Problem with my 1996 Pontiac Bonneville
3.8L 3800 V-6
check engine light
GM codes = transmission control solenoid
tech = SF
question = Where is the transmission control solenoid located on
the
transmission?
SF:
If you are referring to the Pressure Control Solenoid valve (would
need trouble code number) , it is located in the valve body of the
trans. The side cover would have to come off. As looking through
the drivers side wheel well, it is on the left side of the valve body,
just above the TCC solenoid.
Let me know if you need more assistance
3.8L 3800 V-6
check engine light
GM codes = transmission control solenoid
tech = SF
question = Where is the transmission control solenoid located on
the
transmission?
SF:
If you are referring to the Pressure Control Solenoid valve (would
need trouble code number) , it is located in the valve body of the
trans. The side cover would have to come off. As looking through
the drivers side wheel well, it is on the left side of the valve body,
just above the TCC solenoid.
Let me know if you need more assistance
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Todays GM vehicles use many sensor, switches, solenoids, and other electrical components to control or monitor every aspect of
the engine.
From controlling the fuel and ignition systems, to monitoring the emissions.
A problem in any of these systems, or subsystems, can cause the check engine light to come on.
The first step in any diagnosis of the check engine light is to get the computer (PCM or ECM) scanned for codes. Any time this
warning comes on, a code is stored in the computer memory along with many data parameters that were present at the time of the
fault.
A simple code reader that can be purchased at any automotive supplier can retrieve these codes. Many of the large national parts
store chains will scan the system at no charge. The code will give an indication as to what system has / had a problem. The more
expensive scanners will also show live data, and allow further diagnosis by being able to control parts of a particular system.
Todays GM vehicles use many sensor, switches, solenoids, and other electrical components to control or monitor every aspect of
the engine.
From controlling the fuel and ignition systems, to monitoring the emissions.
A problem in any of these systems, or subsystems, can cause the check engine light to come on.
The first step in any diagnosis of the check engine light is to get the computer (PCM or ECM) scanned for codes. Any time this
warning comes on, a code is stored in the computer memory along with many data parameters that were present at the time of the
fault.
A simple code reader that can be purchased at any automotive supplier can retrieve these codes. Many of the large national parts
store chains will scan the system at no charge. The code will give an indication as to what system has / had a problem. The more
expensive scanners will also show live data, and allow further diagnosis by being able to control parts of a particular system.
