M99 - Automatic Transmission
DTC P2728, P2729 or P2730
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 P2728
- Clutch Pressure Control (PC) Solenoid 5 System Performance
DTC P2729
- Clutch Pressure Control (PC) Solenoid 5 Control Circuit Low Voltage
DTC P2730
- Clutch Pressure Control (PC) Solenoid 5 Control Circuit High Voltage
Diagnostic Fault Information
Circuit/System Description
The clutch pressure control (PC) solenoid 5 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 PC solenoid 5 through the high side driver 1 circuit. The TCM controls the PC solenoid 5 through the PC solenoid 5 control circuit. The normally low PC solenoid 5 flows fluid to the actuator feed limit valve when commanded ON and exhausts fluid when commanded OFF. The clutch PC solenoid 5 regulates the transmission fluid pressure from the auxiliary transmission fluid pump in order to maintain transmission fluid pressure during electric only and auto-stop modes.
Conditions for Running the DTC
* The engine run time is greater than 5 seconds.
* PC solenoid 5 is commanded ON or OFF.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
DTC P2728
The TCM detects an internal electrical performance malfunction of the clutch PC solenoid 5 control circuit when the actual pressure does not equal the commanded pressure for 5 seconds.
DTC P2729
The TCM detects an internal low voltage electrical malfunction of the clutch PC solenoid 5 control circuit for 300 milliseconds.
DTC P2730
The TCM detects an internal high voltage electrical malfunction of the clutch PC solenoid 5 control circuit for 300 milliseconds
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
* DTCs P2728, P2729, and P2730 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 P2728, P2729, and P2730 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 second 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 second 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 5 Sol. CKT Status normally displays OK.
If the parameter displays Open/Short to Volts or 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.