Action Taken When the DTC Sets

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P0973

DTC P0973 is a Type A DTC.
The TCM defaults the transmission to 2nd gear or reverse gear.
The TCM forces the torque converter clutch (TCC) OFF.
The TCM commands maximum line pressure.
The TCM freezes transmission adaptive functions.
The TCM enables Torque Management.
The TCM inhibits TAP function.
The TCM inhibits manual shifting of forward gears.

P0974

DTC P0974 is a Type B DTC.
The TCM inhibits 1st gear.