DTC P1870 Transmission Component Slipping 5.7L


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Circuit Description

The powertrain control module (PCM) monitors the difference between engine speed and transmission output speed. In D3 drive range with the TCC engaged, the engine speed should closely match the transmission output speed. In D4 drive range, with the TCC engaged, the TCC slip speed should be -20 to +40 RPM.

When the PCM detects excessive TCC slip when the TCC should be engaged, then DTC P1870 sets. DTC P1870 is a type B DTC.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Conditions for Setting the DTC

DTC P1870 sets if the following conditions occur for three TCC cycles.

The following actions may occur before the DTC sets.

If the TCC is commanded ON and at maximum duty cycle for 5 seconds, the TP angle is 10-40%, and the transmission slip counter has incremented to either 1 or 2 (out of 3 to increment the fail counter for the current ignition cycle), then the following slip conditions and actions may increment the fail counter for the current ignition cycle: These conditions must occur sequentially.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

Diagnostic Aids

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. This step tests the torque converter for slippage while in a commanded lock-up state.

DTC P1870 Transmission Component Slipping (5.7L)

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the Powertrain Diagnostic System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to A Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check in Engine Controls

2

Inspect for correct transmission fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure . Did you perform the fluid checking procedure?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure

3

  1. Install a Scan Tool .
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.

Important

Before clearing the DTC, use the Scan Tool in order to record the Freeze Frame and Failure Records. Using the Clear Info function erases the Freeze Frame and Failure Records from the PCM.

  1. Record the DTC Freeze Frame and Failure Records.
  2. Clear the DTC.

Important

It may be necessary to allow multiple TCC cycles to occur in order to verify a slipping condition. It may also be necessary to ensure the transmission is warm before performing this step.

  1. Drive the vehicle in 4th gear with the TCC commanded ON.

Does the Scan Tool TCC Slip Speed measure within the specified range for 7 seconds?

80-800 RPM

Go to Step 4

Go to Diagnostic Aids

4

  1. Inspect the torque converter clutch (TCC) solenoid valve for the following conditions:
    • Internal malfunction (such as sediment or damage)
    • Damaged seals
  2. Inspect the torque converter clutch pulse width modulation (TCC PWM) solenoid valve for the following conditions:
    • Internal malfunction (such as sediment or damage)
    • Damaged seals

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 14

Go to Step 5

5

  1. Inspect the 1-2 shift solenoid (SS) valve for the following conditions:
    • Internal malfunction (such as sediment or damage)
    • Damaged seals Refer to Shift Solenoid Leak Test .
  2. Inspect the 2-3 shift solenoid (SS) valve for the following conditions:
    • Internal malfunction (such as sediment or damage)
    • Damaged seals Refer to Shift Solenoid Leak Test .
  3. Inspect the 3-2 shift solenoid valve assembly for the following conditions:
    • Internal malfunction (such as sediment or damage)
    • Damaged seals Refer to Shift Solenoid Leak Test .

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 14

Go to Step 6

6

  1. Inspect the valve body assembly for a stuck regulator apply valve.
  2. Inspect the valve body assembly for a scored regulator apply valve body. Refer to Transmission Overhaul Procedure in the 4L60-E Section of the Transmission Unit Repair Manual.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 13

Go to Step 7

7

Inspect the torque converter assembly for the following conditions:

  • Front stator shaft bushing for wear
  • Stator roller clutch not holding
  • External damage/leaks

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 13

Go to Step 8

8

Inspect the oil pump assembly for the following conditions:

  • A stuck converter clutch valve
  • The converter clutch valve is assembled backwards
  • A mispositioned converter clutch valve retaining ring
  • A cocked converter clutch outer valve spring
  • A mispositioned pump to case gasket
  • Restricted orifice cup plugs
  • Damaged orifice cup plugs
  • Over-tightened, or unevenly tightened pump body to cover bolts

Refer to Transmission Overhaul Procedure in the 4L60-E Section of the Transmission Unit Repair Manual. Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 13

Go to Step 9

9

Inspect the input housing and shaft assembly for the following conditions:

  • Cut turbine shaft O-ring seal
  • Damaged turbine shaft O-ring seal
  • Restricted turbine shaft retainer and ball assembly
  • Damaged turbine shaft retainer and ball assembly

Refer to Transmission Overhaul Procedure in the 4L60-E Section of the Transmission Unit Repair Manual. Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 13

Go to Step 10

10

Inspect the 2-4 band assembly for the following conditions:

  • Worn 2-4 band
  • Damaged 2-4 band
  • Mispositioned 2-4 band
  • Misassembled 2-4 band
  • The band anchor pin is not engaged.
  • Restricted apply passages in the 2-4 servo assembly
  • Blocked apply passages in the 2-4 servo assembly
  • Nicks or burrs on the servo pin
  • Nicks or burrs on the pin bore in the case
  • Damaged fourth servo piston
  • Misassembled fourth servo piston
  • Damaged band apply pin
  • Incorrect band apply pin
  • Damaged servo bore in the case
  • Missing piston seals
  • Cut piston seals
  • Damaged piston seals
  • Porosity in the pistons
  • Porosity in the cover
  • Porosity in the case
  • Damaged piston seal grooves
  • Plugged orifice cup plug
  • Missing orifice cup plug

Refer to Transmission Overhaul Procedure in the 4L60-E Section of the Transmission Unit Repair Manual. Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 13

Go to Step 11

11

Inspect the forward clutch assembly for the following conditions:

  • Worn clutch plates
  • Porosity in the forward clutch piston
  • Damaged forward clutch piston
  • Missing forward clutch piston inner and outer seals
  • Cut forward clutch piston inner and outer seals
  • Damaged forward clutch piston inner and outer seals
  • Missing input housing to forward clutch housing O-ring seal
  • Cut input housing to forward clutch housing O-ring seal
  • Damaged input housing to forward clutch housing O-ring seal
  • Damaged forward clutch housing
  • Damaged forward clutch housing retainer and ball assembly
  • Forward clutch housing retainer and ball assembly is not sealing.

Refer to Transmission Overhaul Procedure in the 4L60-E Section of the Transmission Unit Repair Manual. Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 13

Go to Step 12

12

Inspect the 3-4 clutch assembly for the following conditions:

  • Worn clutch plates
  • Porosity in the 3-4 clutch piston
  • Damaged 3-4 clutch piston
  • Missing 3-4 clutch inner and outer seals
  • Cut 3-4 clutch inner and outer seals
  • Damaged 3-4 clutch inner and outer seals
  • Damaged 3-4 clutch spring assembly
  • Damaged 3-4 clutch apply ring
  • Damaged piston seal grooves
  • Plugged orifice cup plug
  • Missing orifice cup plug

Refer to Transmission Overhaul Procedure in the 4L60-E Section of the Transmission Unit Repair Manual. Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 13

Go to Diagnostic Aids

13

  1. Change the AT fluid and filter.
  2. Inspect for correct transmission fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure .
  3. Add new AT fluid as necessary.

Important

The Clear TAPS function will clear all adapt cells. This may affect transmission performance. The PCM will update the transmission adapt cell values as the vehicle is driven.

  1. Using the Scan Tool , perform the Clear TAPS function.

Did you complete the above procedure?

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Go to Step 14

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14

Perform the following procedure in order to verify the repair:

  1. Select DTC.
  2. Select Clear Info.
  3. Operate the vehicle under the following conditions:
    • Drive the vehicle in D4, with the TCC ON, and a throttle position of 9-35%.
    • Ensure that the Scan Tool TCC Slip Speed is -20 to +50 RPM for at least 7 seconds.
  4. Select Specific DTC.
  5. Enter DTC P1870.

Has the test run and passed?

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System OK

Go to Step 1