2ML70 - Automatic Transmission
DTC P0969-P0971
Diagnostic Instructions
* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions Diagnostic Procedure Instructionsprovides an overview of each diagnostic category.
DTC Descriptor
DTC P0969
- Pressure Control (PC) Solenoid 3 System Performance
DTC P0970
- Pressure Control (PC) Solenoid 3 Control Circuit Low Voltage
DTC P0971
- Pressure Control (PC) Solenoid 3 Control Circuit High Voltage
Diagnostic Fault Information
Typical Scan Tool Data
Circuit/System Description
The clutch pressure control solenoid 3 is part of the control solenoid valve assembly and is not serviced separately. The transmission control module supplies 12 V to the clutch pressure control solenoid 3 on the high side driver 1 circuit. The transmission control module controls the clutch pressure control solenoid 3 through the clutch pressure control solenoid 3 control circuit. The normally high clutch pressure control solenoid 3 controls fluid to the hybrid low, 1-2 and the 4th clutch assemblies when commanded ON and exhausts fluid when commanded OFF. The clutch pressure control solenoid 3 regulates the transmission fluid pressure to the hybrid low, 1-2 and the 4th clutch assemblies.
Conditions for Running the DTC
* The engine run time is greater than 5 seconds.
* The vehicle speed is less than 200 km/h (124 mph) for 5 seconds.
* The system voltage is 11-18 V.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
P0969
The transmission control module detects an internal electrical performance malfunction of the clutch pressure control solenoid control circuit when the actual hybrid low, 1-2 and the 4th clutch pressure does not equal the commanded hybrid low, 1-2 and 4th clutch pressure for 300 milliseconds.
P0970
The transmission control module detects an internal low voltage electrical malfunction of the clutch PC solenoid control circuit for 500 milliseconds.
P0971
The transmission control module detects an internal high voltage electrical malfunction of the clutch PC solenoid control circuit for 500 milliseconds.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
* DTC P0969 is a Type B DTC.
* DTCs P0970 and P0971 are Type A DTCs.
* The transmission control module defaults the transmission to a limited shift pattern utilizing 2 forward gears and reverse based on the default detected.
* The transmission control module commands maximum line pressure.
* The transmission control module freezes transmission adaptive functions.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
* DTC P0969 is a Type B DTC.
* DTCs P0970 and P0971 are Type A DTCs.
Diagnostic Aids
When attempting to set solenoid electrical DTCs, ensure the transmission control module is warmed up and the transmission is operated long enough to ensure a 3°C (37°F) increase in TCM temperature parameter. This will place the transmission control module under the optimal conditions to test solenoid electrical DTCs.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Automatic Transmission Controls Schematics 2ML70 - Automatic Transmission
Connector End View Reference
Component Connector End Views Connector End Views By Name
Electrical Information Reference
* Circuit Testing Circuit Testing
* Connector Repairs Connector Repairs
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
* Wiring Repairs Wiring Repairs
DTC Type Reference
Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions
Circuit/System Verification
1. Engine ON, verify the transmission fluid temperature is between 50-80°C (122-176°F).
2. Operate the vehicle long enough to verify at least a 3°C (37°F) rise in TCM temperature parameter, then operate the vehicle in Park for 5 seconds.
3. Engine ON, observe the scan tool Clutch PC 3 Sol. CKT Status parameter. The reading should display OK or Indeterminate.
• If the reading is not within the specified range, replace the Q8 control solenoid valve assembly.
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification Verification Tests after completing the diagnostic procedure.
Control Module References Programming and Relearningfor Control Solenoid Valve Assembly replacement, programming and setup.