Diagnostic Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Jeep Liberty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
DIAGNOSTIC TEST REFERENCE - P1684-BATTERY WAS DISCONNECTED
| TEST | ACTION | APPLICABILITY |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
NOTE:
Low fluid level can be the cause of many transmission problems. If the fluid level is low locate and repair the leak then check and adjust the fluid level per the Service Information.
NOTE:
Always perform diagnostics with a fully charged battery to avoid false symptoms. With the DRBIII®, read the engine DTC's. Check and repair all engine DTC's prior to performing transmission symptom diagnostics.With the DRBIII®, read Transmission DTC's. Record all DTC's and 1 Trip Failures.
NOTE:
Diagnose 1 Trip Failures as a fully matured DTC. Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors. Repair as necessary.Perform the Shift Lever Position Test. If the test does not pass, refer to Symptom test for P0706 CHECK SHIFTER SIGNAL .For Gear Ratio DTC's, check and record all CVI's.Most DTC's set on start up but some must be set by driving the vehicle such that all diagnostic monitors have run.
NOTE:
Verify the flash level of the transmission controller. Some problems are corrected by software upgrades to the transmission controller.
NOTE:
Check for applicable TSB's related to the problem. Perform this procedure prior to Symptom diagnosis.ContinueGo To 2 |
All |
| 2 | This DTC is an informational DTC only. This DTC is set due to a momentary loss of the Fused B+ and/or ground to the TCM. Continue to view the possible causes for this DTC. Continue Go To 3 |
All |
| 3 | Has the battery recently been disconnected, lost it's charge, or been replaced? Yes --> This is the cause of the DTC. Erase the DTC and return the vehicle to the customer. Perform 45RFE/545RFE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 . No --> Go To 4 |
All |
| 4 | Has a DRBIII® Battery Disconnect procedure been performed? Yes --> This is the cause of the DTC. Erase the DTC and return the vehicle to the customer. Perform 45RFE/545RFE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 . No --> Go To 5 |
All |
| 5 | Has a QUICK LEARN been performed with the DRBIII®? Yes --> This is the cause of the DTC. Erase the DTC and return the vehicle to the customer. Perform 45RFE/545RFE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 . No --> Go To 6 |
All |
| 6 | Has the TCM been replaced or disconnected? Yes --> Replacing or disconnecting the TCM will set this DTC. Erase the DTC and return the vehicle to the customer. Perform 45RFE/545RFE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 . No --> Go To 7 |
All |
| 7 | The conditions necessary to set this DTC are not present at this time. Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors specific to this circuit. Wiggle the wires while checking for shorts and open circuits. Pay particular attention to the Fused B+ and all ground circuits. With the DRBIII®, check the EATX DTC EVENT DATA to help identify the conditions in which the DTC was set. Were there any problems found? Yes --> Repair as necessary. Perform 45RFE/545RFE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 . No --> Test Complete. |
All |