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Diagnostic Procedure

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  1. Did you perform the diagnostic system check? If so, go to next step. If not, see DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK  under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM.
  2. Install a scan tool. Turn ignition on, engine off. Before clearing the DTC, use the scan tool to record the freeze frame and failure records for reference. The CLEAR INFO function will erase the data. Record the DTC freeze frame and failure records. Clear the DTC. Raise and support the rear axle assembly. Start the engine. Place the gearshift lever in the "D3" position. With the drive wheels rotating, slowly accelerate to 2000 engine RPM and hold. Road test the vehicle if necessary. Does the scan tool OSS drop or fluctuate more than 1300 RPM? If so, go to next step. If not, see DIAGNOSTIC AIDS  .
  3. Turn ignition off. Disconnect the PCM connector C2. Using a DVOM and the Connector Test Adapter Kit (J-35616-A), measure the resistance between PCM harness connector C2 terminals No. 20 and 21. Does the resistance measure 1377-3355 ohms? If so, go to next step. If not, go to step  7 .
  4. Place the gearshift lever in Neutral. Select AC volts. Prevent one rear wheel from turning. Rotate the other rear wheel by hand, ensuring that the driveshaft is turning. Does the voltage measure greater than 0.5 volt AC? If so, go to next step. If not, go to step  12 .
  5. Measure the resistance from PCM harness connector C2 terminal No. 21 to ground. Does the resistance measure greater than 50 k/ohms? If so, go to next step. If not, go to step  9 .
  6. Reconnect the PCM connector C2. Disconnect the engine wiring harness from the OSS assembly. Turn ignition on, engine off. Test the OSS high (821) and low (822) signal circuits for a short to power. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, go to step  15 . If not, go to step  14 .
  7. Disconnect the engine wiring harness from the OSS assembly. Measure the resistance of the OSS assembly. Does the resistance measure 1377-3355 ohms? If so, go to next step. If not, go to step  13 .
  8. Was the resistance measured in step  3 greater than 3355 ohms? If so, go to step  10 . If not, go to step  11 .
  9. Test the OSS high (821) and low (822) signal circuits for a short to ground. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, go to step  15 .
  10. Test the OSS high (821) and low (822) signal circuits for an open. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, go to step  15 .
  11. Test the OSS high (821) and low signal circuits (822) for a short together. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, go to step  15 .
  12. Remove the OSS assembly. Inspect the output shaft speed sensor rotor for damage or misalignment. Inspect the case extension bushing for wear. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, go to step  15 . If not, go to next step.
    13. NOTE: For vehicles equipped with an active transfer case, identify the OSS assembly before replacing. There are 2 transfer case speed sensors located near the OSS assembly.
  13. Replace the OSS assembly. See SPEED SENSORS  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Did you complete the replacement? If so, go to step  15 .
  14. Replace the PCM. See POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Did you complete the replacement? If so, go to next step.
  15. Perform the following procedure to verify the repair:
    • Select DTC.
    • Select CLEAR INFO.
    • The transmission output speed drop is less than 250 RPM for 2 seconds and output speed is greater than 300 RPM for 2 seconds.
    • Select SPECIFIC DTC.
    • Enter DTC P0503.

    Has the test run and passed? If so, system is okay. If not, go to step  1 .

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