoid failed in the OFF position during operation resulting in HIGH pressure in the hydraulic circuit.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: No 5th gear available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: No 5th or 6th gears available.	REFER to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM .
P0767	SSPCD Direct Clutch	SSPCD clutch or solenoid failure - ON	SSPCD clutch or solenoid failed in the ON position during operation resulting in LOW pressure in the hydraulic circuit.	No 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th gears available.	REFER to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM .
P0768	SSPCD Direct Clutch	SSPCD circuit failure	SSPCD circuit failed to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit failure or PCM driver failure.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: Only 1st, 2nd and 5th gears available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: Only 5th and 6th gear available.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0770	Shift Solenoid Pressure Control E (SSPCE) Low/Reverse Clutch	SSPCE circuit open	SSPCE circuit failed to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or PCM drive failure during OBD test.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: Only 1st and 2nd gears available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: Only 5th gear available.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0771	SSPCE Low/Reverse Clutch	SSPCE clutch or solenoid failure - OFF	SSPCE clutch or solenoid failed in the OFF position during operation resulting in LOW pressure in the hydraulic circuit.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: No 1st gear available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: No 1st or 2nd gears available.	REFER to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM .
P0772	SSPCE Low/Reverse Clutch	SSPCE clutch or solenoid failure - ON	SSPCE clutch or solenoid failed in the ON position during operation resulting in HIGH pressure in the hydraulic circuit.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: Only 1st gear available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: Only 1st or 2nd gears available.	REFER to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM .
P0773	SSPCE Low/Reverse Clutch	SSPCE circuit failure	SSPCE circuit failed to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit failure or PCM driver failure.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: Only 1st and 2nd gears available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: Only 5th gear available.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0791	Intermediate Shaft Speed Sensor	Insufficient input from intermediate shaft speed sensor	PCM detected an insufficient signal from the intermediate shaft speed sensor during operation.	Harsh shifts or engagements, engine rpm higher or lower than expected. No 1st, 3rd or 5th gears.	GO to PINPOINT TEST D .
P0793	Intermediate Shaft Speed Sensor	No input from intermediate shaft speed sensor	PCM detected a loss of intermediate shaft speed sensor signal during operation.	Harsh shifts or engagements, engine rpm higher or lower than expected. No 1st, 3rd or 5th gears.	GO to PINPOINT TEST D .
P0794	Intermediate Shaft Speed Sensor	Intermediate shaft speed sensor signal intermittent	PCM has detected an intermittent intermediate shaft speed sensor signal.	-	GO to PINPOINT TEST D .
P0960	PCA	PCA circuit open failure	Voltage through PCA is checked. An error will be noted if parameters are exceeded.	Open circuit: maximum PCA pressure, harsh engagements and shifts. Engine rpm higher than expected.	GO to PINPOINT TEST E .
P0962	PCA	PCA short to ground circuit failure	Voltage through PCA is checked. An error will be noted if parameters are exceeded.	Short circuit: Only 5th gear present.	GO to PINPOINT TEST E .
P0963	PCA	PCA short to power circuit failure	Voltage through PCA is checked. An error will be noted if parameters are exceeded.	Maximum PCA pressure, harsh engagements and shifts. Engine rpm higher than expected.	GO to PINPOINT TEST E .
P0973	SSPCA Coast Circuit	SSPCA or circuit shorted to ground	Voltage through SSPCA circuit is checked. An error will be noted if tolerance is exceeded. Short to ground failure detected.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: No 2nd, 4th, 5th or 6th gears available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: No 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th or 6th gears available.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0974	SSPCA Coast Clutch	SSPCA or circuit shorted to power	Voltage through SSPCA circuit is checked. An error will be noted if tolerance is exceeded. Short to power failure detected.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: No gears available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: No 2nd, 4th or 6th gears available.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0976	SSPCB Overdrive Clutch	SSPCB or circuit shorted to ground	Voltage through SSPCB circuit is checked. An error will be noted if parameters are exceeded. Short to ground failure detected.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: No 2nd gear available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: Only 4th and 6th gears available.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0977	SSPCB Overdrive Clutch	SSPCB or circuit shorted to power	Voltage through SSPCB circuit is checked. An error will be noted if parameters are exceeded. Short to power failure detected.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: Only 1st and 3rd gears available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: Only 5th gear available.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0979	SSPCC Intermediate Clutch	SSPCC or circuit shorted to ground	Voltage through SSPCC circuit is checked. An error will be noted if parameters are exceeded. Short to ground failure detected.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: Only 3rd gear available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: Only 4th gear available.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0980	SSPCC Intermediate Clutch	SSPCC or circuit shorted to power	Voltage through SSPCC circuit is checked. An error will be noted if parameters are exceeded. Short to power failure detected.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: Only 1st and 2nd gear available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: Only 5th gear available.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0982	SSPCD Direct Clutch	SSPCD or circuit shorted to ground	Voltage through SSPCD circuit is checked. An error will be noted if parameters are exceeded. Short to ground failure detected.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: Only 1st and 2nd gears available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: Only 5th gear available.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0983	SSPCD Direct Clutch	SSPCD or circuit shorted to power	Voltage through SSPCD circuit is checked. An error will be noted if parameters are exceeded. Short to power failure detected.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: Only 5th gear available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: Only 6th gear available.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0985	SSPCE Low/Reverse Clutch	SSPCE or circuit shorted to ground	Voltage through SSPCE circuit is checked. An error will be noted if parameters are exceeded. Short to ground failure detected.	Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: Only 5th gear available.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P0986	SSPCE Low/Reverse Clutch	SSPCE or circuit shorted to power	Voltage through SSPCE circuit is checked. An error will be noted if parameters are exceeded. Short to power failure detected.	Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: Only 1st and 2nd gears available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: Only 5th gear available.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
P1702	TR Sensor	TR error	TR sensor error detected.	Only REVERSE, NEUTRAL and 5th gear detected. Engine may not crank.	GO to PINPOINT TEST C .
P1705	TR Sensor	TR sensor not in P or N positions during Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO) or Key ON Engine Running (KOER)	KOEO or KOER not run in P or N positions, or TR sensor circuit failure.	DTC is set.	RERUN KOEO and KOER in the P or N position. GO to PINPOINT TEST C .
P1711	TFT Sensor	TFT out of range during KOEO or KOER	Transmission not operating at temperature during KOEO or KOER test.	DTC set: engine cold or overheated.	Warm or cool the engine to normal operating temperature. RERUN KOEO and KOER test. GO to PINPOINT TEST B .
P1744	TCC Solenoid	TCC solenoid circuit performance error	Torque converter slippage detected during engagement command indicating a concern with mechanical or hydraulic operation of the TCC.	TCC slippage when commanded on indicating a concern with the mechanical or hydraulic TCC operation. No TCC engagement.	REFER to DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM .
P1780	Transmission Control Switch (TCS)	TCS input incorrect per selected position	TCS voltage incorrect.	No Tow/Haul feature when the TCS is pressed during self test.	RERUN OBD test and cycle the TCS switch. If concern is still present, REFER to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS .
P1783	TFT Sensor	Transmission overtemp condition indicated	TFT exceeded 127°C (270°F).	Torque converter engages earlier than expected.	GO to PINPOINT TEST B .
P1910	Backup lamp driver circuit	Backup lamp driver control circuit failed	Backup lamp driver control circuit failed.	No backup lamps in reverse. TR sensor is OK.	REFER to EXTERIOR LIGHTING .
P2700	Coast Clutch	Coast clutch failed on or off	The PCM has detected a failure within the coast clutch system.	Not all gears available. Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: No 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 5th gears available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: No 1st, 2nd, 4th or 5th gears available.	Coast clutch failed on or off. REFER to the Clutch, Solenoid, Application Charts located at the beginning of Pinpoint Tests - OSC Equipped Vehicles. If other solenoid DTCs are present, GO to PINPOINT TEST A . If only P0730 and/or 2700 series DTCs are present, INSTALL the appropriate clutch solenoid. CLEAR the DTCs and ROAD TEST the vehicle. If the concern is still present, REPAIR/INSTALL new internal transmission components.
P2701	Overdrive Clutch	Overdrive clutch failed ON or OFF	The PCM has detected a failure within the overdrive clutch system.	Not all gears available. Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: No 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 5th gears available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: No 2nd, 4th or 6th gears available.	Overdrive clutch failed ON or OFF. REFER to the SOLENOID APPLICATION CHARTS located at the beginning of Pinpoint Tests - OSC Equipped Vehicles. If other solenoid DTCs are present, GO to PINPOINT TEST A . If only P0730 and/or 2700 series DTCs are present, INSTALL the appropriate clutch solenoid. CLEAR the DTCs and ROAD TEST the vehicle. If the concern is still present, REPAIR/INSTALL new internal transmission components.
P2702	Intermediate Clutch	Intermediate clutch failed ON or OFF	The PCM has detected a failure within the intermediate clutch system.	Not all gears available. No 3rd and 4th gears available. Only 3rd and 4th gears available.	Intermediate clutch failed ON or OFF. REFER to the Clutch, Solenoid, Application Charts located at the beginning of Pinpoint Tests - OSC Equipped Vehicles. If other solenoid DTCs are present, GO to PINPOINT TEST A . If only P0730 and/or 2700 series DTCs are present, INSTALL the appropriate clutch solenoid. CLEAR the DTCs and ROAD TEST the vehicle. If the concern is still present, REPAIR/INSTALL new internal transmission components.
P2703	Direct Clutch	Direct clutch failed ON or OFF	The PCM has detected a failure within the direct clutch system.	Not all gears available. Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: No 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th gears available. No 5th or 6th gears available.	Direct clutch failed ON or OFF. REFER to the SOLENOID APPLICATION CHARTS located at the beginning of Pinpoint Tests - OSC Equipped Vehicles. If other solenoid DTCs are present, GO to PINPOINT TEST A . If only P0730 and/or 2700 series DTCs are present, INSTALL the appropriate clutch solenoid. CLEAR the DTCs and ROAD TEST the vehicle. If the concern is still present, REPAIR/INSTALL new internal transmission components.
P2704	Low Reverse Clutch	Low reverse clutch failed ON or OFF	The PCM has detected a failure within the low reverse clutch system.	Not all gears available. Tow/Haul OFF or O/D ON: No 1st gear available. Only 1st gear available. Tow/Haul ON or O/D OFF: No 1st or 2nd gears available. Only 1st or 2nd gears available.	Low reverse clutch failed ON or OFF. REFER to the Clutch, Solenoid, Application Charts located at the beginning of Pinpoint Tests - OSC Equipped Vehicles. If other solenoid DTCs are present, GO to PINPOINT TEST A . If only P0730 and/or 2700 series DTCs are present, INSTALL the appropriate clutch solenoid. CLEAR the DTCs and ROAD TEST the vehicle. If the concern is still present, REPAIR/INSTALL new internal transmission components.