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DTC P0846: Clutch 2 Pressure Sensor System (Poor performance)



caution
  • If there is any problem in the CAN bus lines, an incorrect diagnostic trouble code may be set. Prior to this diagnosis, diagnose the CAN bus lines.
  • Whenever the ECU is replaced, ensure that the CAN bus lines are normal.

DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION


TC-SST-ECU checks that the clutch 2 pressure sensor is normal.

DESCRIPTIONS OF MONITOR METHODS


The difference between the allowable torque of clutch 2 and the engine torque is large.

MONITOR EXECUTION




MONITOR EXECUTION CONDITIONS (OTHER MONITOR AND SENSOR)


Other Monitor (There is no temporary DTC stored in memory for the item monitored below)
Sensor (The sensor below is determined to be normal)

LOGIC FLOW CHARTS (Monitor Sequence)





DTC SET CONDITIONS


Check Conditions
JUDGMENT CRITERIA

OBD-II DRIVE CYCLE PATTERN


The value of the calculated torque (clutch 2 (even) permit torque - engine torque) remains 200 N·m (148 ft-lb) or less for 4 seconds.

PROBABLE CAUSES




DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE


Required Special Tools:
  • MB991958 Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III Sub Assembly)

    • MB991824: Vehicle Communication Interface (V.C.I.)
    • MB991827 M.U.T.-III USB Cable
    • MB991910 M.U.T.-III Main Harness A

STEP 1. Scan tool CAN bus diagnostics


Using scan tool MB991958, diagnose the CAN bus lines.

Q. Is the check result normal?

Go to Step 2.
Repair the CAN bus lines. (Refer to GROUP 54C - Troubleshooting .) After repairing the CAN bus line, go to Step 2.

STEP 2. Scan tool diagnostic trouble code


Check the engine diagnostic trouble code. (Refer to GROUP 13B - Troubleshooting .)

Q. Is the DTC set?

Perform the relevant troubleshooting.
Go to Step 3.

STEP 3. Fluid check


Drain the fluid and check that no bubbles, foreign material and contamination are found.

Q. Is the check result normal?

Go to Step 4.
Replace the fluid.

STEP 4. Check whether the DTC is reset.


(1)Erase the DTC.
(2)Gradually accelerate the vehicle.
(3)Accelerate the vehicle with the accelerator pedal fully opened.
(4)Check that the DTC is reset.

Q. Is DTC No.P0846 set?

Replace the transaxle assembly. (Refer to .)
Intermittent malfunction. (Refer to GROUP 00 - How to Cope with Intermittent Malfunction .)