For 1990-2009 cars
Automatic Transmission Components
Automatic Transmission Controls Schematics
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Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice

### Circuit Description

The pressure control (PC) solenoid valve is located in the valve body. The PC solenoid valve controls transmission line pressure based on current flow through its windings. The PCM determines desired line pressure based on throttle position and other inputs. The PCM then varies the duty cycle on the high side of the PC solenoid valve to control current flow to the solenoid. Current is controlled from about 0.02 amps for maximum line pressure to 1.1 amps for minimum line pressure. The PCM monitors the actual current to the solenoid.

If the PCM detects a commanded current draw that differs from the actual current draw by more than a calibrated value, then DTC P0748 sets. DTC P0748 is a type C DTC.

### Conditions for Running the DTC

• | The PC solenoid valve is enabled.

• | The system voltage is:

- | Greater than 11 volts at a low temperature of -40°C (-40°F).

- | Greater than 13 volts at a high temperature of 151°C (304°F).

### Conditions for Setting the DTC

DTC P0748 sets when the duty cycle is outside the range of 0.5-95% for 0.2 seconds.

### Action Taken When the DTC Sets

• | The PCM does not illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL).

• | The PCM enters PC solenoid valve diagnostic retest mode. The retest mode conducts the following diagnostic routine:

1. | The PCM de-energizes the PC solenoid valve, resulting in maximum line pressure.

2. | After being de-energized for 2 seconds, the PCM commands the PC solenoid valve ON at 0.1 amp for the retest period of 5 seconds.

• | If no circuit faults are detected during the 5 second retest period, then the PC solenoid valve is returned to normal operation and DTC P0748 diagnostic is passed.

• | If a circuit fault is detected 3 times during normal operation, then the PCM de-energizes the PC solenoid valve for the remainder of that ignition cycle.

• | If a circuit fault is detected during the 5 second retest period, then the PCM de-energizes the PC solenoid valve for 2 seconds before reentering the retest mode.

• | If a circuit fault is detected 5 times without returning to normal operation, then the PC solenoid valve is de-energized for the remainder of that ignition cycle.

• | The PCM freezes shift adapts.

• | The PCM records the operating conditions when the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met. The PCM stores this information as Failure Records.

• | The PCM stores DTC P0748 in PCM history.

### Conditions for Clearing the DTC

• | A scan tool can clear the DTC.

• | The PCM clears the DTC from PCM history if the vehicle completes 40 consecutive warm-up cycles without a non-emission-related diagnostic fault occurring.

• | The PCM cancels the DTC default actions when the fault no longer exists and the ignition switch is OFF long enough in order to power down the PCM.

### Diagnostic Aids

• | Inspect the connectors at the controller, the component and all other circuit connecting points for an intermittent condition. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.

• | Inspect the circuit wiring for an intermittent condition. Refer to Testing for Electrical Intermittents in Wiring Systems.

• | Extended cranking with a low battery could set DTC P0748.

### Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

1. This step verifies that the fault is present.

2. This step tests the transmission wiring harness and the PC solenoid valve for correct resistance.

3. This step begins diagnosis of the engine side of the circuit.

#### DTC P0748 Pressure Control Solenoid Circuit -- Electrical

Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No
--- | --- | --- | --- | ---
1 | Did you perform the Powertrain Diagnostic System Check? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check in Engine Controls
2 |

1. Install a Scan Tool .
2. Start the engine.

Important: Before clearing the DTCs, use the Scan Tool in order to record the Failure Records for reference. Using the Clear Info function will erase the stored Failure Records from the PCM.

3. Record the Failure Records.
4. Clear the DTCs.
5. With the Scan Tool , command several values of solenoid reference current from 0.1 amp through 1.1 amp and observe the Scan Tool display.

Does the PC Sol. Actual Current reading differ from the PC Sol. Ref. Current reading by no more than the specified amount?

0.16 amp

Go to Diagnostic Aids

Go to Step 3

3 |

1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Disconnect the transmission 20-way connector.
3. Connect the J 44152 jumper harness to the transmission side of the 20-way connector.
4. Using the J 35616 connector test adapter kit, connect a J 39200 digital multimeter (DMM) from terminal C to terminal D of the J 44152 jumper harness.

Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline Harness Connector End View .

5. Measure the resistance between terminal C and terminal D.

Does the resistance measure within the specified range?

3-5 ohms at 20°C (68°F)

5-7 ohms at 88°C (190°F)

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 4

4 | Is the resistance greater than the specified value? | 7 ohms | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 6
5 |

1. Test the controlled power feed circuit (CKT 1228) of the PC solenoid valve for an open between the AT inline 20-way connector and the PC solenoid valve.
2. Test the controlled ground circuit (CKT 1229) of the PC solenoid valve for an open between the AT inline 20-way connector and the PC solenoid valve.

Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find the condition?

--

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 14

6 | Test the controlled power feed circuit (CKT 1228) and the controlled ground circuit (CKT 1229) of the PC solenoid valve for a short together between the AT inline 20-way connector and the PC solenoid valve. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find the condition?

--

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 14

7 |

1. Test the controlled power feed circuit (CKT 1228) of the PC solenoid valve for a short to the transmission case between the AT inline 20-way connector and the PC solenoid valve.
2. Test the controlled power feed circuit (CKT 1228) of the PC solenoid valve for a short to other power and ground circuits in the transmission harness. Test from terminal C to all other terminals in the transmission 20-way connector.

Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline Harness Connector End View .

Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find the condition?

--

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 8

8 |

1. Test the controlled ground circuit (CKT 1229) of the PC solenoid valve for a short to the transmission case between the AT inline 20-way connector and the PC solenoid valve.
2. Test the controlled ground circuit (CKT 1229) of the PC solenoid valve for a short to other power and ground circuits in the transmission harness. Test from terminal D to all other terminals in the transmission 20-way connector.

Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline Harness Connector End View .

Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find the condition?

--

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 9

9 |

1. Disconnect the J 44152 jumper harness from the transmission side of the 20-way connector.
2. Reconnect the 20-way connector.
3. Disconnect the PCM connector C2.
4. Using the J 39200 DMM, measure the resistance of the PC solenoid circuit from PCM harness connector terminals C2-45 to C2-46.

Does the resistance measure within the specified range?

3-10 ohms

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 10

10 | Does the resistance measure greater than the specified value? | 10 ohms | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 12
11 |

1. Test the controlled power feed circuit (CKT 1228) of the PC solenoid valve for an open between the PCM and the AT inline 20-way connector.
2. Test the controlled ground circuit (CKT 1229) of the PC solenoid valve for an open between the PCM and the AT inline 20-way connector.

Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

--

Go to Step 17

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12 | Test the controlled power feed circuit (CKT 1228) and the controlled ground circuit (CKT 1229) of the PC solenoid valve for a short together between the PCM and the AT inline 20-way connector. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

--

Go to Step 17

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13 |

1. Test the controlled power feed circuit (CKT 1228) of the PC solenoid valve for a short to ground or short to power between the PCM and the AT inline 20-way connector.
2. Test the controlled ground circuit (CKT 1229) of the PC solenoid valve for a short to ground or short to power between the PCM and the AT inline 20-way connector.

Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

--

Go to Step 17

Go to Step 16

14 | Replace the pressure control solenoid valve. Refer to Pressure Control Solenoid Valve Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 17 | --
15 | Replace the automatic transmission wiring harness assembly. Refer to Wiring Harness Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 17 | --
16 | Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming in Engine Controls. Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 17 | --
17 | Perform the following procedure in order to verify the repair:

1. Select DTC.
2. Select Clear Info.
3. Start the engine.
4. The PC solenoid valve actual current must be between 0.1 and 1.1 amp.
5. Select Specific DTC.
6. Enter DTC P0748.

Has the test run and passed?

--

System OK

Go to Step 1