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A: Shift Solenoids

Pinpoint Test A - Shift Solenoids

DTC List: P0750, P0755, P0760 - Solenoid Circuit Failures
P0731, P0732, P0733, P0734 - Gear Errors Indicated
P0751, P0756, P0761, P1751, P1756, P1761 - Solenoid Function Failures

NOTE: This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the shift solenoid electrical system only. To prevent replacement of good components, be aware that the following areas may be at fault:

Engine - Performance, Cooling, Brakes
Electrical - Battery, Input Sensors, Wiring Harnesses
Transmission - Internal Components, Linkages, Cooling

Internal Harness Diagram:







This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following components:

Transmission wiring harness, 881,882,883, VPWR
Powertrain control module (PCM) - 12A650

Solenoid Operation Chart - 4R44E/4R55E:






The chart shows normal solenoid operation for given operating modes.


Shift Solenoid Failure Mode Charts

NOTE: 2nd and 4th gear in O/D position can only be obtained with sufficient EPC pressure (i.e. no short in EPC circuit can be present).

Shift Solenoid Failure "Always Off"

SS1:






SS2:






SS3:






Shift Solenoid failed in the OFF mode due to PCM and/or vehicle wiring concerns; solenoid electrically or mechanically stuck in the OFF mode.

Shift Solenoid Failure "Always On"

SS1 Always On:






SS2 Always On:






SS3 Always On:






SS3 Always On:






Failed ON due to powertrain control module and/or vehicle wiring concerns; solenoid electrically or mechanically stuck ON.

NOTE: 2nd and 4th gear in O/D position can only be obtained with sufficient EPC pressure (ie., no short in EPC circuit can be present).

Pinpoint Test A: Shift Solenoids - A1-A2:







Pinpoint Test A: Shift Solenoids - A3-A6:






Pinpoint Test A: Shift Solenoids - A7:






Pinpoint Test A: Shift Solenoids - A8-A9:






Pinpoint Test A: Shift Solenoids - A10-A13: