Circuit Description
The PCM uses the pressure control (PC) solenoid valve in order to regulate the transmission line pressure. The PC solenoid valve consists of an electrical connector, a coil, an armature, a regulating spring, and a poppet valve. The PC solenoid valve is attached to the control valve body. The PCM compares TP voltage, fluid temperature, gear states, and other inputs in order to determine the line pressure appropriate for a given load. The PCM regulates the pressure by applying a varying amperage to the PC solenoid valve. The applied amperage varies from 0.1 amps for maximum line pressure to 1.1 amps for minimum line pressure. The PCM then monitors the amperage at the return line.
When the PCM detects a continuous open, short to ground, or short to voltage in the PC solenoid valve circuit, then DTC P0748 sets. DTC P0748 is a type C DTC.
Conditions for Running the DTC
The system voltage is 8-18 volts.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The PC solenoid valve duty cycle is 0 percent, or greater than 95 percent.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The PCM does not illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). |
| • | The PCM commands maximum line pressure, 0 amps. |
| • | The PCM freezes transmission adapt functions. |
| • | 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 warm-up cycles without a non-emission-related diagnostic fault occurring. |
| • | The PCM cancels the DTC default actions when the ignition switch is OFF long enough in order to power down the PCM. |
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
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This step verifies the ability of the PCM to command the PC solenoid valve.
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This step verifies that the automatic transmission wiring harness and the PC solenoid valve have correct resistance.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
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1 | Did you perform the Powertrain Diagnostic System Check? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls in Engine Controls |
Important: Before clearing the DTC, use the scan tool in order to record the Failure Records. Using the Clear Info function erases the Failure Records from the PCM. Does the PC Sol. Actual Current amp reading differ from the PC Sol. Ref. Current amp reading by no more than the specified amount? | 0.16 amps | Go to Intermittent Conditions in Engine Controls | Go to Step 3 | |
Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline Harness Connector End View . Is the resistance within the specified range? | 3-7 ohms | 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 |
Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems. Did you find a condition? | -- | Go to Step 18 | Go to Step 19 |
6 | Test the high control circuit (CKT 1228) and the low control circuit (CKT 1229) of the PC solenoid valve for being shorted together between the AT inline 20-way connector and the PC solenoid valve. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems. Did you find a condition? | -- | Go to Step 18 | Go to Step 19 |
7 | Measure the resistance from terminal C of the J 44152 to ground. Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline Harness Connector End View . Is the resistance less than the specified value? | 1,000 ohms | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 9 |
8 |
Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems. Did you find a condition? | -- | Go to Step 18 | Go to Step 19 |
9 | Measure the resistance between terminal C and all other terminals, except terminal D, of the J 44152 . Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline Harness Connector End View . Is the resistance between terminal C and any other terminal, except terminal D, less than the specified value? | 10 ohms | Go to Step 18 | Go to Step 10 |
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Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline Harness Connector End View . Is the resistance less than the specified value? | 10 ohms | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 12 |
11 | Test the low control circuit (CKT 1229) of the PC solenoid valve for a short to ground between the PCM connector C2 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 21 | -- |
12 | Using the DMM and the J 35616 , measure the resistance between terminal D of the J 44152 and terminal 46 of the PCM connector C2. Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline Harness Connector End View . Is the resistance less than the specified value? | 10 ohms | Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 13 |
13 | Test the low control circuit (CKT 1229) of the PC solenoid valve for an open between the PCM connector C2 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 21 | -- |
14 | Using the DMM and the J 35616 , measure the resistance from terminal C of the J 44152 to ground. Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline Harness Connector End View . Is the resistance less than the specified value? | 10 ohms | Go to Step 15 | Go to Step 16 |
15 | Test the high control circuit (CKT 1228) of the PC solenoid valve for a short to ground between the PCM connector C2 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 21 | -- |
16 | Using the DMM and the J 35616 , measure the resistance between terminal C of the J 44152 and terminal 45 of the PCM connector C2. Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline Harness Connector End View . Is the resistance less than the specified value? | 10 ohms | Go to Step 20 | Go to Step 17 |
17 | Test the high control circuit (CKT 1228) of the PC solenoid valve for an open between the PCM connector C2 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 21 | -- |
18 | Replace the automatic transmission wiring harness. Refer to Transmission Overhaul in Transmission Unit Repair Manual. Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 21 | -- |
19 | Replace the PC solenoid valve. Refer to Control and Shift Solenoids Replacement. Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 21 | -- |
20 | Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement in Engine Controls. Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 21 | -- |
21 | Perform the following procedure in order to verify the repair:
Has the test run and passed? | -- | System OK | Go to Step 1 |
