DTC P0976: Short in Shift Solenoid Valve B Circuit NOTE:

- Record all freeze data and review General Troubleshooting Information before you troubleshoot.
- This code is caused by an electrical circuit problem and cannot be caused by a mechanical problem in the transmission.

1. Clear the DTC with the HDS.

1. Start the engine in the P position.

1. Check that DTC P0976 recurs.

Is DTC P0976 indicated?

YES | - | Go to Step 7 .
NO | - | Go to Step 4 .

1. Choose Shift Solenoid B in Miscellaneous Test Menu, and test the shift solenoid valve B with the HDS.

1. Start the engine in the P position.

1. Monitor the OBD status for P0976 in the DTCs/Freeze Data in A/T Mode Menu for a pass/fail.

Does the result indicate a fail?

YES | - | Go to Step 7 .
NO | - | Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check the GRN/WHT wire for an intermittent short to ground between the shift solenoid valve B and PCM. If the tester indicates NOT COMPLETE, return to Step 4 and recheck.■

1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.

1. Jump the SCS line with the HDS.

1. Disconnect PCM connectors A (31P) and C (22P).

1. Measure the resistance between PCM connector terminals C4 and A8 or A9.

Is there less than 12 Ω?

YES | - | Go to Step 11 .
NO | - | Update the PCM if it does not have the latest software, or substitute a known-good PCM, then recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away with a known-good PCM, replace the original PCM .■

1. Disconnect the shift solenoid harness connector at the transmission housing.