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Automatic Transaxle - 4t40-e/4t45-e - Diagnostic Information & Procedures Chevrolet Malibu VI

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Diagnostic Starting Point - Automatic Transmission

Begin the system diagnosis with Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information. The Diagnostic System Check provides the following information

  1. The identification of the control module or modules which commands the system.
  2. The ability of the control module or modules to communicate through the serial data circuit.
  3. The identification and status of stored diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs).

The use of Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information identifies the correct procedure for diagnosing the system and the procedure location.

Symptoms

When it has been determined through Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information that no DTCs are present, begin symptom diagnosis by reviewing the Transmission Component and System Description . Reviewing the Transmission Component and System Description information enables you to understand the operation of the system. This helps you determine if the condition described by the customer is normal or if a malfunction exists. If it is determined that a malfunction exists, identify the concern by referring to Symptoms - Automatic Transmission . Symptoms - Automatic Transmission provides common diagnostic categories which relate directly to diagnostic information or procedures.

Circuit Description

The Diagnostic System Check - Automatic Transmission is an organized approach to identify a condition created by an automatic transmission. The Diagnostic System check is the diagnostic starting point for an automatic transmission concern. The Diagnostic System Check directs you to the next logical step for diagnosing a transmission concern. Perform this check only if there is a driveability concern or if you have been directed here from another service information section.

Follow the table to help reduce diagnostic time and help prevent unnecessary replacement of good parts.

Diagnostic Aids

IMPORTANTDo not clear the DTC unless directed by a diagnostic procedure. Clearing the DTCs will erase all Freeze Frame and Failure Records stored in PCM memory. Poor engine performance can sometimes be diagnosed as a transmission driveability condition. In order to avoid mis-diagnosis of the automatic transmission, always perform Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information.
  1. Use a scan tool that is known to function correctly. If necessary, test the scan tool on another vehicle.
  2. Ensure the scan tool contains the most current file available.
  3. The scan tool will display a loss of communication error message under the following conditions: PCM power is interrupted The ignition switch is turned OFF The battery voltage level is very low A poor connection at the diagnostic link connector (DLC)

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. 1: This step determines if the scan tool is receiving power through the DLC connector.
  2. 2: The MIL should illuminate whenever the ignition is ON and the engine is not running.
  3. 3: This step determines if the PCM is transmitting class 2 serial data to the DLC and that the class 2 data circuit is not open or shorted.
  4. 4: This step determines if a DTC is current or stored in history.
StepActionYesNo
1Install a scan tool. IMPORTANT: Check for applicable service bulletins before proceeding with this test. Perform this test only if there is a driveability complaint or if you have been directed to this table from another section in the service information. IMPORTANT: Do not turn the ignition OFF when performing this diagnostic procedure. Do not clear the DTCs unless instructed by this diagnostic procedure. Turn ON the ignition , with the engine OFF. Does the scan tool turn ON?Go to Step 2Go to Diagnostic Starting Point - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information.
2Is the MIL ON?Go to Step 3Go to Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Inoperative in Engine Controls - 2.2L or Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Inoperative in Engine Controls - 3.5L
3Attempt to establish communication with the PCM. Does the scan tool communicate with the PCM?Go to Step 4Go to Diagnostic Starting Point in Data Link Communications
4IMPORTANT: Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), engine performance, and transmission default actions can greatly affect the transmission performance. Ensure that these items are not the cause of a transmission concern. Use the scan tool Capture Info function in order to save or capture, Store Info, any DTC Information.Are there any DTCs present?Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List/TypeGo to Symptoms - Automatic Transmission
IMPORTANT
Check for applicable service bulletins before proceeding with this test. Perform this test only if there is a driveability complaint or if you have been directed to this table from another section in the service information.
IMPORTANT
Do not turn the ignition OFF when performing this diagnostic procedure. Do not clear the DTCs unless instructed by this diagnostic procedure.
IMPORTANT
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), engine performance, and transmission default actions can greatly affect the transmission performance. Ensure that these items are not the cause of a transmission concern.

Diagnostic System Check - Automatic Transmission

Scan Tool Output Controls

Scan Tool Output ControlAdditional Menu Selection(s)Description
1-2 SolenoidThe PCM commands the 1-2 shift solenoid valve ON and OFF. The scan tool 1-2 Sol. parameter should match the commanded state. The scan tool Commanded Gear parameter should correspond with the shift solenoid combination. Refer to Shift Solenoid Valve State and Gear Ratio table. When the ignition is ON, and the engine is OFF, there are no limits to this control. The solenoid remains ON until commanded OFF, and vice versa. When the output control is exited, the solenoid state is determined by the PCM. When the engine is running, the following control limits apply: Only sequential gear changes are allowed. For example, 1st to 3rd is not allowed. If a non-sequential gear change is attempted, the message "Non-sequential gear changes not allowed. Gear changes must be in order" appears on the scan tool display. The vehicle speed must be below a calibrated value. If the vehicle speed is too high, the message "Vehicle speed too high" appears on the scan tool display. The engine speed must be below a calibrated value. If the engine speed is too high, the message "Engine speed too high" appears on the scan tool display. Downshifts are allowed only when the vehicle speed is below a calibrated value. If the vehicle speed is too high, the message "Eng. is on and veh. speed too hi for 3-2 or 2-1 downshift" appears on the scan tool display. The gear requested may not be greater than the current selected transmission range (PRNDL). For example, 3rd gear is not allowed if the transmission range is D2. If the gear requested is greater than the current selected transmission range, the message "Eng. running and gear request is greater than the current TR" appears on the scan tool display. The solenoid remains ON until commanded OFF, and vice versa. When the output control is exited, the solenoid state is determined by the PCM.
2-3 SolenoidThe PCM commands the 2-3 shift solenoid valve ON and OFF. The scan tool 2-3 Sol. parameter should match the commanded state. The scan tool Commanded Gear parameter should correspond with the shift solenoid combination. Refer to Shift Solenoid Valve State and Gear Ratio table. When the ignition is ON, and the engine is OFF, there are no limits to this control. The solenoid will remain ON until commanded OFF, and vice versa. When the output control is exited, the solenoid state is determined by the PCM. When the engine is running, the following control limits apply: Only sequential gear changes are allowed. For example, 1st to 3rd is not allowed. If a non-sequential gear change is attempted, the message "Non-sequential gear changes not allowed. Gear changes must be in order" appears on the scan tool display. The vehicle speed must be below a calibrated value. If the vehicle speed is too high, the message "Vehicle speed too high" appears on the scan tool display. The engine speed must be below a calibrated value. If the engine speed is too high, the message "Engine speed too high" appears on the scan tool display. Downshifts are allowed only when the vehicle speed is below a calibrated value. If the vehicle speed is too high, the message "Eng. is on and veh. speed too hi for 3-2 or 2-1 downshift" appears on the scan tool display. The gear requested may not be greater than the current selected transmission range (PRNDL). For example, 3rd gear is not allowed if the transmission range is D2. If the gear requested is greater than the current selected transmission range, the message "Eng. running and gear request is greater than the current TR" appears on the scan tool display. The solenoid remains ON until commanded OFF, and vice versa. When the output control is exited, the solenoid state is determined by the PCM.
Clear Transmission Adaptive Pressures (TAP)The PCM clears, resets, the TAP cells to the original base value. There are no limits to using this output control. It may be performed with the engine running or when the ignition is ON, and the engine is OFF.
PC SolenoidThe PCM commands the amperage, current, to the pressure control solenoid in order to control transmission line pressure. As the amperage increases, the line pressure decreases. As the amperage decreases, the line pressure increases. The amperage range is 0.00-1.10 and may be commanded in one-tenth amp increments. When the ignition is ON, and the engine is OFF, the reference, commanded, amperage may be controlled within calibrated limits. The scan tool parameter "PC Sol. Ref. Current" changes, but the parameter "PC Sol. Actual Current" does not change. The reference current remains until commanded otherwise. When the engine is running, the following control limits apply: When the transmission range is Park or Neutral, the reference, commanded, amperage may be controlled within calibrated limits. The engine speed must be less than 1,500 RPM. If the engine speed is greater than 1,500 RPM, the message "TR in park/neutral and engine speed over 1,500 RPM" appears on the scan tool display. Both the scan tool parameters "PC Sol. Ref. Current" and "PC Sol. Actual Current" change. Both current readings remain until commanded otherwise. When the transmission range is not in Park or Neutral, the reference amperage can only be controlled less than the current determined by the PCM. The PCM does not allow a value to be selected that may cause damage to the transmission. If the requested amperage is more than allowed by the PCM, the message "Requested current for the PC Solenoid is too high" appears on the scan tool display. Transmission range DTCs must not be active. If a transmission range DTC is active, the message "Engine running with transmission DTC present" appears on the scan tool display.
Shift TransmissionThe PCM commands upshifts and downshifts. The scan tool Commanded Gear parameter should correspond with the shift solenoid combination. Refer to Shift Solenoid Valve State and Gear Ratio table. When the ignition is ON, and the engine is OFF, there are no limits to this control. The scan tool shift solenoid states change to match the Commanded Gear selected. When the engine is running, the following control limits apply: The PCM does not allow a shift if it causes the engine RPM to exceed a calibrated limit. If a gear is requested and the engine speed is too high, the message "Engine speed too high" appears on the scan tool display. The PCM does not allow a 3-2 or 2-1 downshift if the vehicle speed exceeds a calibrated limit. If either downshift is requested and the vehicle speed is too high, the message "Eng. is on and veh. speed too hi for 3-2 or 2-1 downshift" appears on the scan tool display. The PCM does not allow a 4-3 downshift if the vehicle speed exceeds a calibrated limit. If a 4-3 downshift is requested and the vehicle speed is too high, the message "Vehicle speed too high" appears on the scan tool display. The PCM does not allow an upshift if the vehicle speed exceeds a calibrated limit. If an upshift is requested and the vehicle speed is too high, the message "Vehicle speed too high" appears on the scan tool display. The PCM does not allow an upshift that is greater than the current selected transmission range (PRNDL). For example 3rd gear is not allowed if the transmission range is D2. If an upshift is requested that is greater than the current selected transmission range, the message "Eng. running and gear request is greater than the current TR" appears on the scan tool display.
TCC Control SolenoidThe PCM commands the duty cycle of the TCC PWM solenoid. The duty cycle is represented by a percentage of ON, energized, time. Approximately 90-100 percent duty cycle represents an ON, energized, commanded state. Zero percent represents an OFF, non-energized, commanded state. The scan tool TCC Duty Cycle parameter should match the commanded state. When the ignition is ON, and the engine is OFF, there are no limits to this control. The solenoid remains ON, 90-100 percent duty cycle, until commanded OFF, zero percent duty cycle, and vice versa. When the output control is exited, the solenoid duty cycle is determined by the PCM. When the engine is running, the following control limits apply: If the transmission range is Park, and the transmission is in hot mode, the TCC control solenoid may not be commanded OFF. If the solenoid is requested OFF, the message "TCC OFF command disabled in Hot Mode" appears on the scan tool display. The TCC control solenoid may not be commanded OFF for more than a calibrated amount of time. If the solenoid is commanded OFF, for a certain amount of time, the message "TCC OFF time has been exceeded" appears on the scan tool display.

Scan Tool Output Controls

Scan Tool Data List (2.2L)

Use the scan tool data values under the following conditions

  1. The Powertrain Diagnostic System Check is complete.
  2. The On-Board Diagnostics are functioning properly.
  3. No DTCs are present.

The values below represent a typical display recorded from a properly functioning system.

IMPORTANTDo not use a scan tool that displays faulty data. Report the condition to the scan tool manufacturer. The use of a faulty scan tool can result in misdiagnosis and the unnecessary replacement of parts.

Only the parameters listed below are used in this manual for diagnosing. If a scan tool displays other parameters, the values are not recommended by General Motors for use in diagnosis.

Scan tool values below were recorded under the following conditions

  1. Engine at idle
  2. Upper radiator hose hot
  3. Closed throttle
  4. Transmission in Park
  5. Closed Loop operation
  6. Accessories OFF
  7. Brake pedal not applied
Scan Tool ParameterData ListUnits DisplayedTypical Data Value
1-2 Shift ErrorF2, F6/F0SecondsVaries
1-2 Shift TimeF0, F2, F6/F0SecondsVaries
1-2 Sol.F0, F2, F3, F4On/OffOn
1-2 Sol. CKT StatusF2OK, Open/Short to Volts, Short to GNDOK
1-2 TAP Cell 4-14F6/F0KPa (psi)Varies
2-3 Shift ErrorF3, F6/F1SecondsVaries
2-3 Shift TimeF0, F3, F6/F1SecondsVaries
2-3 Sol.F0, F2, F3, F4On/OffOff
2-3 Sol. CKT StatusF3OK, Open/Short to Volts, Short to GNDOK
2-3 TAP Cell 4-14F6/F1KPa (psi)Varies
3-4 Shift ErrorF4, F6/F2SecondsVaries
3-4 Shift TimeF0, F4, F6/F2SecondsVaries
3-4 TAP Cell 4-14F6/F2KPa (psi)Varies
A/C ClutchF0On/OffOff
Commanded GearF0, F1, F2, F3, F4, F51, 2, 3, 41
CruiseF0Disabled/EnabledDisabled
Current TAP CellF6/F0, F6/F1, F6/F24-14Varies
Driver Shift ControlF0Active/InactiveInactive
Driver Shift RequestF0Upshift/Downshift/None/InvalidNone
ECTF0, F1°C (°F)85-105°C (185-220°F)
Engine Run TimeF0Hours:minutes:secondsVaries
Engine SpeedF0, F1, F2, F3, F4, F5RPMVaries
Engine TorqueF0, F1N.m (lb ft)Varies
Gear RatioF0, F1, F2, F3, F4Ratio3.98:1
Ignition VoltageF0Volts12.6-14.0
Last Shift TimeF0SecondsVaries
PC Sol. Actual CurrentF0, F5AmpsVaries
PC Solenoid Duty CycleF0, F5%Varies
PC Sol. Ref. CurrentF0, F5AmpsVaries
Steady State TAP 1GRF6/F3KPa (psi)Varies
Steady State TAP 2GRF6/F3KPa (psi)Varies
Steady State TAP 2GR/TCCF6/F3KPa (psi)Varies
Steady State TAP 3GRF6/F3KPa (psi)Varies
Steady State TAP 3GR/TCCF6/F3KPa (psi)Varies
Steady State TAP 4GRF6/F3KPa (psi)Varies
Steady State TAP 4GR/TCCF6/F3KPa (psi)Varies
Steady State TAP ReverseF6/F3KPa (psi)Varies
TCC Brake SwitchF0, F1Open/ClosedClosed
TCC Duty CycleF0, F1%0%
TCC Duty Cycle CKT StatusF1OK, Open/Short to Volts, Short to GNDOK
TCC Release PressureF0, F1Yes/NoYes
TCC Slip SpeedF0, F1RPMVaries
TFP Sw.F0Park/Neutral, Reverse, Drive, or invalidPark/Neutral
TFP Sw. Sig. B/Sig. CF0HI/LOWHI/HI
TP Indicated AngleF0, F1, F2, F3, F4, F5%0%
TR Sw.F0Park/Neutral, Reverse, Drive 4, Drive 3, Drive 2, Drive 1 or invalidPark/Neutral
TR Sw. A/B/C/PF0HI/LOWLOW/HI/HI/LOW
Trans. Fluid Temp.F0, F1, F5°C (°F)80-90°C (176-194°F)
Transmission Hot ModeF0, F1On/OffOff
Transmission ISSF0, F1, F2, F3, F4RPMVaries
Transmission OSSF0, F1, F2, F3, F4RPM0
Vehicle SpeedF0, F1, F2, F3, F4Km/h (mph)0
F0: Transmission Data F1: TCC Data F2: 1-2 Shift Data F3: 2-3 Shift Data F4: 3-4 Shift Data F5: PC Solenoid Data F6/F0: Transmission Adapts/1-2 Adapt. Data F6/F1: Transmission Adapts/2-3 Adapt. Data F6/F2: Transmission Adapts/3-4 Adapt. Data F6/F3: Transmission Adapts/Steady State Data

Scan Tool Data List (2.2L)

Scan Tool Data List (3.5L)

Use the scan tool data values under the following conditions

  1. The Powertrain Diagnostic System Check is complete.
  2. The On-Board Diagnostics are functioning properly.
  3. No DTCs are present.

The values below represent a typical display recorded from a properly functioning system.

IMPORTANTDo not use a scan tool that displays faulty data. Report the condition to the scan tool manufacturer. The use of a faulty scan tool can result in misdiagnosis and the unnecessary replacement of parts.

Only the parameters listed below are used in this manual for diagnosing. If a scan tool displays other parameters, the values are not recommended by General Motors for use in diagnosis.

Scan tool values below were recorded under the following conditions

  1. Engine at idle
  2. Upper radiator hose hot
  3. Closed throttle
  4. Transmission in Park
  5. Closed Loop operation
  6. Accessories OFF
  7. Brake pedal not applied
Scan Tool ParameterData ListUnits DisplayedTypical Data Value
1-2 Shift ErrorF2, F6/F0SecondsVaries
1-2 Shift TimeF0, F2, F6/F0SecondsVaries
1-2 Sol.F0, F2, F3, F4On/OffOn
1-2 Sol. CKT StatusF2OK, Open/Short to Volts, Short to GNDOK
1-2 TAP Cell 4-16F6/F0KPa (psi)Varies
2-3 Shift ErrorF3, F6/F1SecondsVaries
2-3 Shift TimeF0, F3, F6/F1SecondsVaries
2-3 Sol.F0, F2, F3, F4On/OffOff
2-3 Sol. CKT StatusF3OK, Open/Short to Volts, Short to GNDOK
2-3 TAP Cell 4-16F6/F1KPa (psi)Varies
3-4 Shift ErrorF4, F6/F2SecondsVaries
3-4 Shift TimeF0, F4, F6/F2SecondsVaries
3-4 TAP Cell 4-16F6/F2KPa (psi)Varies
A/C ClutchF0On/OffOff
Commanded GearF0, F1, F2, F3, F4, F51, 2, 3, 41
CruiseF0Disabled/EnabledDisabled
Current TAP CellF6/F0, F6/F1, F6/F24-16Varies
Driver Shift ControlF0Active/InactiveInactive
Driver Shift RequestF0Upshift/Downshift/None/InvalidNone
ECTF0, F1°C (°F)85-105°C (185-220°F)
Engine Run TimeF0Hours:minutes:secondsVaries
Engine SpeedF0, F1, F2, F3, F4, F5RPMVaries
Engine TorqueF0, F1N.m (lb ft)Varies
Gear RatioF0, F1, F2, F3, F4Ratio3.98:1
Ignition VoltageF0Volts12.6-14.0
Last Shift TimeF0SecondsVaries
PC Sol. Actual CurrentF0, F5AmpsVaries
PC Solenoid Duty CycleF0, F5%Varies
PC Sol. Ref. CurrentF0, F5AmpsVaries
Shift Request VoltageF0Volts4.5V
Steady State TAP 1GRF6/F3KPa (psi)Varies
Steady State TAP 2GRF6/F3KPa (psi)Varies
Steady State TAP 2GR/TCCF6/F3KPa (psi)Varies
Steady State TAP 3GRF6/F3KPa (psi)Varies
Steady State TAP 3GR/TCCF6/F3KPa (psi)Varies
Steady State TAP 4GRF6/F3KPa (psi)Varies
Steady State TAP 4GR/TCCF6/F3KPa (psi)Varies
Steady State TAP ReverseF6/F3KPa (psi)Varies
TCC Brake SwitchF0, F1Open/ClosedClosed
TCC Duty CycleF0, F1%0%
TCC Duty Cycle CKT StatusF1OK, Open/Short to Volts, Short to GNDOK
TCC Release PressureF0, F1Yes/NoYes
TCC Slip SpeedF0, F1RPMVaries
TFP Sw.F0Park/Neutral, Reverse, Drive, or invalidPark/Neutral
TFP Sw. Sig. B/Sig. CF0HI/LOWHI/HI
TFT SensorF0, F1, F5VoltsVaries
TP Indicated AngleF0, F1, F2, F3, F4, F5%0%
TR Sw.F0Park/Neutral, Reverse, Drive 4, Drive 3, Drive 2, Drive 1 or invalidPark/Neutral
TR Sw. A/B/C/PF0HI/LOWLOW/HI/HI/LOW
Traction ControlF0Active/InactiveInactive
Trans. Fluid Temp.F0, F1, F5°C (°F)80-90°C (176-194°F)
Transmission Hot ModeF0, F1On/OffOff
Transmission ISSF0, F1, F2, F3, F4RPMVaries
Transmission OSSF0, F1, F2, F3, F4RPM0
Vehicle SpeedF0, F1, F2, F3, F4Km/h (mph)0
F0: Transmission Data F1: TCC Data F2: 1-2 Shift Data F3: 2-3 Shift Data F4: 3-4 Shift Data F5: PC Solenoid Data F6/F0: Transmission Adapts/1-2 Adapt. Data F6/F1: Transmission Adapts/2-3 Adapt. Data F6/F2: Transmission Adapts/3-4 Adapt. Data F6/F3: Transmission Adapts/Steady State Data

Scan Tool Data List (3.5L)

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions

The diagnostic trouble code (DTC) list below displays all DTCs found in this section. The DTC descriptions are listed in numeric order and indicate the DTC types for domestic and export vehicle applications. The DTC type is based on the action that the PCM takes when storing DTC information, and whether or not the PCM illuminates a service lamp or displays a message on a driver information center (DIC). The DTC descriptions in the Diagnostic Trouble Code List/Type below are listed in numeric order and indicate the DTC types for domestic and export vehicle applications. Each DTC is categorized into one of the following types

Type A

This DTC is emissions related. The PCM stores the DTC in History, Freeze Frame and Failure Records during the first trip in which the conditions for setting the DTC are met. The PCM also illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) during the first trip in which the conditions for setting the DTC are met.

Type B

This DTC is emissions related. The PCM stores the DTC in Failure Records during the first trip in which the conditions for setting the DTC are met. The PCM stores the DTC in History and Freeze Frame during the second consecutive trip in which the conditions for setting the DTC are met. The PCM also illuminates the MIL during the second consecutive trip in which the conditions for setting the DTC are met.

Type C

This DTC is non-emissions related. The PCM stores the DTC in History and Failure Records during the first trip in which the conditions for setting the DTC are met. The PCM does not store the DTC in Freeze Frame and does not illuminate the MIL. For some type C DTCs, a message may be displayed on a DIC, if equipped. For other type C DTCs, a separate service lamp, other than the MIL, may be illuminated. Type C DTCs that do not display a message on the DIC or illuminate a separate service lamp were formerly referred to as type D.

Type X

This DTC is available in the PCM software, but has been disabled, or turned off. In this case, the diagnostic does not run, DTCs are not stored, and the MIL does not illuminate. Type X DTCs are used primarily for export vehicles that do not require MIL illumination or DTC storing.

The service information contained in this manual refers to the domestic, federal, calibration package. Domestic calibrations apply to vehicles sold in the United States, Canada and Japan. Export calibrations exist for both leaded and unleaded vehicles. DTC types may change for some export vehicles, and some DTCs may be turned off for leaded export vehicles. Differences between domestic and export calibrations are not reflected on DTC support information pages. DTC types for export calibrations are referenced only in the Diagnostic Trouble Code List/Type.

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List/Type

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List/Type