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P1686



DTC P1684, P1685 or P1686

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptors

DTC P1684
- Transmission Control Module (TCM) Power Up Temperature Sensor Performance

DTC P1685
- Transmission Control Module (TCM) Power Up Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Voltage

DTC P1686
- Transmission Control Module (TCM) Power Up Temperature Sensor Circuit High Voltage

Circuit/System Description

The transmission control module (TCM) power up temperature sensor is located inside of the control solenoid (w/body and TCM) valve assembly and is not serviced separately. The TCM power up temperature sensor provides the temperature of the TCM at TCM power up. This temperature reading is used in various shifting and diagnostic routines in the TCM software. This fault is handled inside the TCM and no external circuits are involved.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The engine speed is greater than 450 RPM.

DTC P1684

* No DTCs P0711, P0712, P0713, P0716, P0717, P0722, P0723, or P1684.
* DTC P1684 has not passed this key ON.
* The TCM power up temperature is between -39 and +149°C (-38 and +300°F).

DTC P1685

* No DTCs P0716, P0717, P0722, or P0723.
* The transmission output shaft speed is greater than 200 RPM for greater than 200 seconds.
* The torque converter clutch (TCC) slip speed is equal to or greater than 120 RPM for 200 seconds or greater.
* DTC P1685 has not failed this ignition cycle.

DTC P1685

DTC P1686 has not failed this ignition cycle.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

DTC P1684

Fail Case 1

* Vehicle speed is greater than 8 km/h (5 mph) for 300 seconds cumulative.
* TCC slip speed is greater than 120 RPM for 300 seconds cumulative.
* The TCM power up temperature is between -40 and +21°C (-40 and +70°F).
* The TCM power up temperature has changed by less than 2°C (3.6°5F) in 100 seconds.
* The transmission fluid temperature (TFT) is greater than 70°C (158°F).
* The TFT has increased by 55°C (99°F) since start-up.

Fail Case 2

* Vehicle speed is greater than 8 km/h (5 mph) for 300 seconds cumulative.
* TCC slip speed is greater than 120 RPM for 300 seconds cumulative.
* The TCM temperature sensor is between 120-150°C (248-302°F).
* The TCM power up temperature has changed by less than 2°C (3.6°F) in 100 seconds.
* The TFT is greater than 70°C (158°F).
* The TFT has increased by 55°C (99°F) since start-up.

Fail Case 3

The TCM power up temperature changes by greater than or equal to 20°C (36°F) 14 times over 7 seconds.

DTC P1685

The TCM power up temperature is less than or equal to -61°C (-77°5F) for greater than 10 seconds.

DTC P1686

The TCM power up temperature is greater than or equal to 161°C (321°F) for greater than 10 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

* DTCs P1684, P1685, and P1686 are Type C DTCs.
* The TCM allows the vehicle to operate in transmission protection mode.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

DTCs P1684, P1685, and P1686 are Type C DTCs.

Diagnostic Aids

Reprogram the TCM and retest the DTC to see if the DTC resets.

Circuit/System Testing

1. Clear the DTC and operate the vehicle under the Conditions for Running the DTC and the Conditions for Setting the DTC.
2. Shut the ignition OFF for 30 seconds, and then verify that the DTC does not reset.

- If the DTC resets, replace the control solenoid (w/body and TCM) valve assembly.

Component Testing

Perform the Control Solenoid Valve and Transmission Control Module Assembly Inspection. Control Solenoid Valve and Transmission Control Module Assembly Inspection

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure. Verification Tests

1. Control solenoid (w/body and TCM) valve assembly replacement. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming.
2. Perform the Service Fast Learn Adapts. Programming and Relearning