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Pinpoint Test C: Transmission Control (TC) Switch Is Not Operating Correctly

  1. C1 CHECK THE TC SWITCH CIRCUIT FOR VOLTAGE 
    • Disconnect: PCM Connector C175b
    • Inspect for damaged or pushed-out pins, corrosion or loose wires. Repair as necessary.
    • Key in ON position.
    • Measure the voltage between PCM Connector C175B-29 circuit CET34 (BN/GN) and ground while cycling the TC switch several times.
    • Fig 1: Measuring Voltage Between PCM C175B-29 & Ground
      GF0027504Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Does the voltage cycle? 
    1. YES  : INSTALL a new PCM. TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. NO  : Go to  C2.
  2. C2 CHECK THE CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND 
    • Key in OFF position.
    • Disconnect: Brake Shift Interlock Connector C2008
    • Inspect for damaged or pushed-out pins, corrosion or loose wires. Repair as necessary.
    • Measure the resistance between PCM Connector C175B-29 circuit CET34 (BN/GN) and ground.
    • Fig 2: Measuring Resistance Between PCM C175B-29 & Ground
      GF0027503Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Is the resistance greater than 10,000 ohms? 
    1. YES  : Go to  C3.
    2. NO  : REPAIR circuit CET34 (BN/GN) for a short to ground. TEST the system for normal operation.
  3. C3 CHECK THE CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN 
    • Measure the resistance between PCM Connector C175B-29 circuit CET34 (BN/GN) and the brake shift interlock connector C2008-2, harness side.
    • Fig 3: Measuring Resistance Between PCM C175B-29 & Selector Lever C2008-2, Harness Side
      GF0027506Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Is the resistance less than 5 ohms? 
    1. YES  : INSTALL a new transmission control switch. RECONNECT all components. TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. NO  : REPAIR open in circuit CET34 (BN/GN). RECONNECT all components. TEST the system for normal operation.