TCC In Drive Mode
This OSC function is used to test whether the torque converter clutch is engaging and disengaging correctly.The OSC functions for the TCC parameter allows the technician to choose the following:
- TCC - activates TCC OFF and ON.
- [ON] - turns TCC solenoid ON.
- [OFF] - turns TCC solenoid OFF.
OSC "TCC OFF" DRIVE MODE Operates ONLY when:
- anti-lock brake speed sensor and digital TR sensors are operational.
- No anti-lock brake speed sensor and digital TR sensor DTCs present.
- Engine ON.
- Transmission range selector lever in O/D.
- Vehicle speed is greater than 2 mph.
OSC "TCC ON" DRIVE MODE Operates ONLY when:
- anti-lock brake speed sensor and digital TR sensors are operational.
- No anti-lock brake speed sensor and digital TR sensor DTCs present.
- Engine ON.
- Transmission range selector lever in O/D.
- Vehicle speed is greater than 3.2 km/h (2 mph).
- Transmission in 2nd gear or higher.
- TFT is between 15-135°C (60-275°F).
- Brake not applied "OFF" below 32 mph (20 mph).
- (Not an excessive load on engine (engine lugging).
OSC Command Values
- [OFF] - turns TCC OFF.
- [ON] - turns TCC ON.
- [XXX] - cancels OSC value sent.
- [SEND] - sends the values to PCM.
Drive Mode Procedures for TCC
Follow operating instructions from the NGS menu screen.
- Select "Output State Control."
- Select "Trans - Drive Mode."
- Select "PIDs" to be monitored.
- Monitor all selected PIDs during test.
- Select "Parameters - TCC."
- Select "ON" to turn solenoid ON.
- Press "SEND" to send command ON.
- Select "OFF" to turn solenoid OFF.
- Press "SEND" to send command OFF.
- Select "XXX" to cancel at any time.
- Press " SEND. "