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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Information






Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) information

Condition




The driving section of the transmission is disengaged when certain conditions are met:
- Stationary
- Engine idling
- Stop pedal depressed
- Gear position D, 3 or 4.
The function decreases fuel consumption and vibration from the transmission when running the engine at idle speed.
Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) TCM-012C is stored if the transmission control module (TCM) registers that the engine is juddering or running unevenly when engaging clutch C1.

Substitute value
- The transmission control module (TCM) "Emergency mode I" program has been initiated.

Possible source
- Solenoid SLS jammed in the ON position
- Internal fault in the transmission
- Internal fault in the control module.

Fault symptom[s]
- General orange warning lamp lit
- The engine speed (RPM) oscillates
- No lock-up function
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) lit.