Engine Controls - Tests W/codes - 7.4L: Maintenance Chevrolet Suburban K1500

IAC Valve Reset Procedure

Turn ignition off for 10 seconds. Start and run engine for 5 seconds. Turn ignition off another 10 seconds.

CODE 58, TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE HIGH

Transmission fluid temperature sensor is a thermistor which controls signal voltage to control module. Control module applies and monitors voltage to sensor. When transmission fluid is cold, sensor resistance is high; therefore, control module will see high signal voltage. As transmission fluid warms, sensor resistance and voltage will drop. At normal transmission operating temperature of 212°F (100°C), voltage will be about 1.5-2.0 volts.

Note. Test numbers refer to numbers on diagnostic chart.

1. Code 58 will set if signal voltage indicates a transmission fluid temperature greater than 305°F (151°C) for one second.
2. This test determines if circuit is shorted to ground, which will result in conditions for Code 58.

CODE 59, TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE LOW

Transmission fluid temperature sensor is a thermistor which controls signal voltage to control module. Control module applies and monitors 5 volts to sensor. When transmission fluid is cold, sensor resistance is high; therefore, control module will see high signal voltage. As transmission fluid temperature warms, sensor resistance and voltage drop. At normal transmission operating temperature of 212°F (100°C), voltage will be about 1.5-2.0 volts.

Note. Test numbers refer to numbers on diagnostic chart.

1. Code 59 will set if signal voltage indicates a transmission fluid temperature less than -34°F (-37°C) for one second.
2. This test simulates Code 58. If control module recognizes low signal voltage (high temperature) and scan tester reads 305°F (151°C) or greater, control module and wiring are okay.
3. This test determines if signal circuit is open. There should be 5 volts present at sensor connector if measuring with a DVOM.

CODE 79, TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE HIGH

Transmission fluid temperature sensor is a thermistor which controls signal voltage to control module. Control module applies and monitors voltage to sensor. When transmission fluid is cold, sensor resistance is high; therefore, control module will see high signal voltage. As transmission fluid warms, sensor resistance and voltage will drop. At normal transmission operating temperature of 212°F (100°C), voltage will be about 1.5-2.0 volts.

Note. Test numbers refer to numbers on diagnostic chart.

1. Code 79 will set if signal voltage indicates a transmission fluid temperature greater than 151°C for one second.
2. This test determines if circuit is shorted to ground, which will result in conditions for Code 79.