IMPORT COMPUTER CONTROLS AOE ISUZU TROOPER & RODEO 4L30-E ‘The V6 Isuzu Trooper and Rodeo use an electronically controlled overdrive transmission with five solenoids to control shifting, torque converter clutch, and oil pressure. This transmission has an overdrive section on the front with a separate oil pan. The rear section ofthe transmission is similar to the THM 180 except for the electronic controls on the valve body. The TCM (Transmission Control Module) is the computer that exclusively controls transmission functions. Engine electrical functions are controlled by a separate computer. Ifthe power to the TCM or tothe transmission is lost, the transmission will fail-safe to 4th gear when it is placed in the "D" position Fail-Safe Mode occurs as a result of system failure or faults detected by the TCM which could affect safety or damage the transmission, All grounds to the solenoids are canceled and the "Check Trans" light on the dash board flashes when this occurs. Without current to the solenoids, the transmission ‘will startin 4th gear when the shift lever is placed in "D" or "3", In manual "2", 3rd gear is available, and in manual "I", Ist gear is available. Shifts will also be much firmer due to the lack of voltage 10 the force motor. ‘The shifting solenoids and the band apply solenoid are on the valve body in the main case. The "Force Motor" (pressure control solenoid) and the TCC solenoid ison the valve body in the overdrive section. The solenoid locations are shown in Figure 1. Electrical operation and check procedures will be explained further in this chapter. 23 12/34 SHIFT SHIFT SOLENOID SOLENOID CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID Figure | AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICE GROUP 2sIMPORT COMPUTER CONTROLS TRANSMISSION CONTROLS 4130-E ‘The TCM (Transmission Control Module) gathers input information from various sensors and switches in the vehicle and, then according to a programmed strategy, outputs voltage signals to the lamps and solenoids to control shifting and feel The input signals that the TCM uses are briefly described in Figure 2, and the output signals that come out of the TCM are briefly described in Figure 3 INPUT SIGNAL Pane ‘Speed sensor endo TA “Senses rotation of output shal and feeds the deta to TOM Throttie position sensor {teed 10 engine) ‘Senses the erent of hae valve apning and the speed ofthe rote valve lver mation to open the valve and feeds the data to TCM (ed to ECM alao) ‘Brake SW xed to brake pedal), ‘Senaes whathor the diver hes pressed the brake pedal or not and fede the information to TEM: Wie down SW (eed 8 accelerator pedal), ‘Senses whether te diver has pushed the aobelerator pedal ful or not fd feeds the information fo TCM. Mode SW (xed 19 TAN Senses the select ever postion and te information to TOM Power drive SW (ted to center consol) 3 evected the power mode or economy ‘Sump temp. ‘Senses the T/M oll temperature and feeds the data to TCM. [Coolant vem. sw “Senaes the engine cooling water temporature and feeds the data to TOM {Moods the signa rom ECM) ‘Engine apeed signal ‘Feeds the aignala monitoring engine speed to TEM fom IGN module {fod to ECM alo) ‘ir conditoner information ‘Senses whether tha ar conditioner has bees switched on or nat and the information to TCM: ‘Seif agnostic nput ‘By monitoring the GNO; the location of aur ie shown on the TM ‘monitor lamp\“CHECK TRANS" by flashing the code number Tarometor sensor (option ‘nd feeds the date to TCM: Winter switch (edt cantar congo!) OUTPUT SIGNAL Shik wolenord 338423 ‘Salas sh point and geer postion waked to te vehicle Fanning conde tion onthe base of TCM output Band epply solenoid ‘Controle ol flow sited tothe vehicle running condition on the basis of TCM output Tot eclenoid “Controle cluich engagementdleengagement suited tothe vehicle runni oncition on the base of TCM output Force motor (Pressure regulator valve) ‘Adjuts the oll pump delivery preseur Yo lne pressure sued tothe ‘vehicle running condition on the basle TCM output Power drive mode lamp Tnforma the driver whether the vehicle an the power made or nol Winter dive mode arp informa te driver whether the vehicle ie in the winter mode oF not TM monitor lamp, (CHECK TRANS”) Teforma the diver of fllure in the system. also diplaya the aot diag tiscode Diagnostic t connector ‘When connected with TECH 1 or tester, can communicate the data for function check te AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICE GROUP 26IMPORT COMPUTER CONTROLS Mok TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ‘The TCM has a built in diagnostic system that will store trouble codes in the event of a malfunction. ‘Trouble codes that have been stored or are now current can be retrieved by a Tech I scanner or by jumping the correct pins at the diagnostic connector, For 1990 and 1991 models, jump across the white two wire connector located under the dash on the left side using a jumper wire. See inset box in Figure 4. On 1992 and later models jump the outer pins of the three wire connector behind the center console with a jumper wire. See Figure 4. Tum on the ignition. and watch the "Check ‘Trans" light for flashes. Codes and flashing light interpretation is found on the next page. “TeMand GoM cable aren oor temp and 4 speaker cble arse X18 (To comb. cable ‘se Died Inga on back, ‘ie athe ove box) Kw are) wexolmsv, EEEGGES=ESEEESS) pied = xm SEP 0, 7 yao] «= ESE eee joe omer" Boe sca war pate “acace! 7 i ae A Bie 2 oixcnostic 2 04) xa eomnatre) fitaor “94 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICE GROUP 27IMPORT COMPUTER CONTROLS AB0k TROUBLE CODES Trouble codes ae displayed at the "Check Trans" light in the same manner as in most General Motors vehicles. All codes are two digit codes. The first set of flashes isthe first digit ofthe code. Ikis followed by a pause and then the second set of flashes which is the second digit ofthe code Then there is a long pause and the code is repeated. All codes are flashed three times before the next codeis flashed. Afterall stored codes ae flashed, the sequence start over again until the jumper leads ate disconnected. A list of trouble codes for the transmission are shown in Figures 5 and 6. Note: Ifthe engine is not running when checking for trouble codes, a code 12 will flash first which ‘means that the distributer isn’t tuming, This is normal Figure 5 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICE GROUP 28IMPORT COMPUTER CONTROLS TROUBLE CODES CONTINUED Figure 6 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICE GROUP 29 4L30-EIMPORT COMPUTER CONTROLS AOE TRANSMISSION INPUTS ‘The Mode Switch (Inhibitor Switch) is mounted tothe left side ofthe main case atthe shift ever shaft. Itacts as a neutral safety switch and it als tells the TCM the shift lever position. Seven types ‘of postions can be selected according oS signals from the Mode Switch. Battery voltaye is directed through the Mode Switch (Inhibitor Switch) to the TCM or back-up lamp, and a ground is provided to close the neutral start relay. With the switch disconnected, check for continuity as shown below in Figure 9, and when connected, for voltage at terminal D, cettnTon Stem 3 TERMINALD =42VOITs ‘= Lelefel ‘TERMINAL E = GROUND wero swiT CONNECTOR aLACKS Figure 9 ‘The Oil Temperature Sensor is in the wire hamess in the overdrive section of the transmission. It sends a signal to the TCM based on resistance. At 176° F, there is approximately 1.02 volts across terminal C and D with the ignition on and the wire connector connected. Ifthe temperature exceeds 284° F,, the resistance across the sensor signal the TCM to dis-able the "Winter Mode". ‘The Winter Switch on the dash board is normally closed. When itis pushed, it opens and signals the TCM to turn on the winter light on the dash and allow 3rd gear starts in "D" range only. This feature is for low traction conditions, and is cancelled automatically by the TCM if the vehicle ‘exceeds 19 mph for more than one second, or the gearshift is moved to or" ‘The PWR/ECO Switch is on the dash and it changes the shift pattem from normal, in the economy mode, to higher speed shifts in the power mode. This switch does not operate when the Winter Switch is on. ‘The Coolant Temperature Sensor sends is signal to the TCM through the ECM first. The coolant temperature signal sent to the TCM is figured into the strategy for TCC and overdrive. The variable resistance signal can be checked at the coolant temperature sensor. See Figure 10 30. (14) 10 (60) 20 (68) com soa} Sol 801078) Figure 10. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVIC! 304L30-E IMPORT COMPUTER CONTROLS TRANSMISSION INPUTS ‘The Throttle Position Sensor is mounted to the throttle body on the motor. It receives a 5 volt referece signal from the ECM and sends a reum voltage back to the ECm and TCM that is proportional to throttle openning. It can easliy be cheched with a voltmeter at throttle body. With the ignition on, the signal return voltage should be.5 to 9 volt. As the throttle is opened,the voltage should increase smoothly to about 4.5 volts at wide open throttle, See Figure 7 for throtle position sensor pin identification FRONT VIEW TOTCM TO TCM. OF CONNECTOR PIN46 PING \ sow ane . THROTTLE, ToTCM POSITION SENSOR PIN 24 Figure 7 The Speed Sensor is mounted to the transmission extension housing, Its an AC voltage generator that sends a signal to the TCM. The TCM convert the voltage frequency into a usable speed signal It is best checked with an ohnimeter at the transmission. With the wire connector disconnected, ‘check across the two pins on top of the speed sensor. See Figure 8. The correct reading should be about 3000 ohms at room temperature. Also check to make sure that there is no continuity at all, between either pin of the speed sensor and ground. Figure & ‘The Kickdown Switch is connected to the accelerator pedal, It is normally open and it should close to ground when the accelerator pedal is fully depressed. Check it with an ohmmeter. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICE GROUP 314L30-E IMPORT COMPUTER CONTROLS: TCU WIRE SCHEMATIC 1m Control Unit (TCU) is seperate from the Engine Control Unit (ECU), but it shares some of the same vehicle information, When checking individual circuits, itis important to correctly identify exact pin location. The wire shematic shown in Figure 11 is for general circuit identification only. Specific pin locations for solenoids, and other sensors are shown inthe sections of this chapter that explain those sensors. Pin numbers for the TCM connector can be identified in Figure 4 of this chapter. Th STARTER INHIBITION iN ‘CONTINUOUS SUPPLY + simconorronenwronwaion ~~ ——— Pawns gogt an Teme. ro. coo ‘THROTTLE POSITION SENEOR fit sack Lots MODE SWITCH (OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR [ANALOG BAROMETER SENSOR ‘AIR COND, cUT OFF RELAY AS POESF Nang sreeo, FRBUIRRTSEEom lok DOWN SWITCH POWER ORIVE MODE LAMP WINTER MODE LAMP POWER/ECO. PUSH BUTTON WINTER PUSH BUTTON DIAGNOSTIC INIT. INPUT ARETE SPOOF to DIAGNOsTICSERIALIN/OUT ——+-— | Figure 11 MAIN CASE. SHIFT SOL. 29 (ONIOFF SHIFT SOL. 12/94 ON/OFF ‘BAND APPLY SOLENOID ADAPTOR CASE raxe smircH (ORMALLY CLbseo) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICE GROUP 32Se IMPORT COMPUTER CONTROLS MOF WIRE CONNECTOR LAYOUT ‘The wiring hamess for the Isuzu Trooper travels across the body from the drivers side where the ‘TCU is located , to the passenger side where the transmission connectors are located. Connecter locations and pin identification for the transmission wiring harness is provided in Figure 12. ahh eaaet SSuvectoR I, TAA Sehneeron 28x « a wee Ae x aapomeren Sensor (anen) Figure 12. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICE GROUP 33IMPORT COMPUTER CONTROLS {08 SHIFT CONTROL The Shift Pattern is controlled electronically with 2 shift solenoids that are located on the mian case valve body. They receive a 12 volt signal and ground from the TCM. The shifting speeds will. vary as the TCM interprets numerous electronic signals from the various input sensors. the 2 shift solenoids are the 1-2/3-4 shift solenoid and the 2-3 shift solenoid. The correct operational chart for these solenoids is found in Figure 13, VIEW LOOKING INTO ‘CASE CONNECTOR 42/34 23 = SHIFT SOLENOID | SHIFT SOLENOID ON ‘2ND GEAR (2 ors FROM Tom ‘BRD GEAR (Grou 702301, FROM TOM (0) cR0UND 10 12/34 80. FROM ToM Figure 13 TRANSMISSION SOLENOIDS ‘The Force Motor (Pressure Control Solenoid) is located in the overdrive section of the transmis sion. Its the "large" solenoid on the passenger side, front of the overdrive section. It recieves a pulse width modulated signal from the TCM, Based primarily on the TPS and Speed Sensor, the ‘TCM varies the signal to the Force Motor. This regulates throttle boost oil to the pressure regulator valve. Itcan be electically checked at the overdrive case connector. With the connector disconnected, there shoud be 3.7-4.7 ohms or resistance across "B" and "E". See Figure 14, ‘The TCC Solenoid is mounted to the valve body in the overdrive section of the transmission. Itis, intemally grounded and gets a 12 volt signal from the TCM to contro! torque converter clutch apply Converter clutch is normally available in 3rd and 4th gear according to vehicle conditions. On some modes, ifthe transmission fluid exeeds 285°F., the TCM will command TCC in 2nd gear, Check the TCC Solenoid with an ohmmeter at the overdrive case connector. With the connector discon- nected, there should be 17.5-18.5 ohms of resistance between pin A and ground. See Figure 15 Bw) £0 |e) Jou rw seme Cc rR 0O0-H foverow ree 4 OVERDRIVE SECTION VIEW LOOKING INTO WIRE SCHEMATIC CASE CONNECTOR Figure 14) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVI 34 ‘GROUP4L30-E IMPORT COMPUTER CONTROLS TRANSMISSION SOLENOIDS CONTINUED ‘The 1-2 / 3-4 Shift Solenoid is located on the outside front of the main valve body. Itreceives 12, volts from the TCM and also a ground signal from the TCM to complete the circuit. The 1-2 3-4 shift solenoid is grounded in 2nd and 3rd gear. This solenoid is normally closed. When itis energized (grounded) by the TCM, it opens and allows drive oil to shift the 1-2/3-4 shift valve. The 1-2/ 3-4 shift solenoid can be electrically checked at the main case connector. With the connector discon- nected there should be 17.5 - 18,5 ohms of resistance across pins C and D of the case connector See Figure 15. ‘The 2-3 Shift Solenoid is located on the inside front of the main valve body. It receives 12 volts from the TCM and also a ground signal from the TCM to complete the circuit The 2-3 shift solenoid is grounded in Ist and 2nd gear. This solenoid is normally open. When itis energized (grounded) by the TCM, itcloses and prevents drive oil from actuating the 2-3 shift valve. The 2-3 shift solenoid can be electrically checked at the main case connector. With the connector disconnected, there should be 17.5 18.5 ohms of resistance across pins A and C of the case connector. See Figure 15 urrone am | pi c| VIEW LOOKING INTO ‘CASE CONNECTOR Figure 15 ‘The Band Apply Solenoid is located at the rear of the main valve body. It is a PWM (pulse width modulated) solenoid. It receives 12 volts from the PCM and a variable (pulse width) ground signal from the PCM to control band "feel" during a forced downshift. The stronger the signal from the PCM, the softer the "feel" of the band apply during 3-2 downshifts. The Band Apply Solenoid can be electrically checked at the main case connector. With the connector disconnected, there should be 9.5 - 10,5 ohms of resistance across pins B and C of the case connector. See Figure 15 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICE GROUP. 35