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Powertrain Diagnosis

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
This diagnostic trouble code (DTC) can set if there is an engine torque limitation caused by the traction control system, the transmission, or an engine speed limitation.

CONDITIONS FOR RUNNING THE DTC
The engine speed is more than 40 RPM.

CONDITIONS FOR SETTING THE DTC
The engine output torque exceeds a certain value for 600 seconds.

ACTION TAKEN WHEN THE DTC SETS
- The control module stores the DTC information into memory when the diagnostic runs and fails.
- The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will not illuminate.
- The control module records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The control module stores this information in the Failure Records.
- The driver information center, if equipped, may display a message.

CONDITIONS FOR CLEARING THE DTC
- A current DTC Last Test Failed clears when the diagnostic runs and passes.
- A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other non-emission related diagnostic.
- Clear the DTC with a scan tool.

TEST

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