Code 83, TCC Solenoid Circuit Fault: Notes

1996 Chevrolet Sportvan Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 YSECTION Notes
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Control module continually monitors voltage on each circuit connected to quad-driver for either low or high voltage, depending on commanded state of device connected to it. Code 83 will set if control module detects an inappropriate reading on TCC circuit. For example, if TCC duty cycle is zero, but voltage on TCC circuit drops as if solenoid were on, then Code 83 will set. TCC solenoid, because of its large current draw, is connected to 2 terminals of a single quad-driver.

NOTE: Test numbers refer to numbers on diagnostic chart.
  1. This test checks if control module is commanding TCC solenoid on.
  2. This test checks for voltage to solenoid.
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