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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Information






Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) information

Condition




Line pressure solenoid SLS regulates the line pressure in the transmission. The solenoid is controlled by a power stage in the transmission control module (TCM) output. The transmission control module (TCM) uses the power stage to control the current to the solenoid. A low amperage results in a high line pressure. A high amperage (approximately 1 A) gives a low line pressure. The amperage is primarily affected by the throttle position. Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) TCM-113 is stored if the control module registers that there is an open-circuit in the circuit for solenoid SLS. Solenoid SLS cannot then control the line pressure.

Substitute value
- Transmission control module (TCM) "Limp Home" program has been initiated.

Possible source
- Open-circuit in the control signal cable or the signal cable.
- Defective solenoid.
- Open-circuit in power ground.
- Contact resistance in the terminals.
- Defective control module.

Fault symptom[s]
- The automatic transmission warning lamp is lit.
- No lock-up function.
- Harsh gear shifting.

Hint: Harsh gear shifting can be caused by:
- No torque limiting request to engine control module (ECM) when shifting.
- No line pressure solenoid SLS control. This results in constant maximum line pressure.