A/T/Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC P0770 (Shift Solenoid): Overview
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Title:
M.I.L. "ON" DTC P0770
Models:
'02 4Runner & Tacoma V6
December 24, 2002
Introduction
Some owners of 2002 model year 4Runner vehicles and Tacoma trucks equipped with V6 engines and automatic transmissions may experience a M.l.L. "ON" condition with DTC P0770 (Shift Solenoid "E" Malfunction) stored when operated under the following specific operating conditions:
^ Operation in ambient temperatures above 90°F.
^ When towing a trailer or carrying a heavy load.
^ When climbing a long uphill grade.
The ECM logic (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module/PCM) has been revised and the transmission valve body has been improved to prevent this condition from occurring.
Applicable Vehicles
^ 2002 model year 4Runner vehicles produced BEFORE the Production Change Effective VINs shown below.
^ 2002 model year Tacoma trucks equipped with V6 engines and automatic transmissions produced BEFORE the Production Change Effective VIN shown below.
Production Change Information
Warranty Information
Applicable Warranty *:
^ Recalibrate ECM (PCM) repair is covered under the Toyota Federal Emissions Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 96 months or 80,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date for ECM (PCM).
^ R & R of the Valve Body is covered under the Toyota Powertrain Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 60 months or 60,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.
* Warranty application is limited to correction of a problem based upon a customer's specific complaint.
Parts Information
Calibration Information
Required SSTs
NOTE:
Additional Diagnostic Tester Kits, Program Cards or SSTs may be ordered by calling SPX/OTC at 1-800-933-8335.
Required Tools & Material