2007 Compass Patriot MK Factory Service Manual 9 - ENGINE

P0700-TRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM (MIL REQUEST)

For a complete wiring diagram Refer to Section 8W



Possible Causes
 
INTERMITTENT DTC
 
TRANSMISSION DTC(S) PRESENT
 
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)
 


Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)



Diagnostic Test

1. DTC IS ACTIVE

NOTE: Diagnose and repair any other DTCs that are set in the PCM before continuing.


NOTE: This DTC will set in the PCM to indicate that a DTC is set in the TCM.


NOTE: When all repairs have been completed, clear DTCs in the PCM and TCM.


Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, select View DTCs in the PCM.

Is the status Active for this DTC?

Yes


No

2. DTCS PRESENT IN THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM)

NOTE: If the scan tool is unable to communicate with the TCM, or if there are related communication DTCs present, refer to the Communication Category and perform the appropriate diagnostic procedure.


Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, select View DTCs in the TCM.

Are there any DTCs present in the TCM?

Yes


No

3. POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)

Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors between the TCM and the PCM.
Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires.
Look for broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals.
Refer to any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.

Were any problems found?

Yes


No