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DTC P0826 2.2L and 3.5L


Object Number: 1227865 Size: MF
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Circuit Description

The TAP Shift system allows the driver to manually shift gears by using the TAP Shift switches located on the Automatic Transmission Shifter. Pushing the Up switch will command an upshift and pushing the Down switch will command a downshift. The TAP Shift system is activated when the gear selector is in the Low (L) position and is deactivated in all other positions.

If the PCM detects an invalid voltage on the TAP up/TAP down switch signal circuit, then DTC P0826 sets. DTC P0826 is a type C DTC.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The engine speed is greater than 500 RPM for 5 seconds and not in fuel shut off.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The PCM detects an invalid voltage on the TAP up/TAP down switch signal circuit for 5 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets
    • The PCM does not illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL).
    • The PCM disables TAP Shift operation.
    • The PCM assumes D4 for shifting.
    • The PCM records the operating conditions when the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met. The PCM stores this information as Failure Records.
    • The PCM stores DTC P0826 in PCM history.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC
    • A scan tool can clear the DTC.
    • The PCM clears the DTC from PCM history if the vehicle completes 40 warm-up cycles without a non-emission related diagnostic fault occurring.
    • The PCM cancels the DTC default actions when the fault no longer exists and the DTC passes.

DTC P0826 (2.2L and 3.5L)

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

2
  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.

    3. Important: Before clearing the DTC, use the scan tool in order to record the Failure Records. Using the Clear DTC Information function erases the Failure Records from the PCM.

  3. Record the DTC Failure Records.
  4. Clear the DTC.
  5. Select Driver Shift Request Status on the scan tool.

Does the scan tool Driver Shift Request parameter display None?

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Go to Intermittent Conditions in Engine Controls - 2.2L or Intermittent Conditions in Engine Controls - 3.5L

Go to Step 3

3
  1. Inspect the fuse in the ignition 1 voltage circuit for an open.

    2. Refer to Circuit Protection - Fuses in Wiring Systems.

  2. Replace the fuse if necessary.

Was the fuse open?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

    Important: The condition that affects this circuit may exist in other connecting branches of the circuit. Refer to Power Distribution Schematics in Wiring Systems for complete circuit distribution.

  1. Test the ignition 1 voltage circuit of the A/T Shift Program Switch for a short to ground between the fuse block and the A/T Shift Program Switch.
  2. Test the TAP up/TAP down switch signal circuit for a short to ground between the A/T Shift Program Switch and the PCM.

Refer to Testing for Short to Ground and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 10

Go to Intermittent Conditions in Engine Controls - 2.2L or Intermittent Conditions in Engine Controls - 3.5L

5

Test the ignition 1 voltage circuit and the TAP Up/TAP Down switch signal circuit of the A/T Shift Program Switch for an open between the fuse block and the A/T Shift Program Switch.

Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 10

Go to Step 6

6

Test the signal circuit of the A/T Shift Program Switch for a short to voltage between the A/T Shift Program Switch and the PCM.

Refer to Testing for a Short to Voltage and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 10

Go to Step 7

7
  1. Using the J 35616 GM terminal test kit, connect a DMM between the ignition 1 voltage and the TAP up/TAP down switch signal circuits of the A/T Shift Program Switch.
  2. Measure the resistance of the A/T Shift Program Switch.

Is the resistance within the specified range?

8.11-8.39K ohms

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 8

8

Replace the A/T Shift Program Switch.

Refer to Transmission Control Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 10

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9

Replace the PCM.

Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement in Engine Controls - 2.2L or Powertrain Control Module Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.5L

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 10

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10

Perform the following procedure in order to verify the repair:

  1. Select DTC.
  2. Select Clear DTC Information.
  3. Operate the vehicle under the following conditions:
    4. • Start the engine.
    • Observe Driver Shift Request on the scan tool.
    • Ensure the Driver Shift Request is not invalid for at least 1 second.
  4. Select Specific DTC.
  5. Enter DTC P0826.

Has the test run and passed?

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Go to Step 11

Go to Step 2

11

With a scan tool, observe the stored information, capture info and DTC info.

Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed?

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Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

System OK