Diagnostic Test

Check For An Active DTC
1. With The Scan Tool, Read Transmission Control Module (TCM) Dtcs And Record On The Repair Order.
2. Record The Event Data And Environmental Data.
3. With The Scan Tool, Erase Dtcs.
4. Using The Recorded Event And Environmental Data, Along With The When Monitored And Set Conditions Above, Operate The Vehicle In The Conditions That Set The DTC.
5. With The Scan Tool, Read TCM Dtcs.
  Did The DTC Return?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 2
  No
  - Perform The Testing For An Intermittent Condition Procedure. Refer To TESTING FOR AN INTERMITTENT CONDITION
Check For Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Dtcs
1. With The Scan Tool, Check For PCM Dtcs.
  Are Any PCM Dtcs Set?
  
  Yes
  - Repair PCM Dtc(S). Refer To DTC INDEX .
  No
  - Go To 3
Check Transmission Fluid Level
1. Check The Transmission Fluid Level. Refer To Fluid And Filter, Standard Procedure .
  Is The Fluid Level Correct?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 4
  No
  - Repair Any Transmission Fluid Leaks In Accordance With The Service Information And Fill The Transmission To The Correct Level.
  - Perform The Transmission Verification Test. Refer To TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - 948TE 9HP48 .
Check For Transmission Mechanical Problems
1. Determine If Any Transmission Mechanical Problems Are Present. Refer To Diagnosis And Testing .
  Are Any Transmission Mechanical Problems Present?
  
  Yes
  - Repair The transmission In Accordance With The Service Information.
  - Perform Transmission Verification Test. Refer To TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - 948TE 9HP48 .
  No
  - Go To 5
Check If Engine Mechanical Problems Are Present
1. Determine If Any Engine Mechanical Problems Are Present. Refer To 2.4L ENGINE (SERVICE INFORMATION) .
  Are Any Engine Mechanical Problems Present?
  
  Yes
  - Repair The Engine In Accordance With The Service Information.
  - Perform Transmission Verification Test. Refer To TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - 948TE 9HP48 .
  No
  - Go To 6
Check Related Harness Connections
1. Disconnect All TCM Harness Connectors.
2. Disconnect All Related In-Line Harness Connections (If Equipped).
3. Disconnect The Related Component Harness Connectors.
4. Inspect Harness Connectors, Component Connectors, And All Male And Female Terminals For The Following Conditions:
  - Proper Connector Installation.
  - Damaged Connector Locks.
  - Corrosion.
  - Other Signs Of Water Intrusion.
  - Weather Seal Damage (If Equipped).
  - Bent Terminals.
  - Overheating Due To A Poor Connection (Terminal May Be Discolored Due To Excessive Current Draw).
  - Terminals That Have Been Pushed Back Into The Connector Cavity.
  - Perform A Terminal Drag Test On Each Connector Terminal To Verify Proper Terminal Tension.
  Repair Any Conditions That Are Found.
5. Reconnect All TCM Harness Connectors. Be Certain That All Harness Connectors Are Fully Seated And The Connector Locks Are Fully Engaged.
6. Reconnect All In-Line Harness Connectors (If Equipped). Be Certain That All Connectors Are Fully Seated And The Connector Locks Are Fully Engaged.
7. Reconnect All Related Component Harness Connectors. Be Certain That All Connectors Are Fully Seated And The Connector Locks Are Fully Engaged.
8. With The Scan Tool, Erase Dtcs.
9. Using The Recorded Event And Environmental Data, Along With The When Monitored And Set Conditions Above, Operate The Vehicle In The Conditions That Set The DTC.
10. With The Scan Tool, Read TCM Dtcs.
  Did The DTC Return?
  
  Yes
  - Replace The TCM In Accordance With The Service Information. Refer To Module, Transmission Control (TCM), Removal And Installation .
  - Perform The Transmission Verification Test. Refer To TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - 948TE 9HP48 .
  No
  - Perform The Transmission Verification Test. Refer To TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - 948TE 9HP48 .
  - Test Complete.