545RFE Automatic Transmission (ALL Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) ) - ALLDATA Repair

9/17/2019 545RFE Automatic Transmission (ALL Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC )) - ALLDATA Repair
2007 Jeep Truck Grand Cherokee 4WD V8-5.7L VIN 2

Vehicle > ALL Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC ) > Testing and Inspection > P Code Charts > P0734
545RFE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
P0734-GEAR RATIO ERROR IN 4TH
For a complete wiring diagram Refer to Diagrams/Electrical See: Vehicle > Electrical
Theory of Operation
The transmission system uses two speed sensors, one to measure input rpm and one to measure output rpm. These
inputs are essential for proper transmission operation. Therefore, the integrity of this data is verified through the
following checks:
1) Once in a particular gear, if the gear ratio varies from the correct gear ratio, the corresponding in-gear trouble code
is set (DTCs P0731-36 and P01736).
2) An excessive change in input or output speeds indicating signal intermittent will result in the DTCs P0716 and/or
P0721 being set.
3) If the common speed sensor ground circuit is lost, both sensor inputs will read the pulses from the input speed
sensor when at a stop in neutral. Since the input speed sensor reads 60 teeth from the input clutch hub and the
output speed sensor reads 30 teeth from the park gear, the result is an apparent speed ratio of 1:2 and may cause
the DTC P1794 to set.
- When Monitored:
Continuously with the ignition on, engine running, with the transmission in gear.
- Set Condition:
If the ratio of the Input rpm to the Output rpm does not match the current gear ratio. This DTC can take up to five
minutes of problem identification before illuminating the MIL.
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Always perform the 45RFE/545RFE Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting Procedure before proceeding. See: Automatic
Transmission/Transaxle > Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview > 45RFE/545RFE Pre-Diagnostic
Troubleshooting Procedure
Diagnostic Test
1. CHECK FOR RELATED DTCS
With the scan tool, check for other transmission DTCs
If any of these DTCs are present, perform their respective tests first.
Are there any Transmission solenoid, line pressure, speed sensor, and/or loss of prime DTCs present?
Yes
- Refer to the Transmission and Drivetrain and perform the appropriate symptom. If any of these DTCs are present,
they may cause a Speed Ratio Error. Perform the test for P0944 first if it is present. See: A L L Diagnostic Trouble
Codes ( DTC ) > P Code Charts > P0944
No
- Go To 2
2. CHECK DTC EVENT DATA
With the scan tool, read and record the DTC EVENT DATA.
NOTE: Make sure to record all DTC EVENT DATA stored in the scan tool for future reference in this test procedure.
Does the DTC EVENT DATA display information for the DTC P0734?
Yes
- Go To 4
No
- Go To 3
3. CHECK FOR ANOTHER DTC
In the DTC EVENT DATA recorded earlier, does the DTC EVENT DATA show the DTC P1790, with Target Gear = 4th, or
with both the 4C and OD clutches applying?
Yes
- Go To 4
No
- Go To 6
4. CHECK INPUT RPM

In the DTC EVENT DATA recorded earlier, does the Input rpm read zero?
Yes
- Refer to the Transmission and Drivetrain and perform the diagnostic procedure for P0716 (Input Speed Sensor
Error). Diagnose the DTC as if it is set and current. See: A L L Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC ) > P Code Charts >
P0716
No
- Go To 5
5. CHECK LINE PRESSURE READING
In the DTC EVENT DATA recorded earlier, is the line pressure reading more than 10 PSI below the desired line
pressure reading?
Yes
- Remove the Transmission Oil pan and check the Transmission Oil filter for improper installation or plugged, if
Primary oil filter is OK, check the main regulator valve in pump. If excessive debris is in the oil pan, check clutches
and repair as necessary.
- Perform 45RFE/545RFE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST. See: A L L Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC ) >
Verification Tests > 45RFE/545RFE Transmission Verification Test
No
- Go To 6
6. CHECK TRANSMISSION FOR SLIPPAGE
Erase DTCs and road test the vehicle.
Check the transmission operation in reverse and all forward gears.
During the road test, was there any obvious slippage noted in 4th gear or a runaway during the 3-4 shift?
Yes
- Go To 8
No
- Go To 7
7. CHECK IF DTC RESETS
With the scan tool, check for Transmission DTCs after the road test.
Did the DTC P0734 reset?
Yes
- Go To 8
No
- Test Complete.
8. CHECK INTERNAL TRANSMISSION
Remove the Transmission Oil Pan and Valve Body and check for the following:
- Excessive debris in the oil pan.
- Remove the Valve Body and check if the accumulator cover is intact and the 4C tower seal is not cut or split.
- OD and 4C accumulator pistons for cracks and/or cut seals.
- Solenoid Switch Valve and its plugs for stickiness or wear.
- Cut or missing #5 and/or #6 check ball.
- OD bleed orifice on top of the Valve Body
- Air check the OD and 4C hydraulic clutch circuits for excessive leakage.
NOTE: Both the OD and 4C hydraulic clutch circuits contain a small bleed orifice. A small amount of air leakage is
considered normal. The OD hydraulic clutch circuit bleed orifice connects to the Reverse input clutch hydraulic
cavity. A small amount of air leakage into the Reverse hydraulic clutch circuit is considered normal.
Were there any problems found?
Yes
- Repair as necessary.
No
- Go To 9
9. CHECK REVERSE GEAR
Was there no reverse gear during the road test?
Yes (no reverse)
- Go To 10
No (reverse gear OK)
- Replace Transmission Solenoid/TRS Assembly.

10. CHECK ROAD TEST RESULTS
During the road test, was there no 2nd gear and no 4th gear, but 3rd gear (limp-in) was OK?
Yes
- Go To 11
No
- Go To 12
11. CHECK FOR BROKEN REVERSE SUN GEAR WELD
Working through the windows in the bottom of the case, check for a broken Reverse Sun gear weld to the reaction
carrier as follows:
1) Hold the Transmission Output Shaft by holding the Transmission Manual Lever in the park position.
2) Rotate the Input Annulus gear and drive shell (the drum that encloses the two rearmost carriers).
3) Check to see if the reaction carrier (the front most carrier, whose outer shell is splined to the 2C clutch) is rotating
faster than the drive shell is being turned.
Is the reaction carrier turning faster than the drive shell?
Yes
- Replace Transmission Solenoid/TRS Assembly.

No
- Replace the reaction carrier.

12. CHECK REVERSE CARRIER HUB WELD
Remove the Transmission and inspect the weld on the reverse carrier hub.
Were there any problems found?
Yes
- Repair as necessary.
No
- Disassemble and inspect the input clutch assembly. Check the OD and Reverse clutch seals, discs, and bleed
orifice (in the OD/Reverse clutch piston). Check the OD hub and shaft. Repair as necessary.

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9/17/2019 545RFE Automatic Transmission (ALL Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC )) - ALLDATA Repair

2007 Jeep Truck Grand Cherokee 4WD V8-5.7L VIN 2

545RFE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

P0734-GEAR RATIO ERROR IN 4TH

1. CHECK FOR RELATED DTCS

With the scan tool, check for other transmission DTCs

2. CHECK DTC EVENT DATA

3. CHECK FOR ANOTHER DTC

4. CHECK INPUT RPM

5. CHECK LINE PRESSURE READING

6. CHECK TRANSMISSION FOR SLIPPAGE

Erase DTCs and road test the vehicle.

Check the transmission operation in reverse and all forward gears.

7. CHECK IF DTC RESETS

Did the DTC P0734 reset?

8. CHECK INTERNAL TRANSMISSION

Were there any problems found?

9. CHECK REVERSE GEAR

Was there no reverse gear during the road test?

Yes (no reverse)

No (reverse gear OK)

- Replace Transmission Solenoid/TRS Assembly.

10. CHECK ROAD TEST RESULTS

11. CHECK FOR BROKEN REVERSE SUN GEAR WELD

Is the reaction carrier turning faster than the drive shell?

- Replace Transmission Solenoid/TRS Assembly.

- Replace the reaction carrier.

12. CHECK REVERSE CARRIER HUB WELD

Were there any problems found?

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