Torque Converter Clutch (TCC)

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For TCC operation, REFER to: Transmission Description - System Operation and Component Description . REFER to: Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) .

Symptom Chart

Symptom	Possible Sources	Action
TCC does not apply	Solenoid filter blocked to the TCC solenoid	INSTALL a new TCC solenoid. REFER to: Solenoid .
TCC solenoid mechanically stuck OFF		INSTALL a new TCC solenoid. REFER to: Solenoid .
TCC regulator valve stuck OFF		DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN and INSPECT the TCC regulator valve. If bore or valve is damaged, INSTALL a new main control. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body .
TCC control valve stuck OFF		DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the pump assembly for debris/blockage. CLEAN as necessary. REFER to: Pump Assembly .
TCC APPLY hydraulic circuit blocked or leaking		DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the transmission, main control and pump assembly passages for debris/blockage. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . REFER to: Transmission . CLEAN as necessary. INSPECT the TCC hydraulic circuit leak paths,
TCC friction material worn or damaged.		INSTALL a new torque converter. REFER to: Transmission .
TCC always applied/stalls vehicle	TCC solenoid mechanically stuck ON	INSTALL a new TCC solenoid. REFER to: Solenoid .
TCC regulator valve stuck ON		DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN and INSPECT the TCC regulator valve. If bore or valve is damaged, INSTALL a new main control. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body .
TCC control valve stuck ON		DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the pump assembly for debris/ blockage. CLEAN as necessary. REFER to: Pump Assembly .
TCC RELEASE hydraulic circuit blocked or leaking		DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the transmission, main control and pump assembly passages for debris/blockage. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . REFER to: Transmission . CLEAN as necessary. INSPECT the TCC hydraulic circuit leak paths, REFER to: Leakage Inspection .
TCC welded or damaged.		INSTALL a new torque converter. REFER to: Transmission .
TCC cycles, shudders or chatters	Incorrect Transmission Strategy programmed into the PCM	REFER to: Transmission Strategy Download .
TCC solenoid filter or seal damaged at TCC solenoid		INSTALL a new TCC solenoid. REFER to: Solenoid .
TCC solenoid mechanically sticking		INSTALL a new TCC solenoid. REFER to: Solenoid .
TCC regulator valve, springs, clips loose, stuck, binding, missing, misassembled		DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN and INSPECT the TCC regulator valve. If bore or valve is damaged, INSTALL a new main control. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body .
TCC control valve, springs, clips loose, stuck, binding, missing, misassembled		DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the pump assembly for debris/blockage. CLEAN as necessary. REFER to: Pump Assembly .
TCC RELEASE/TCC APPLY hydraulic circuit blocked or leaking		DISASSEMBLE and INSPECT the transmission, main control and pump assembly for debris/blockage. REFER to: Main Control Valve Body . REFER to: Transmission . CLEAN as necessary. INSPECT the TCC hydraulic circuit leak paths, REFER to: Leakage Inspection .
TCC cycling/shudder/chatter		Verify the TCC is causing the concern. Attempt to duplicate event while commanding the PID TCC_OSC OFF. If the concern cannot be duplicated while the TCC is commanded off the TCC may be worn or damaged. REFER to: Transmission .