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Powertrain Control Module (PCM) - 545RFE






P1715-RESTRICTED MANUAL VALVE IN T3 RANGE

For a complete wiring diagram, refer to the Wiring Information.

- When Monitored:
Whenever the PRNDL code indicates Temp 3.

- Set Condition:
This DTC sets when conditions for the DTC P1776 are satisfied or three unsuccessful attempts to engage 1st gear while the shifter is in the temp 3 zone. This indicates a restricted port at the manual valve because the shifter is not fully engaged in the drive position.





Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting Procedure before proceeding. Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting Procedure.

1. DETERMINING IF RELATED DTCs ARE PRESENT
1. With the scan tool, check DTCs.

Are any of the following DTCs P0731, P0732, P0733, P0734, P0736, or P0716 present?

Yes

- Testing and Inspection Perform the appropriate diagnostic procedure.

No

- Go To 2

2. CHECK SHIFTER ADJUSTMENT
1. Check Shifter adjustment.

Is the shifter properly adjusted?

Yes

- Go To 3

No

- Adjust the Shifter Assembly.
- Perform the TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST. Verification Tests.

3. CHECK CUSTOMER DRIVING HABIT
1. This DTC can be set if the customer rests their hand on the shift lever while they are driving. The transmission can be put in the T3 position if just enough upward pressure towards neutral is exerted on the shift lever.
2. When this occurs, the feed port to the clutch is restricted, the transmission will declare neutral, and this DTC will be set. The customer should be informed not to rest their hand on the shifter while driving.
3. This DTC can also be set by simply bumping the shift lever toward neutral while accelerating.
4. With the scan tool, check the Event Data to help identify the conditions in which the DTC was set.

Repair

- This DTC can be set by putting too much forward pressure on the shift lever while it is in the OD position. Make sure the customer is informed.
- Perform the TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST. Verification Tests.