U1146-LOST COMMUNICATION WITH EXTERNAL MEMORY
For a complete wiring diagram Refer to Section 8W.
Theory of Operation
The first time the vehicle is started, the Transmission Control Module (TCM) receives hydraulic calibration data from an external EEPROM (located in the transmission) and stores this information in the EEPROM of the TCM. If the TCM can not read the external EEPROM in the transmission this DTC will set. It takes two consecutive failures to turn on the MIL.
- When Monitored:
Ignition on in the run position with a system voltage between 9.0 and 16.0 volts.
Shift lever in Park or Reverse position.
- Set Condition:
Communication between the TCM and the EEPROM in the transmission is not active for the period of 5 seconds.
| Possible Causes |
| (T327) DATA IN/OUT SELECT CIRCUIT SHORT TO VOLTAGE |
| (T313) CHIP SELECT CIRCUIT SHORT TO VOLTAGE |
| (T302) CLOCK SELECT CIRCUIT SHORT TO VOLTAGE |
| (T327) DATA IN/OUT SELECT CIRCUIT OPEN |
| (T313) CHIP SELECT CIRCUIT OPEN |
| (T302) CLOCK SELECT CIRCUIT OPEN |
| (T302) CLOCK SELECT CIRCUIT SHORT TO GROUND |
| (T313) CHIP SELECT CIRCUIT SHORT TO GROUND |
| (T327) DATA IN/OUT SELECT CIRCUIT SHORT TO GROUND |
| INTERNAL TRANSMISSION |
| TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE |
Always perform the CVT Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
Diagnostic Test
1. CHECK IF THE DTC IS ACTIVEWith the scan tool, read Transmission DTCs.
Is the status Active for this DTC?
Yes
- Go To 2
No
- Go To 12
2. CHECK THE (T327) DATA IN/OUT SELECT CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE
Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Disconnect the TCM C1 harness connector.
Disconnect the Transmission Solenoid/Pressure Switch Assembly harness connector.
Ignition on, engine not running.
Measure the voltage of the (T327) Data IN/OUT Select circuit.
Is the voltage above .02 volts?
Yes
- Repair the (T327) Data IN/OUT Select circuit for a short to voltage.
- Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
No
- Go To 3
3. CHECK THE (T313) CHIP SELECT CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE
Measure the voltage of the (T313) Chip Select circuit.
Is the voltage above 0.1 volts?
Yes
- Repair the (T313) Chip Select circuit for a short to voltage.
- Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
No
- Go To 4
4. CHECK THE (T302) CLOCK SELECT CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE
Measure the voltage of the (T302) Clock Select circuit.
Is the voltage above 0.2 volts?
Yes
- Repair the (T302) Clock Select circuit for a short to voltage.
- Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
No
- Go To 5
5. CHECK THE (T327) DATA IN/OUT SELECT CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN
Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Measure the resistance of the (T327) Data In/OutSelect circuit between the TCM C1 harness connector and the Transmission Solenoid/Pressure Switch Assembly harness connector.
Is the resistance above 5.0 ohms?
Yes
- Repair the (T327) Data IN/OUT Select circuit for an open.
- Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
No
- Go To 6
6. CHECK THE (T313) CHIP SELECT CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN
Measure the resistance of the (T313) Chip Select circuit between the TCM C1 harness connector and the Transmission Solenoid/Pressure Switch Assembly harness connector.
Is the resistance above 5.0 ohms?
Yes
- Repair the (T313) Chip Select circuit for an open.
- Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
No
- Go To 7
7. CHECK THE (T302) CLOCK SELECT CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN
Measure the resistance of the (T302) Clock Select circuit between the TCM C1 harness connector and the Transmission Solenoid/Pressure Switch Assembly harness connector.
Is the resistance above 5.0 ohms?
Yes
- Repair the (T302) Clock Select circuit for an open.
- Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
No
- Go To 8
8. CHECK THE (T327) DATA IN/OUT SELECT CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
Measure the resistance between ground and the (T327) Data IN/OUT Select circuit.
Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?
Yes
- Repair the (T327) Data IN/OUT Select circuit for a short to ground.
- Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
No
- Go To 9
9. CHECK THE (T313) CHIP SELECT CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
Measure the resistance between ground and the (T313) Chip Select circuit.
Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?
Yes
- Repair the (T313) Chip Select circuit for a short to ground.
- Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
No
- Go To 10
10. CHECK THE (T302) CLOCK SELECT CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
Measure the resistance between ground and the (T302) Clock Select circuit.
Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?
Yes
- Repair the (T302) Clock Select circuit for a short to ground.
- Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
No
- Go To 11
11. CHECK THE TCM
Replace or repair the CV Transmission (valve body) per the Service Information. Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
Did the DTC reset during the verification test?
Yes
- Using the schematics as a guide, check the Transmission Control Module (TCM) terminals for corrosion, damage, or terminal push out. Pay particular attention to all power and ground circuits. Check for any Service Bulletins for possible causes that may apply. If no problems are found, replace the TCM per the Service Information.
- Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
No
- Test Complete.
12. INTERMITTENT WIRING AND CONNECTORS
The conditions necessary to set this DTC are not present at this time.
Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors specific to this circuit.
Wiggle the wires while checking for shorted and open circuits.
Were there any problems found?
Yes
- Repair as necessary.
- Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
No
- Test Complete.