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P0746

DTC P0746: A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve A Stuck OFF:

NOTE: Record all freeze data and review General Troubleshooting Information before you troubleshoot.

1. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).
2. Make sure that the transmission is filled to the proper level, and check for fluid leaks.
3. Drain the ATF through a strainer. Inspect the strainer for metal debris or excessive clutch material.
Does the strainer have metal debris or excessive clutch material?
YES- Replace the transmission.
NO- Replace the ATF, then go to step 4.
4. Clear the DTC with the HDS.
5. Test-drive the vehicle in the D position in all five gears at speeds over 12 mph (20 km/h) for more than 20 seconds, then slow down to a stop.
6. Retest-drive the vehicle in the D position in all five gears at speeds over 12 mph (20 km/h) for more than 20 seconds, then slow down to a stop.
7. Monitor the OBD status for P0746 in the DTCs/Freeze Data in A/T Mode Menu for a pass/fail.
Does the result indicate a fail?
YES- Go to step 8.
NO- Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. If the tester indicates NOT COMPLETE, return to step 5 and recheck.
8. Clear the DTC with the HDS.
9. Choose Clutch Pressure Control (Linear) Solenoid A in Miscellaneous Test Menu, and test the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A with the HDS.
Is the system OK?
YES- Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time.
NO- Follow the instructions indicated on the HDS by the tester result. Go to step 10 if any part is replaced.
10. Clear the DTC with the HDS.
11. Test-drive the vehicle in the D position in all five gears at speeds over 12 mph (20 km/h) for more than 20 seconds, then slow down to a stop.
12. Retest-drive the vehicle in the D position in all five gears at speeds over 12 mph (20 km/h) for more than 20 seconds, then slow down to a stop.
13. Monitor the OBD status for P0746 in the DTCs/Freeze Data in A/T Mode Menu for a pass/fail.
Does the result indicate a pass?
YES- The problem has been corrected.
NO- Return to step 8 and recheck.