M99 - Automatic Transmission
DTC P0969, P0970 or P0971
Diagnostic Instructions
* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
DTC Descriptor
DTC P0969
- Clutch Pressure Control (PC) Solenoid 3 System Performance
DTC P0970
- Clutch Pressure Control (PC) Solenoid 3 Control Circuit Low Voltage
DTC P0971
- Clutch Pressure Control (PC) Solenoid 3 Control Circuit High Voltage
Diagnostic Fault Information
Typical Scan Tool Data
Circuit/System Description
The clutch pressure control (PC) solenoid 3 is part of the control solenoid (w/body and TCM) valve assembly and is not serviced separately. The transmission control module (TCM) supplies 12 volts to the clutch PC solenoid 3 on the high side driver 1 circuit. The TCM controls the PC solenoid 3 through the clutch PC solenoid 3 control circuit. The normally high clutch PC solenoid 3 controls fluid to the hybrid low 1-2 and the 4th clutch assemblies when commanded ON and exhausts fluid when commanded OFF. The clutch PC solenoid 3 regulates the transmission fluid pressure to the hybrid low 1-2 and the 4th clutch assemblies.
Conditions for Running the DTC
* The engine run time is greater than 5 seconds.
* The clutch PC solenoid 3 is commanded ON.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
DTC P0969
The TCM detects an internal electrical performance malfunction of the clutch PC solenoid control circuit when the actual hybrid low 1-2 and the 4th clutch pressure does not equal the commanded hybrid low 1-2 and 4th clutch pressure for 300 milliseconds.
DTC P0970
The TCM detects an internal low voltage electrical malfunction of the clutch PC solenoid control circuit for 300 milliseconds.
DTC P0971
The TCM detects an internal high voltage electrical malfunction of the clutch PC solenoid control circuit for 300 milliseconds.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
* DTC P0969 is a Type B DTC.
* DTCs P0970 and P0971 are Type A DTCs.
* The TCM defaults the transmission to a limited shift pattern utilizing 2 forward gears and reverse based on the default detected.
* The TCM commands maximum line pressure.
* The TCM freezes transmission adaptive functions.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
* DTC P0969 is a Type B DTC.
* DTCs P0970 and P0971 are Type A DTCs.
Diagnostic Aids
When attempting to set solenoid electrical DTCs, ensure the TCM is warmed up and the transmission is operated in 2nd gear long enough to ensure a 3°C (5°F) increase in TCM substrate temperature. This will place the TCM under the optimal conditions to test solenoid electrical DTCs.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Automatic Transmission Controls Schematics (Electrical Diagrams)
Connector End View Reference
Component Connector End Views
Electrical Information Reference
* Circuit Testing
* Connector Repairs
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
* Wiring Repairs
* High Voltage Disabling
* High Voltage Enabling
DTC Type Reference
Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions
Circuit/System Verification
Perform the following procedure to place the control solenoid (w/body and TCM) valve assembly under the optimal conditions to test solenoid electrical DTCs.
1. Ensure the transmission fluid temperature is between 50-80°C (122-176°F).
2. Operate the vehicle in 2nd gear long enough to ensure at least a 3°C (5°F) rise in TCM substrate temperature, then operate the vehicle in 4th gear for 5 seconds.
Component Testing
The scan tool data parameter Clutch PC 3 Sol. CKT Status normally displays OK.
If the parameter displays Open/Short to Volts, Short to GND, or if the DTC resets, perform the Control Solenoid Valve and Transmission Control Module Assembly Inspection (Control Solenoid Valve and TCM Assembly Solenoid Performance Test) .
If no concerns are found, replace the control solenoid (w/body and TCM) valve assembly.
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
Control solenoid (w/body and TCM) valve assembly replacement. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming.