Section 07-01C: Transmission, Automatic, 4R70W
1996 F-150 (4x2) (4x4) and Bronco Vehicles Equipped with 5.0L Engines Workshop Manual
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING

Diagnostic Trouble Code Charts

 

DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHARTS
*Output circuit check, generated only by electrical symptoms.
**May also be generated by some other nonelectric transmission hardware system.
Four-Digit DTCComponentDescriptionConditionSymptomAction
P1111SYSTEMPassNo malfunction detected.Malfunction not detected by PCM.Refer to PC/ED.
P0112IATIAT indicates 121°C (250°F) (grounded)Voltage drop across IAT exceeds scale set for temperature 121°C (250°F).Incorrect EPC pressure. Either high or low which will result in harsh or soft shifts.Refer to PC/ED.
P0113IATIAT indicates -40°C (-40°F) (open circuit)Voltage drop across IAT exceeds scale set for temperature -40°C
(-40°F).
Incorrect EPC pressure. Either high or low which will result in harsh or soft shifts.Refer to PC/ED.
P0114IATIAT out of on-board diagnostic rangeIAT temperature higher or lower than expected during KOEO and KOER.Rerun on-board diagnostic at normal operating temperature.Refer to PC/ED.
P1116ECTECT out of on-board diagnostic rangeECT temperature higher or lower than expected during KOEO and KOER.Rerun on-board diagnostic at normal operating temperature.Refer to PC/ED.
P0117ECTECT indicates 121°C (250°F)Voltage drop across ECT exceeds scale set for temperature 121°C (250°F) (grounded).Torque converter clutch will always be off, resulting in reduced fuel economy.Refer to PC/ED.
P0118ECTECT indicates -40°C (-40°F)Voltage drop across ECT exceeds scale set for temperature -40°C
(-40°F) (open circuit).
Torque converter clutch will always be off, resulting in reduced fuel economy.Refer to PC/ED.
P1124TPTP voltage high/low for on-board diagnostic.TP was not in the correct position for on-board diagnostic.Rerun at appropriate throttle position per application.Refer to PC/ED.
P0122, P0123, P1120, P1121, P1125TPTP concernPCM has detected an error. This error may cause a transmission concern.Harsh engagements, firm shift feel, abnormal shift schedule, torque converter clutch does not engage. Torque converter clutch cycling.Refer to PC/ED.
P0102, P0103, P1100, P1101MAFMAF concernsMAF system has a malfunction which may cause a transmission concern.High/low EPC pressure, incorrect shift schedule. Incorrect torque converter clutch engagement scheduling. Symptoms similar to a TP failure.Refer to PC/ED.
P0300-P0308
P0320, P0340
P1351-P1364
EIEI system concernsEI system has a malfunction which may cause a transmission concern.Harsh engagements and shifts, late WOT shifts, no torque converter clutch engagement.Refer to PC/ED.
P0503, P0500, P1500, P1501VSSInsufficient VSS input.PCM detected a loss of vehicle speed signal during operation.Torque converter clutch engages, shift engagement/disengagement (hunting) on grades.Refer to PC/ED.
P1703BOOBrake not actuated during on-board diagnostic.Brake not cycled during KOER.Failed ON or not connected—torque converter clutch will not engage at less than 1/3 throttle.Refer to PC/ED.
P1703BOOBOO switch circuit failed.Brake ON/OFF circuit failure.Failed OFF or not connected—torque converter clutch will not disengage when brake is applied.Refer to PC/ED.
P1460A/CA/C clutch cycling pressure switch errorA/C or Defrost ON condition may result from A/C clutch being ON during on-board diagnostic.DTC set during on-board diagnostic—rerun with A/C OFF.
Failed ON—EPC pressure slightly low with A/C OFF.
Refer to PC/ED.
P0781,**
P1731**
SS1 or internal parts1-2 shift errorEngine rpm drop not detected when 1-2 shift was commanded by PCM.Improper gear selection depending on failure or mode and manual lever position. Shift errors may also be due to other internal transmission concerns (stuck valves, damaged friction material).Refer to Solenoid On/Off Charts. Refer to Pinpoint Test A.
P0782,** P1732**SS1, SS2 or internal parts2-3 shift errorEngine rpm drop not detected when 2-3 shift was commanded by PCM.Improper gear selection depending on failure or mode and manual lever position. Shift errors may also be due to other internal transmission concerns (stuck valves, damaged friction material).Refer to Solenoid On/Off Charts. Refer to Pinpoint Test A.
P0783,** P1733**SS1, SS2 or internal parts3-4 shift errorEngine rpm drop not detected when 3-4 shift was commanded by PCM.Improper gear selection depending on failure or mode and manual lever position. Shift errors may also be due to other internal transmission concerns (stuck valves, damaged friction material).Refer to Solenoid On/Off Charts. Refer to Pinpoint Test A.
P0750*SS1SS1 solenoid circuit failureSS1 circuit failed to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or shorted or PCM driver failure during on-board diagnostic.Improper gear selection depending on condition mode and manual lever position. See Solenoid On/Off chart.Refer to Pinpoint Test A.
P0755*SS2SS2 solenoid circuit failureSS2 circuit fails to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or shorted or PCM driver failure during on-board diagnostic.Improper gear selection depending on condition mode and manual lever position. See Solenoid On/Off chart.Refer to Pinpoint Test A.
TCILTCIL circuit failureTCIL circuit open or shorted.Failed ON—Overdrive cancel mode on. NO flashing TCIL for EPC failure or sensor.
Failed OFF—Overdrive cancel mode never indicated. NO flashing TCIL for EPC sensor failure.
Refer to PC/ED.
P1747**EPCEPC solenoid circuit failure, shorted circuit or output driver.Voltage through EPC solenoid is checked. An error will be noted if tolerance is exceeded.Short Circuit—Causes minimum EPC pressure (minimum capacity) and limits engine torque (alternate firm).Refer to Pinpoint Test E.
P1746**EPCShorted PCM output driver. Open Circuit—Causes maximum EPC pressure, harsh engagements and shifts.Refer to Pinpoint Test E.
P0741**TransmissionTransmission slippage detected.The PCM picked up an excessive amount of slippage during normal vehicle operation.Transmission slippage/erratic or no torque converter clutch operation. Flash TCIL.Refer to Diagnosis by Symptom.
P1780TCSTCS not changing states.TCS not cycled during self-test. TCS circuit open or shorted.Rerun on-board diagnostic and cycle switch. No OD cancel when switch is cycled.PC/ED
P1711TFTTFT out of on-board diagnostic range.Transmission not at operating temperature during on-board diagnostic.Warm vehicle to normal operating temperature.Refer to Pinpoint Test B.
P0713TFT-40°C (-40°F) indicated TFT sensor circuit open.Voltage drop across TFT sensor exceeds scale set for temperature -40°C
(-40°F)
Firm shift feel.Refer to Pinpoint Test B.
P0712TFT157°C (315°F) indicated TFT sensor circuit grounded.Voltage drop across TFT sensor exceeds scale set for temperature of 157°C (315°F)Firm shift feel.Refer to Pinpoint Test B.
P0720, P0721OSSInsufficient input from output shaft speed sensor.PCM detected a loss of OSS signal during operation.Harsh shifts, abnormal shift schedule, no torque converter clutch activation.Refer to Pinpoint Test F.
P0743*TCCTCC solenoid circuit failure during on-board diagnostic.TCC solenoid circuit fails to provide voltage drop across solenoid. Circuit open or shorted or PCM drive failure during on-board diagnostic.Short circuit—Engine stalls in second (OD, 2 range) at low idle speeds with brake applied.
Open circuit—Torque converter clutch never engages.
Refer to Pinpoint Test C.
P1705TR SensorTR sensor not indicating PARK during KOEO.On-board diagnostic not run in PARK.Rerun on-board diagnostic in PARKRefer to Pinpoint Test D.
P1741**TCCExcessive torque converter clutch engagement error.Excessive variations in slip (engine speed surge) across the torque converter clutch.Engine rpm oscillation is present in 3rd gear.Refer to Pinpoint Test C.
P1783TFTTransmission overtemp condition indicated.Transmission fluid temperature exceeded 132°C (270°F).Increase in EPC pressure.Refer to Pinpoint Test B.
P0707TR SensorTR sensor circuit below minimum voltage.TR sensor, circuit or PCM shorted or grounded.Increase in EPC pressure.Refer to Pinpoint Test D.
P0708TR SensorTR sensor circuit above maximum voltage.TR sensor, circuit or PCM indicates open.Increase in EPC pressure.Refer to Pinpoint Test D.
P0751SS1Shift solenoid No. 1 functional failure.Mechanical or hydraulic failure of the shift solenoid.Improper gear selection depending on failure mode and manual lever position.Refer to Solenoid On/Off Chart. Refer to Pinpoint Test A.
P0756SS2Shift solenoid No. 2 functional failure.Mechanical or hydraulic failure of the shift solenoid.Improper gear selection depending on failure mode and manual lever position.Refer to Solenoid On/Off Chart. Refer to Pinpoint Test A.
P1742TCCTCC solenoid failed ON (Calif. only).TCC solenoid has failed ON by electric, mechanical or hydraulic concern.Harsh shifts.Refer to Pinpoint Test C.
P1743TCCTCC solenoid failed ON.TCC solenoid has failed ON by electric, mechanical or hydraulic concern.Harsh shifts.Refer to Pinpoint Test C.
P1744Transmission (California only)Transmission slippage detected.The PCM picked up an excessive amount of slippage during normal vehicle operation.Transmission slippage/erratic or no torque converter clutch operation.Refer to Diagnosis by Symptom Chart.
P1751**SS1Shift solenoid No. 1 functional failure (California only)Mechanical or hydraulic failure of the shift solenoid.Improper gear selection depending on failure mode and manual lever position.Refer to Solenoid On/Off Chart. Refer to Pinpoint Test A.
P1756**SS2Shift solenoid No. 2 functional failure (California only)Mechanical or hydraulic failure of the shift solenoid.Improper gear selection depending on failure mode and manual lever position.Refer to Solenoid On/Off Chart. Refer to Pinpoint Test A.
P17814x4L switch4x4L switch closed.4x4L switch closed/or 4x4 low indicator lamp circuit open.Failed on — Early shift schedules in 4x2 and 4x4 HI range.Refer to PC/ED.
    Failed off — Shifts delayed in 4x4 Low. 
    NOTE: If the 4x4 low indicator light fuse is blown, the transmission will shift according to the 4x4 low shift schedule regardless of the transfer case position. 
P17294x4L switch4x4L switch failure.4x4L switch failure during normal vehicle operation.Early shifts, harsh shifts, increase in electronic pressure control pressure.Refer to PC/ED.