Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1997 Cadillac Eldorado BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Automatic Transmissions DTCS
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS DTCS
| DTC | Description |
|---|---|
| P0218 | TRANSAXLE FLUID OVERHEATING |
| P0502 | VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT (LOW INPUT) |
| P0503 | VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT (INTERMITTENT) |
| P0711 | TRANS. FLUID TEMPERATURE (TFT) SENSOR CIRCUIT (RANGE/PERFORMANCE) |
| P0712 | TRANS. FLUID TEMPERATURE (TFT) SENSOR CIRCUIT (LOW INPUT) |
| P0713 | TRANS. FLUID TEMPERATURE (TFT) SENSOR CIRCUIT (HIGH INPUT) |
| P0716 | INPUT SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT (RANGE/PERFORMANCE OR INTERMITTENT) |
| P0717 | INPUT SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT (NO SIGNAL OR LOW INPUT) |
| P0719 | TCC BRAKE SWITCH CIRCUIT LOW INPUT (SWITCH STUCK ON) |
| P0724 | TCC BRAKE SWITCH CIRCUIT HIGH INPUT (SWITCH STUCK OFF) |
| P0730 | INCORRECT GEAR RATIO |
| P0741 | TCC CIRCUIT INOPERATIVE (STUCK OFF) |
| P0742 | TCC CIRCUIT INOPERATIVE (STUCK ON) |
| P0748 | PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID (CIRCUIT ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTION) |
| P0751 | 1-2 SHIFT SOLENOID ("A") (PERFORMANCE MALFUNCTION) |
| P0753 | 1-2 SHIFT SOLENOID ("A") (ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTION) |
| P0756 | 2-3 SHIFT SOLENOID ("B") (PERFORMANCE MALFUNCTION) |
| P0758 | 2-3 SHIFT SOLENOID ("B") (ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTION) |
| P1810 | TFP VALVE POSITION SWITCH (CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION) |
| P1811 | MAXIMUM ADAPT & LONG SHIFT |
| P1814 | TCC OVERSTRESS |
| P1860 | TCC PULSE WIDTH MODULATED (PWM) SOLENOID (ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTION) |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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