Circuit Description
The reverse shift solenoid (SS) valve (S5) controls transmission fluid pressure acting on the shift pressure relay valve. The reverse SS valve (S5) is a normally open exhaust valve located on the front control valve body. The solenoid is case grounded. The output driver module (ODM), within the transmission control module (TCM), commands the solenoid ON or OFF by providing voltage. When the reverse SS valve (S5) is commanded ON, the TCM senses high voltage. When the reverse SS valve (S5) is commanded OFF, the TCM senses low voltage.
If the TCM detects a continuous short to ground in the reverse SS valve (S5) circuit, then DTC P0985 sets. DTC P0985 is a type A DTC.
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | The system voltage is 8-18 volts. |
| • | The engine run time is greater than 5 seconds. |
| • | Trans. Protection Mode is OFF. |
| • | The TCM commands the reverse SS valve (S5) ON. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The reverse SS valve (S5) feedback circuit indicates a continuous short to ground for 0.5 seconds.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The TCM requests the engine control module (ECM) to illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). |
| • | The TCM turns the Trans. Protection Mode ON. When the Trans. Protection Mode is ON, the following conditions occur: |
| - | The transmission will operate in 5th gear when the transmission is shifted into D or I range and 2nd gear when shifted into L range. |
| - | The line pressure is at maximum. |
| - | The torque converter clutch (TCC) is disabled. |
| - | The TCM freezes the transmission adaptive functions. |
| • | The TCM requests the ECM to limit engine torque to 150 N·m (111 lb ft). |
| • | The ECM records the operating conditions when the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met. The ECM stores this information as Freeze Frame and Failure Records. |
| • | The TCM records the operating conditions when the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met. The TCM stores this information as Failure Record. |
| • | The TCM stores DTC P0985 in TCM history. |
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
| • | The ECM turns off the MIL after the third consecutive drive trip in which the TCM does not send a MIL illumination request. |
| • | A scan tool can clear the MIL/DTC. |
| • | The TCM clears the DTC from TCM history if the vehicle completes 40 warm-up cycles without an emission-related diagnostic fault occurring. |
| • | The TCM cancels the DTC default actions when the ignition switch is OFF long enough in order to power down the TCM. |
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
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This step tests the TCM and the wiring to the transmission.
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This step verifies that the circuit has the correct resistance.
Step | Action | Values | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls in Engine Controls 2.2L (L61) |
2 |
Important: Before clearing the DTC, use the scan tool in order to record the Freeze Frame and Failure Records. Using the Clear Eng./Trans. DTC Info function erases the Freeze Frame and Failure Records from the TCM. Does the scan tool display indicate a Short to GND? | -- | Go to Step 3 | Go to Intermittent Conditions in Engine Controls 2.2L (L61) |
Does the test lamp illuminate? | -- | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 5 | |
4 | Test the control circuit of the reverse shift solenoid (SS) valve (S5) for a short to ground between the TCM connector and the AT inline 14-way connector. Refer to Testing for Short to Ground and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 10 |
Does the resistance measure within the specified range? | 8.4-22.6 ohms | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 6 | |
6 |
Does the resistance measure less than the specified value? | 100 ohms | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 9 |
7 | Measure the resistance between the shift solenoid valve 5 high control circuit and all other circuits on the transmission side of the AT inline 14-way connector. Does the resistance measure less than the specified value? | 100 ohms | Go to Step 8 | Go to Intermittent Conditions in Engine Controls 2.2L (L61) |
8 | Replace the automatic transmission wiring harness. Refer to Wiring Harness Removal . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 11 | -- |
9 | Replace the reverse SS valve (S5). Refer to Control Valve Body Assembly Disassemble . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 11 | -- |
10 | Replace the TCM. Refer to Transmission Control Module Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 11 | -- |
11 | Perform the following procedure in order to verify the repair:
Has the test run and passed? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 2 |
12 | With the scan tool, observe the stored information, capture info, and DTC info. Does the scan tool display any DTC's that you have not diagnosed? | -- | Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List in Engine Controls - 2.2L (L61) | System OK |
