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M99 - Automatic Transmission



DTC P2719, P2720 or P2721

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 P2719
- Clutch Pressure Control (PC) Solenoid 4 System Performance

DTC P2720
- Clutch Pressure Control (PC) Solenoid 4 Control Circuit Low Voltage

DTC P2721
- Clutch Pressure Control (PC) Solenoid 4 Control Circuit High Voltage




Diagnostic Fault Information






Typical Scan Tool Data






Circuit/System Description

The clutch pressure control (PC) solenoid 4 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 4 through the high side driver 1 circuit. The TCM controls the clutch PC solenoid 4 through the clutch PC solenoid 4 control circuit. The normally low clutch PC solenoid 4 flows fluid to the 1-3 clutch when commanded ON and exhausts fluid when commanded OFF. The clutch PC solenoid 4 regulates the transmission fluid pressure to the 1-3 clutch.


Conditions for Running the DTC

* The engine run time is greater than 5 seconds.
* The clutch PC solenoid 4 is commanded ON or OFF.



Conditions for Setting the DTC

DTC P2719

The TCM detects an internal electrical performance malfunction of the clutch PC solenoid 4 control circuit and the actual 1-3 clutch pressure does not equal the commanded 1-3 clutch pressure for 300 milliseconds.

DTC P2720

The TCM detects an internal low voltage electrical malfunction of the clutch PC solenoid 4 control circuit for 300 milliseconds.

DTC P2721

The TCM detects an internal high voltage electrical malfunction of the clutch PC solenoid 4 control circuit for 300 milliseconds.


Action Taken When the DTC Sets

* DTCs P2719, P2720, and P2721 are Type B 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

DTCs P2719, P2720, and P2721 are Type B 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.



Component Testing

The scan tool data parameter Clutch PC 4 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) and 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.