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Test Description

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The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. 4:  This step tests the function of the 1-2 SS valve and the automatic transmission (AT) wiring harness.
  2. 5:  This step tests for voltage to the 1-2 SS valve from the ignition through the fuse.
  3. 6:  This step tests the ability of the TCM and the wiring to control the ground circuit.
  4. 8:  This step measures the resistance of the AT wiring harness and the 1-2 SS valve.
DTC P0973

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
  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
    3. IMPORTANT: Before clearing the DTC, use the scan tool in order to record the Freeze Frame and Failure Records. Using the Clear Info function erases the Freeze Frame and Failure Records from the TCM.
  3. Record the DTC Freeze Frame and Failure Records.
  4. Clear the DTC.
Are any of the following DTCs also set?
  • P0787
  • P0976
  • P2764
  • P2769
 - Go to Step 3  Go to Step 4 
3 Inspect the ignition voltage circuit fuse for an open.
Refer to Circuit Protection - Fuses .
Is the fuse open?		 - Go to Step 12  Go to Step 5 
4  Use the scan tool in order to command the 1-2 SS valve ON and OFF 3 times while listening to the bottom of the transmission pan, a stethoscope may be necessary.
Does the 1-2 solenoid click when commanded ON and OFF?		 - Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Go to Step 5 
5 
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the AT inline 20-way connector, additional DTCs may set.
  3. Install the J 44152  Jumper Harness (20 pins) on the engine side of the AT inline 20-way connector. See Special Tools .
  4. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  5. Using the J 35616  GM Terminal Test Kit, connect a test lamp from the 1-2 SS valve ignition voltage circuit of the J 44152  to ground. See Special Tools .
Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline 20-Way Connector End View .Does the test lamp illuminate?		 - Go to Step 6  Go to Step 15 
6 
  1. Connect a test lamp between the 1-2 SS valve ignition voltage and control circuits of the J 44152  . See Special Tools .

    Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline 20-Way Connector End View .

  2. Use the scan tool in order to command the 1-2 SS valve ON and OFF 3 times.
Does the test lamp turn ON and OFF with each command?		 - Go to Step 8  Go to Step 7 
7 Is the test lamp always ON? - Go to Step 16  Go to Step 17 
8 
  1. Install the J 44152  on the transmission side of the AT inline 20-way connector. See Special Tools .
  2. Using the DMM and the J 35616  , measure the resistance between the 1-2 SS valve ignition voltage and control circuits of the J 44152  . See Special Tools .

    Refer to Testing for Continuity .

Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline 20-Way Connector End View .Does the resistance measure within the specified range?		 19-31 Ω Go to Step 9  Go to Step 10 
9 Measure the resistance from the 1-2 SS valve ignition voltage and control circuits to ground.
Refer to Testing for Continuity .
Do both readings measure greater than the specified value?		 250 K Ω Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Go to Step 11 
10
  1. Disconnect the AT wiring harness from the 1-2 SS valve.
  2. Measure the resistance of the 1-2 SS valve.
Refer to Testing for Continuity .Does the resistance measure within the specified range?		 19-31 Ω Go to Step 18  Go to Step 19 
11
  1. Disconnect the AT wiring harness from the 1-2 SS valve.
  2. Measure the resistance from the component's terminals to ground.
Refer to Testing for Continuity .Do both readings measure greater than the specified value?		 250 K Ω Go to Step 18  Go to Step 19 
12
IMPORTANT: The condition that affects this circuit may exist in other connecting branches of the circuit. Refer to Power Distribution Schematics for complete circuit distribution.
Test the ignition circuit of the 1-2 SS valve for a short to ground between the fuse block-underhood 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 21  Go to Step 13 
13
IMPORTANT: The condition that affects this circuit may exist in other connecting branches of the circuit. Refer to Power Distribution Schematics for complete circuit distribution.
Test the ignition voltage circuit of the 1-2 SS valve for a short to ground between the AT inline 20-way connector and the 1-2 SS valve.Refer to Testing for Short to Ground .Did you find a short to ground condition?		 - Go to Step 18  Go to Step 14 
14
  1. Test each solenoid for a short to ground.
  2. Replace the faulty solenoid as necessary.
Did you complete the replacement?		 - Go to Step 21  -
15
IMPORTANT: The condition that affects this circuit may exist in other connecting branches of the circuit. Refer to Power Distribution Schematics for complete circuit distribution.
Test the ignition circuit of the 1-2 SS valve for an open.Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs .Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 21  -
16 Test the control circuit of the 1-2 SS valve 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 21  Go to Step 20 
17 Test the control circuit of the 1-2 SS valve for an open or short to voltage between the TCM and the AT inline 20-way connector.
Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs .
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 21  Go to Step 20 
18 Replace the AT wiring harness.
Refer to Torque Converter Clutch Pulse Width Modulation Solenoid, Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid, and Wiring Harness .
Did you complete the replacement?		 - Go to Step 21  -
19 Replace the 1-2 SS valve.
Refer to Control and Shift Solenoids Replacement .
Did you complete the replacement?		 - Go to Step 21  -
20 Replace the TCM.
Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming.
Did you complete the replacement?		 - Go to Step 21  -
21 Perform the following procedure in order to verify the repair:
  1. Select DTC.
  2. Select Clear Info.
  3. Drive the vehicle in D4 and ensure the following conditions are met:
    • The TCM commands the 1-2 SS valve ON and the 1-2 Sol. CKT status parameter displays OK.
    • The TCM commands the 1-2 SS valve OFF and the 1-2 Sol. CKT status parameter displays OK.
    • All conditions are met for 5 seconds.
  4. Select Specific DTC.
  5. Enter DTC P0973.

Has the test run and passed?		 - Go to Step 22  Go to Step 2 
22 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
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