| DTC Code | DTC Name |
|---|---|
| P0776 | Pressure Control Solenoid "B" Performance (Shift Solenoid Valve SL2) |
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 or 5th 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 or automatic transmission (clutch, brake or gear, etc.).
| DTC No. | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area |
|---|---|---|
| P0776 | Gear required by the ECM does not match the actual gear when driving (2 trip detection logic*1, 1 trip detection logic*2) |
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*1: w/ OBD
*2: w/o OBD
MONITOR DESCRIPTION
This DTC indicates a stuck ON malfunction or stuck OFF malfunction of the shift solenoid valve SL2.
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.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
Tech Tips
Performing the intelligent tester's Active Test allows relay, Vacuum Switching Valve (VSV), actuator and other item values to be operated without removing any parts. Performing the Active Test early in troubleshooting is one way to save time. The Data List can be displayed during the Active Test.
Warm up the engine.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch ON and push the tester main switch ON.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Active Test.
Follow the instructions on the tester and read the Active Test.
Tech Tips
While driving, the shift position can be forcibly changed with the intelligent tester.
Comparing the shift position commanded by the Active Test with the actual shift position enables you to confirm the problem Click here.
| Item | Test Details | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|
| Control the Shift Position | [Test Details] Operate shift solenoid valve and set each shift position by yourself [Vehicle Condition] 50 km/h (31 mph) or less [Other information]
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Possible to check the operation of shift solenoid valves |
Tech Tips
This test can be conducted when the vehicle speed is 50 km/h (31 mph) or less.
The 4th to 5th up-shift must be performed with the accelerator pedal released.
The 5th to 4th down-shift 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 (shift status) display on the intelligent tester.
The shift solenoid valve SL2 turns ON/OFF normally when the shift lever is on D:
| ECM gear shift command | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th |
| Shift solenoid valve SL2 | ON | ON | ON | ON | OFF |
PROCEDURE
CHECK OTHER DTCS OUTPUT (IN ADDITION TO DTC P0776)
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch ON and push the intelligent tester main switch ON.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / DTC / Current or Pending.
Read the DTCs using the intelligent tester.
| Result | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Tech Tips
If any other codes besides P0776 are output, perform troubleshooting for those DTCs first.
| B |
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GO TO DTC CHART |
| A |
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PERFORM ACTIVE TEST USING INTELLIGENT TESTER
Note
Perform the test at the normal operating ATF temperature: 50 to 80°C (122 to 176°F).
Be careful to prevent SST's hose from interfering with the exhaust pipe.
Perform the test with the A/C OFF.
Tech Tips
Performing the intelligent tester's Active Test allows relay, Vacuum Switching Valve (VSV), actuator and other items values to be operated without removing any parts. Performing the Active Test early in troubleshooting is one way to save time. The Data List can be displayed during the Active Test.
Remove the test plug on the transmission case center right side and connect SST.
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Start the engine and warm it up.
Measure the line pressure with SST.
Turn the intelligent tester ON.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Active Test.
Follow the instructions on the tester and perform the Active Test.
Measure the line pressure with SST.
| Item | Test Details | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|
| Control the Line Pressure Up* | [Test Details] Operate shift solenoid SLT and raise line pressure [Vehicle Condition]
Tech Tips OFF: Line pressure up (when Active Test "Control the Line Pressure Up" is performed, ECM commands SLT solenoid to turn OFF) ON: No action (normal operation) |
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Tech Tips
*: "Control the Line Pressure Up" in the Active Test is performed to check the line pressure changes by connecting SST to the automatic transmission, which is used in the Hydraulic Test Click here as well. Please note that the pressure values in the Active Test and Hydraulic Test are different.
| NG |
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REPLACE SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE SLT |
| OK |
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INSPECT SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE SL2
Remove the shift solenoid valve SL2.
Measure the resistance of the solenoid valve.
| Standard resistance |
|---|
| 5.0 to 5.6 Ωat 20°C (68°F) |
Connect the positive (+) lead with a 21 W bulb to terminal 2 and the negative (-) lead to terminal 1 of the solenoid valve connector, then check the movement of the valve.
Check the operating noise of terminal 1 of the solenoid valve.
| OK |
|---|
| Solenoid makes operating noise. |
| NG |
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REPLACE SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE SL2 |
| OK |
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INSPECT TRANSMISSION VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY
Check the transmission valve body assembly.
| OK |
|---|
| There are no foreign objects on each valve. |
| NG |
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REPLACE TRANSMISSION VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY |
| OK |
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REPAIR OR REPLACE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY