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Shift Solenoid Failure Mode Charts



SHIFT SOLENOID FAILURE "ALWAYS OFF"











Failed OFF due to powertrain control module and/or vehicle wiring concerns, and/or solenoid electrically stuck off and/or hydraulically stuck OFF.

SHIFT SOLENOID FAILURE "ALWAYS ON"











Failed ON due to Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and/or vehicle wiring concerns; solenoid electrically or mechanically stuck ON.