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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSATURN1996SC2 L4-1.9L DOHC VIN 7REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONINITIAL INSPECTION AND DIAGNOSTIC OVERVIEWDESCRIPTION OF ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICSAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE CONTROLGENERAL INFORMATION
1996 Saturn SC2 L4-1.9L DOHC VIN 7
General Information
1996 Saturn SC2 L4-1.9L DOHC VIN 7SECTION General Information
The automatic transaxle as well as the engine is controlled by a powertrain control module (PCM). Part of the PCM is dedicated to the operation of the automatic transaxle referred to as the transaxle controller (TC).
The PCM/TC uses various input and output parameters to control the transaxle shifts. The PCM/TC has the ability to adjust (adapt) the shifting pressures due to build variations, normal transaxle wear, and environmental conditions.
Along with controlling the transaxle, the PCM/TC also incorporates extensive built-in diagnostics which constantly monitors the transaxle operation. When certain fault conditions are detected the PCM will store a diagnostic trouble code and illuminate the MIL telltale lamp to notily the driver that a fault condition has occurred. Some detected faults will not turn on an indicator lamp, but will store a DTC in the PCM to aid in diagnosing a problem. The diagnostic trouble codes which get stored into the PCM/TC are designed to determine when mechanical faults as well as electrical faults have occurred.
The transmission diagnostic charts were developed to diagnose many of the possible problems associated with the automatic transaxle. These charts will lead to the repair of wiring, sensors, transaxle internal components, or the PCM.
The PCM/TC uses various input and output parameters to control the transaxle shifts. The PCM/TC has the ability to adjust (adapt) the shifting pressures due to build variations, normal transaxle wear, and environmental conditions.
Along with controlling the transaxle, the PCM/TC also incorporates extensive built-in diagnostics which constantly monitors the transaxle operation. When certain fault conditions are detected the PCM will store a diagnostic trouble code and illuminate the MIL telltale lamp to notily the driver that a fault condition has occurred. Some detected faults will not turn on an indicator lamp, but will store a DTC in the PCM to aid in diagnosing a problem. The diagnostic trouble codes which get stored into the PCM/TC are designed to determine when mechanical faults as well as electrical faults have occurred.
The transmission diagnostic charts were developed to diagnose many of the possible problems associated with the automatic transaxle. These charts will lead to the repair of wiring, sensors, transaxle internal components, or the PCM.
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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.