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Transfer Case Control Components
Transfer Case Control Schematics

Circuit Description

The rear transfer case propshaft speed sensor generates the Rear Propshaft Speed as shown by the scan tool. The rear transfer case propshaft speed sensor is a Permanent Magnet (PM) generator. The PM generator produces a pulsing AC voltage. The AC voltage level and number of pulses increases as speed increases. The transfer case shift control module converts the pulsating AC voltage from the propshaft speed sensor to a Rear Propshaft Speed in RPM to be used for calculations. The Rear Propshaft Speed can be displayed with a scan tool.

This DTC detects an open, short to ground, or faulty sensor.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The system will log the DTC if the Rear Propshaft Speed input indicates a speed of less than 16 RPM for 30 seconds while all of the following are true:

    • Transmission NOT in PARK or NEUTRAL
    • Engine is running
    • Front Propshaft Speed exceeds 512  RPM
    • VCM monitored Vehicle Speed On Class 2 Data bus exceeds 10 mph

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The system will not allow any further adaptive events (correct slip). The SERVICE indicator (AWD/4WD) lamp will be latched on for the remainder of the current ignition cycle.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • Current DTC
        The transfer case shift control module will clear the DTC if the condition for setting the DTC no longer exists.
    • History DTC
       - Once 100 consecutive ignition cycles without a fault present.
       - A scan tool CLEAR CODES command.

Diagnostic Aids

An intermittent problem may be caused by a poor connection, break in the wire insulation exposing the internal wire, or a wire that is broken inside the insulation.

Test Description

The number(s) below refer to the step number(s) on the diagnostic table:

  1. This step determines if the rear speed sensor is able to generate AC current and indicates that both the sensor and wiring to the transfer case shift control module is good.

  2. This step measures the internal resistance of the rear speed sensor and whether or not it is within acceptable limits.

  3. This step determines if circuit 2222 has a short to voltage.

DTC C0300 Rear Speed Sensor Malfunction

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Was the Transfer Case Diagnostic System Check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Transfer Case Diagnostic System Check

2

  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Connect a Scan Tool .
  3. Turn the ignition to RUN.
  4. Check for Powertrain DTCs.

Were there any vehicle speed DTCs found?

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Go to Applicable Powertrain DTC Table

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Connect the Scan Tool .
  2. Drive the vehicle for a short test drive while observing the ATC Data List.
  3. Note the value of the Rear Propshaft Speed at a set speed.
  4. Change the scan tool screen to reflect the Transmission Data List.
  5. Compare the Rear Propshaft Speed previously noted to the Transmission OSS (Output Shaft Speed) at the same speed.

Are the rpm values approximately equal at the same speeds?

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Go to Step 22

Go to Step 4

4

  1. Turn the ignition to OFF.
  2. Disconnect the transfer case shift control module connectors.
  3. Connect a J 39200 Digital Multimeter DMM between transfer case shift control module connector C1 terminals F5 and F6.
  4. Block the front wheels.
  5. Place the transmission in neutral.
  6. Raise and support the rear axle so that the wheels turn freely.
  7. Rotate the rear propshaft by hand while observing the voltage reading on the J 39200 DMM.

Does the voltage vary between the specified values?

0-0.5 V AC

Go to Step 20

Go to Step 5

5

  1. Disconnect the transfer case rear propshaft speed sensor.
  2. Measure the resistance of the propshaft speed sensor.

Is the resistance reading within the specified values?

1300-2700 ohms

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 21

6

Measure the resistance between transfer case shift control module connector C1 terminals F5 and F6.

Is the resistance reading less than the specified value?

OL

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 7

7

  1. Turn the ignition to Run.
  2. Measure voltage between transfer case shift control module connector C1 terminal F6 and ground.

Is the voltage greater than the specified value?

0 V

Go to Step 16

Go to Step 8

8

Measure the resistance between transfer case shift control module connector C1 terminal F6 and ground.

Is the resistance reading less than the specified value?

OL

Go to Step 17

Go to Step 9

9

Measure voltage between transfer case shift control module connector C1 terminal F5 to ground.

Is the voltage greater than the specified value?

0 V

Go to Step 18

Go to Step 10

10

Measure the resistance between transfer case shift control module connector C1 terminal F5 and ground.

Is the resistance reading less than the specified value?

OL

Go to Step 19

Go to Step 11

11

Measure the resistance between transfer case shift control module connector C1 terminal F6 and transfer case rear vehicle speed sensor terminal B.

Is the resistance reading within the specified values?

0-2 ohms

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 14

12

Measure the resistance between transfer case shift control module connector C1 terminal F5 and transfer case rear vehicle speed sensor terminal A.

Is the resistance reading within the specified values?

0-2 ohms

Go to Step 22

Go to Step 13

13

Repair an open in CKT 2221 between the vehicle speed sensor and the transfer case shift control module. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Are the repairs complete?

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Go to Step 22

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14

Repair an open in CKT 2222 between the vehicle speed sensor and the transfer case shift control module. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Are the repairs complete?

--

Go to Step 22

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15

Repair a short between CKT 2221 and CKT 2222. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 22

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16

Repair a short to voltage condition in CKT 2222. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Are the repairs complete?

--

Go to Step 22

--

17

Repair a short to ground condition in CKT 2222. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Are the repairs complete?

--

Go to Step 22

--

18

Repair a short to voltage condition in CKT 2221. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Are the repairs complete?

--

Go to Step 22

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19

Repair a short to ground condition in CKT 2221. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Are the repairs complete?

--

Go to Step 22

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20

Replace the transfer case shift control module. Refer to Transfer Case Shift Control Module Replacement .

Is the repair completed?

--

Go to Step 22

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21

Replace the transfer case rear speed sensor. Refer to Speed Sensor Replacement .

Is the repair completed?

--

Go to Step 22

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22

Reconnect all ATC system components, make sure all the components are properly mounted.

Have all the ATC components been reconnected and properly mounted?

--

Go to Step 23

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23

Clear all the ATC DTCs.

Are all the ATC DTCs cleared?

--

Go to Transfer Case Diagnostic System Check

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