Test Description
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The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
- 3: This step tests for a short to ground condition.
- 4: This step tests for an internal fault within the transmission by creating an open.
DTC P0712
| Step | Action | Values | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | - | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle |
| 2 | Inspect for correct transmission fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Checking . Did you perform the fluid checking procedure? |
- | Go to Step 3 | Go to Transmission Fluid Checking |
| 3 |
IMPORTANT:
Before clearing the DTC, use the scan tool in order to record the Failure Records. Using the Clear Info function erases the Failure Records from the TCM.
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0.2 V | Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 |
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4.92 V | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 7 |
| 5 |
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3088-3942 Ω at 20°C (68°F) 159-198 Ω at 100°C (212°F) |
Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections | Go to Step 6 |
| 6 | Test the signal circuit of the TFT sensor for a short to ground between the AT inline 20-way connector and the TFT sensor. Refer to Testing for Short to Ground . Did you find a short to ground condition? |
- | Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 8 |
| 7 | Test the signal circuit of the TFT sensor for a short to ground between the TCM and the AT inline 20-way connector. Refer to Testing for Short to Ground and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? |
- | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 10 |
| 8 | Replace the TFT sensor, this sensor is part of the TFP manual valve position switch. Refer to Valve Body and Pressure Switch Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? |
- | Go to Step 11 | - |
| 9 | Replace the AT wiring harness. Refer to Valve Body and Pressure Switch Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? |
- | Go to Step 11 | - |
| 10 | Replace the TCM. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming. Did you complete the replacement? |
- | Go to Step 11 | - |
| 11 | Perform the following procedure in order to verify the repair:
Has the test run and passed? |
- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 2 |
| 12 | With the scan tool, observe the stored information, capture info, and DTC Info. Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed? |
- | Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle | System OK |