Engine-Codes - Generic - P0990

P0990 Code - Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch 5 Circuit High Voltage

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0990?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Low transmission fluid level
  • Dirty transmission fluid
  • Faulty Transmission Control Solenoid Valve Assembly
  • Transmission Control Solenoid Valve Assembly harness is open or shorted
  • Transmission Control Solenoid Valve Assembly circuit poor electrical connection
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How to Fix the DTC P0990?

Check the 'Possible Causes' listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the P0990 code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

What Does the P0990 Code Mean?

The Transmission Fluid Pressure (TFP) switch 5 is part of the Transmission Control Solenoid Valve Assembly, which has no serviceable parts. The Transmission Control Module (TCM) supplies a signal circuit to the TFP switch 5. The TFP switch 5 has an internal case ground. TFP switch 5 is normally closed or LOW. When oil pressure is present at the TFP switch 5, the switch is open or HIGH. The normally high pressure control (PC) solenoid 3 controls pressure to the R1/4-5-6 clutch regular valve. The TCM monitors the TFP switch 5 signal circuit to determine the position of the R1/4-5-6 clutch regulator valve. When the low and reverse clutch and 4-5-6 clutch are commanded OFF, pressure is present on the TFP switch 5. When the low and reverse clutch or the 4-5-6 clutch is commanded ON, the R1/4-5-6 clutch regulator valve moves and pressure to the TFP switch 5 is exhausted through the R1/4-5-6 clutch regulator valve. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) will be set when the TCM detects that the TFP switch 5 signal voltage remains HIGH after the 4-5-6 clutch transitions from a LOW pressure state to a HIGH pressure state. The TCM counts each incident. The DTC sets when 15 counts are accumulated.

P0990 Code - Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch 5 Circuit High Voltage

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Code P0990 Information for Specific Makes

  • P0990 Buick Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch 5 Circuit High Voltage  📷
  • P0990 Cadillac Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch 5 Circuit High Voltage  📷
  • P0990 Chevrolet Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch 5 Circuit High Voltage  📷
  • P0990 Dodge Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch 'E' Circuit High
  • P0990 GMC Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch 5 Circuit High Voltage  📷

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