DESCRIPTION
The ECM uses signals from the output shaft speed sensor and input speed sensor to detect the actual gear position (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th or 6th gear).
Then the ECM compares the actual gear with the shift schedule in the ECM memory to detect mechanical problems of the shift solenoid valves, valve body and automatic transmission (clutch, brake, gear, etc.).
| DTC Code | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area |
|---|---|---|
| P0756 |
(a) When the ECM directs the transmission to switch to 5th gear, the actual gear is shifted to 6th. (b) When the ECM directs the transmission to switch to 6th gear, the actual gear is shifted to 6th. |
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| P0756 |
(a) When the ECM directs the transmission to switch to 1st gear, the actual gear is shifted to 3rd. (b) When the ECM directs the transmission to switch to 6th gear, the actual gear is shifted to 5th. |
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Tech Tips
Gear positions in the event of a solenoid valve mechanical problem:
| ECM gear shift command | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th | 6th |
| *1: Actual gear position under S2 stuck ON malfunction | 1st | 2nd | 2nd | 4th | 6th | 6th |
| *2: Actual gear position under S2 stuck OFF malfunction | 3rd | 3rd | 3rd | 4th | 5th | 5th |
MONITOR DESCRIPTION
This DTC indicates a "stuck ON malfunction" or "stuck OFF malfunction" of the shift solenoid valve S2.
The ECM commands gear shifts by turning the shift solenoid valves ON/OFF. When the gear position commanded by the ECM and the actual gear position are not the same, the ECM illuminates the MIL and stores the DTC.
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
ACTIVE TEST
Tech Tips
Using the GTS to perform Active Tests allows relays, VSVs, actuators and other items to be operated without removing any parts. This non-intrusive functional inspection can be very useful because intermittent operation may be discovered before parts or wiring is disturbed. Performing Active Tests early in troubleshooting is one way to save diagnostic time. Data List information can be displayed while performing Active Tests.
Warm up the engine.
Turn the engine switch off.
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the engine switch on (IG).
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Active Test.
According to the display on the GTS, perform the Active Test.
Tech Tips
While driving, the shift position can be forcibly changed with the GTS.
Comparing the shift position commanded by the Active Test with the actual shift position enables you to confirm the problem Click here.
| Tester Display | Test Part | Control Range | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Control the Shift Position | Operate shift solenoid valves and set each shift position |
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Possible to check operation of the shift solenoid valves. [Vehicle Condition] 50 km/h (30 mph) or less |
Tech Tips
This test can be conducted when the vehicle speed is 50 km/h (30 mph) or less.
The 4th to 5th and 5th to 6th up-shifts must be performed with the accelerator pedal released.
The 6th to 5th and 5th to 4th down-shifts must be performed with the accelerator pedal released.
Do not operate the accelerator pedal for at least 2 seconds after shifting and do not shift successively.
The shift position commanded by the ECM is shown in the Data List display on the GTS.
The shift solenoid valve S2 turns ON/OFF normally when the shift lever is in D.
| ECM gear shift command | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th | 6th |
| Shift solenoid valve S2 | ON | ON | OFF | OFF | OFF | ON |
PROCEDURE
CHECK DTC OUTPUT (IN ADDITION TO DTC P0756)
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the engine switch on (IG).
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Trouble Codes.
Read the DTCs using the GTS.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Only P0756 is output | A |
| P0756 and other DTCs are output | B |
Tech Tips
If any other codes besides P0756 are output, perform troubleshooting for those DTCs first.
| B |
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GO TO DTC CHART Click here |
| A |
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INSPECT SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE S2
| *a | Component without harness connected (Shift Solenoid Valve S2) |
Remove shift solenoid valve S2.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Standard Resistance | ||||||
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Apply 12 V battery voltage to the shift solenoid valve and check that the valve moves and makes an operating noise.
| OK | ||||
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| NG |
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REPLACE SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE S2 Click here |
| OK |
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INSPECT TRANSMISSION VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY
Check the transmission valve body assembly Click here.
| OK |
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| There are no foreign objects on each valve. |
| OK |
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REPAIR OR REPLACE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY Click here |
| NG |
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REPAIR OR REPLACE TRANSMISSION VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY Click here |