P0976

P0976 02

Solenoid S3 Circuit, Short to Ground







Fault symptom
- Messages shown in SID.

On-board diagnosis

Type of diagnosis:
- Continuous

Enable criteria:
- Engine running and not in limp home mode.

Fault criteria:
- Solenoid signal output is ON but the input receives an OFF signal.

System reaction to a fault:
- Limp home

Checking the wiring harness
- Move the wiring harness at several spots and in several directions to reveal intermittent breaks and short-circuits. Check switches, connectors and crimp connections for oxidation, retracted pins and pin clamping force.

Diagnostic help

Diagnosis regards:
- Electrical fault in connecting leads or component.