transmission MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2006 Service Manual

Emergency running function
If DTCs occur, safe-driving conditions must be re-
tained but full functionality of the transmission will
be limited to avoid damaging the automatic trans-
mission. In the event of certain DTCs the TCM
switches to emergency running. The TCM will store
the appropriate DTC codes and solenoids will be
de-energized (turned off)
The transmission effects will be:
²The last gear shifted remains in that position
²The modulating pressure and shift pressure in-
crease to maximum value
²The torque converter clutch is disengaged
(turned off)
Shifting manually after a DTC detection
NOTE: The vehicle can still be shifted
manually to 2nd or reverse gear.
To accomplish these shifts you must
Stop the vehicle
Turn the ignition off
Start the engine
Place the selector lever into D for 2nd gear
Place the selector lever into R for reverse gear
The emergency running function is retained until
the DTC is eliminated or the stored DTC code is
erased.
Stored (Intermittent) DTCs can be reset by cy-
cling the ignition switch
3.3.3 TROUBLE CODE ERASURE
Diagnostic Trouble Codes can be erased in two
ways. The first is to erase the DTC with the DRBIII
or scan tool. The second is if the DTC is no longer
present, the DTC is reset by the TCM (after an
ignition cycle), which will place the DTC in an
intermittent status (Stored DTC).
When there are no diagnostic trouble codes
stored in memory, the DRBIIItwill display
(NO DTC's DETECTED(
3.4 USING THE DRBIIIT
Refer to the DRBIIItuser's guide for instructions
and assistance with reading trouble codes, erasing
trouble codes, and other DRBIIItfunctions.
3.5 DRBIIITERROR MESSAGES
Under normal operation, the DRBIIItwill display
one of only two error messages:
± User-Requested WARM Boot
± User-Requested COLD Boot
If the DRBIIItshould display any other error
message, record the entire display and call the
S.T.A.R. Center.
3.5.1 DRBIIITDOES NOT POWER UP
(BLANK SCREEN)
If the LED's do not light or no sound is emitted at
start up, check for loose cable connections or a bad
cable. Check the vehicle battery voltage. A mini-
mum of 11 volts is required to adequately power the
DRBIIIt.
If all connections are proper between the DRBI-
IItand the vehicle or other devices, and the vehicle
battery is fully charged, an inoperative DRBIIIt
may be the result of faulty cable or vehicle wiring.
For a blank screen, refer to the appropriate Body
Diagnostic manual.
3.5.2 DISPLAY IS NOT VISIBLE
Low temperatures will affect the visibility of the
display. Adjust the contrast to compensate for this
condition.
4.0 DISCLAIMERS, SAFETY,
AND WARNINGS
4.1 DISCLAIMERS
All information, illustrations, and specifications
contained in this manual are based on the latest
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information available at the time of publication.
The right is reserved to make changes at any time
without notice.
4.2 SAFETY
4.2.1 TECHNICIAN SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING: ENGINES PRODUCE CARBON
MONOXIDE THAT IS ODORLESS, CAUSES
SLOWER REACTION TIME, AND CAN LEAD
TO SERIOUS INJURY. WHEN THE ENGINE IS
OPERATING KEEP SERVICE AREAS WELL
VENTILATED OR ATTACH THE VEHICLE
EXHAUST SYSTEM TO THE SHOP EXHAUST
REMOVAL SYSTEM.
Set the parking brake and block the wheels before
testing or repairing the vehicle. If is especially
important to block the wheels on front-wheel drive
vehicles: the parking brake does not hold the drive
wheels.
Some operations in this manual require that
hydraulic tubes, hoses, and fittings, disconnected
for inspection or testing purposes. These systems,
when fully charged, contain fluid at high pressure.
Before disconnecting any hydraulic tubes, hoses,
and fittings, be sure that the system is fully depres-
surized.
When servicing a vehicle, always wear eye pro-
tection, and remove any metal jewelry such as
watchbands or bracelets that might make an inad-
vertent electrical contact.
When diagnosing a Transmission system prob-
lem, it is important to follow approved procedures
where applicable. These procedures can be found in
the service information. Following these procedures
is very important to the safety of individuals per-
forming diagnostic tests.
4.2.2 VEHICLE PREPARATION FOR
TESTING
Make sure the vehicle being tested has a fully
charged battery. If it does not, false diagnostic
DTC's or error messages may occur. It is extremely
important that accurate shift lever position data is
available to the TCM. The accuracy of any DTC
found in memory is doubtful unless the Shift Lever
Test, performed on the DRBIIItScan Tool, passes
without failure.
4.2.3 SERVICING SUB-ASSEMBLIES
Some components of the Transmission system are
intended to be serviced in assembly only. Attempt-
ing to remove or repair certain system sub-
components may result in personal injury and/orimproper system operation. Only those components
with approved repair and installation procedures in
the service information should be serviced.
4.2.4 DRBIIITSAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING: EXCEEDING THE LIMITS OF THE
DRBIIITMULTIMETER IS DANGEROUS. IT
CAN EXPOSE YOU TO SERIOUS OR
POSSIBLY FATAL INJURY. CAREFULLY
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE CAUTIONS
AND THE SPECIFICATION LIMITS.
²Follow the vehicle manufacturer's service speci-
fications at all times.
²Do not use the DRBIIItif it has been damaged.
²Do not use the test leads if the insulation is
damaged or if metal is exposed.
²To avoid electrical shock, do not touch the test
leads, tips or the circuit being tested.
²Choose the proper range and function for the
measurement. Do not try voltage or current mea-
surements that may exceed the rated capacity.
²Do not exceed the limits shown in the table.
FUNCTION INPUT LIMIT
Volts 0-500 volts peak AC
0-500 volts DC
Ohms (resistance)* 0-1.12 megohms
Frequency measured
Frequency generated0-10 khz
Temperature -58-1100ÉF
-50-600C
*Ohms cannot be measured if voltage is present.
Ohms can be measured only in a non-powered
circuit.
²Voltage between any terminal and ground must
not exceed 500v DC or 500v peak AC.
²Use caution when measured voltage above 25v
DC or 25v AC.
²The circuit being tested must be protected by a
10A fuse or circuit breaker.
²Use the low current shunt to measure circuits up
to 10A. Use the high current clamp to measure
circuits exceeding 10A.
²When testing for the presence of voltage or cur-
rent, make sure the meter is functioning cor-
rectly. Take a reading of a known voltage or
current before accepting a zero reading.
²When measuring current, connect the meter in
series with the load.
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²Disconnect the live test lead before disconnecting
the common test lead.
²When using the meter function, keep the
DRBIIItaway from spark plug or coil wires to
avoid measuring error from outside interference.
4.3 WARNINGS
4.3.1 VEHICLE DAMAGE WARNINGS
Before disconnecting any control module, make
sure the ignition is9lock9position. Failure to do so
could damage the module.
When testing voltage or continuity at any control
module, use the terminal side (not the wire end) of
the connector. Do not probe a wire through the
insulation: this will damage the wire and eventu-
ally cause the wire to fail because of corrosion.
Be careful when performing electrical tests so as
to prevent accidental shorting of terminals. Such
mistakes can damage fuses or components. Also, a
second DTC could be set, making diagnosis of the
original problem more difficult.
When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to
use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating.
The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated
may result in a dangerous electrical system over-
load. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it
indicates a problem in the circuit that must be
corrected.
4.3.2 ROAD TESTING A COMPLAINT
VEHICLE
Some complaints will require a test drive as part
of the repair verification procedure. The purpose of
the test drive is to try to duplicate the diagnostic
DTC or symptom condition.
CAUTION: Before road testing a vehicle, be
sure that all components are reassembled.
During the test drive, do not try to read
DRBIIITscreen while in motion. Do not hang
the DRBIIITfrom the rear view mirror or
operate it yourself. Have an assistant
available to operate the DRBIIIT.
Road testing is an essential step in the diagnostic
process that must not be overlooked. Along with the
diagnostic information obtained from the DRBIIIt
Scan Tool and the original customer concern, the
road test helps verify the problem was current and
any repairs performed, fixed the vehicle correctly.
Always operate and observe the vehicle under ac-
tual driving conditions.
Just as important as the road test is, there are
preliminary inspections that should be performed
prior to the road test. Always check the fluid leveland condition before taking the vehicle on a road
test. Determine if the incorrect fluid is being used,
improper fluid will result in erratic transmission
operation.
Some of the conditions of incorrect fluid level are as
follows:
²Delayed engagement
²Poor shifting or erratic shifting
²Excessive noise
²Overheating
The next step is to verify that the shift linkage is
correctly adjusted. If the shift linkage is incorrectly
adjusted, a number of complaints can result.
The TCM monitors the Shift Lever Position (SLP)
continuously. If the linkage is incorrectly adjusted,
the TCM will sense a shift lever position that is not
correct for the gear chosen by the driver. This may
cause a DTC to be set.
The following complaints may also be the result of
an incorrectly adjusted or worn linkage:
²Delayed clutch engagement
²Erratic shifts
²Vehicle will drive in neutral
²Engine will not crank in park or neutral
²Gear shift linkage will be able to be shifted
without the key in the ignition
²Not able to remove the ignition key in park
²Parking pawl will not engage properly
The shift linkage should also be adjusted when
replacing the Transmission, repairing the valve
body, or when repairing any component between the
shift lever and the Transmission.
Some questions to ask yourself when performing
the road test are as follows:
²Is the complaint or concern what you think the
problem is, based on the drivers description of the
problem?
²Is the Transmission operating normally, or is
there a real problem?
²When does the problem occur?
²Is the problem only in one gear range?
²What temperature does the problem occur?
²Does the vehicle have to sit over night for the
problem to occur?
²Does the transmission go into Limp-in mode?
4.4.4 BULLETINS AND RECALLS
Always perform all Safety Recalls and Technical
Service Bulletins that are applicable to the prob-
lem.
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5.0 REQUIRED TOOLS AND
EQUIPMENT
> DRBIIIt(diagnostic read-out box) - DRBIIIt
must use the latest release level.
> Jumper wires
> Test Light
> Ohmmeter
> Voltmeter
6.0 GLOSSARY OF TERMS
6.1 ACRONYMS
ABSAntilock Braking system
A/CAir conditioner
A/DAnalog to Digital conversion
APPAccelerator Pedal Position
CANController Area Network (Vehicle
Bus System)
CKTCircuit
DLCData Link Connector
DRBIIItDiagnostic Readout Box
DTCDiagnostic Trouble Code
ECMDiesel Engine Controller
EMCCElectronically Modulated Converter
Clutch
IODIgnition off-draw
ISSInput Speed Sensor (N2 and N3)
KK line communication bus
LEDLight Emitting Diode
MILMalfunction Indicator LampOSSOutput Speed Sensor (derived from
the ABS controller)
PEMCCPartial Electronically Modulated
Converter Clutch
PWMPulse width modulated
SKREEMSentry Key Remote Entry Module
SLAShift Lever Assembly
SWSwitch
TCCTorque Converter Clutch
TCMTransmission Control Module
TPThrottle Position
TRDTorque Reduction
TTSTransmission Temperature Sensor
1-2/4-5
solenoidcontrols the shift into and out of
2nd gear or 5th gear.
V2-3 so-
lenoidcontrols the shift into and out of 3rd
gear
V3-4 so-
lenoidcontrols the shift into and out of 4th
gear
VTCC
solenoidis pulse width modulated and con-
trols the TCC clutch
Shift
Pressure
Solenoidis a pulse width modulated solenoid
and controls the hydraulic pressure
to the shift elements.
Modula-
tion
pressure
solenoidis a pulse width modulated solenoid
and controls the hydraulic system
pressure
6.2 DEFINITIONS
Driving cycle counter) -The starts since first set
counter indicates the number of driving cycles since
the first occurrence of an error.
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Symptom:
*NO RESPONSE FROM SHIFTER ASSEMBLY
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CHECK POWERS AND GROUNDS TO THE SHIFTER ASSEMBLY
CONTROLLER ANTILOCK BRAKE
K-ABS, SHIFTER ASSEMBLY CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND
CONTROLLER ANTILOCK BRAKE
K-ABS, SHIFTER ASSEMBLY CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE
K-ABS, SHIFTER ASSEMBLY CIRCUIT OPEN
SHIFTER ASSEMBLY
TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1 Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the Shifter Assembly harness connector.
Check each power and ground circuit to the module.
Were any problems found?All
Ye s!Refer to the wiring diagrams located in the service information to
help isolate an open or shorted condition. Repair as necessary.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Go To 2
2 Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the Shifter Assembly harness connector.
Disconnect the DRBIIItfrom the DLC.
Measure the resistance between ground and the K-ABS, Shifter Assembly circuit.
Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?All
Ye s!Go To 3
No!Go To 4
3 Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the CAB harness connector.
Measure the resistance between ground and the K-ABS, Shifter Assembly circuit.
Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?All
Ye s!Repair the K-ABS, Shifter Assembly circuit for a short to ground.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Replace the Controller Antilock Brake in accordance with the
service information.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
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TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
4 Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the DRBIIItfrom the DLC.
Disconnect the Shifter Assembly harness connector.
Turn the ignition on.
Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, probe the K-ABS, Shifter Assembly
circuit.
NOTE: The test light must illuminate brightly. Compare the brightness to
that of a direct connection to the battery.
Does the test light illuminate brightly?All
Ye s!Go To 5
No!Go To 6
5 Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the Controller Antilock Brake harness connector.
Turn the ignition on.
Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, probe the K-ABS, Shifter Assembly
circuit.
NOTE: The test light must illuminate brightly. Compare the brightness to
that of a direct connection to the battery.
Does the test light illuminate brightly?All
Ye s!Repair the K-ABS, Shifter Assembly circuit for a short to voltage.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Replace the Controller Antilock Brake in accordance with the
service information.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
6 Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the Shifter Assembly harness connector.
Disconnect the DRBIIItfrom the DLC.
Measure the resistance of the K-ABS, Shifter Assembly circuit between the Shifter
Assembly connector and the DLC.
Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?All
Ye s!Replace the Shifter Assembly in accordance with the Service
Information.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Repair the K-ABS, Shifter Assembly circuit for an open.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
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*NO RESPONSE FROM SHIFTER ASSEMBLY ÐContinued

Symptom:
*NO RESPONSE FROM TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CHECK POWERS AND GROUNDS TO THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE
K-TCM CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND
K-TCM CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE
K-TCM CIRCUIT OPEN
TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE
TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1 Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the Transmission Control Module harness connectors.
Check each power and ground circuit to the module.
Were any problems found?All
Ye s!Refer to the wiring diagrams located in the service information to
help isolate an open or shorted condition. Repair as necessary.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Go To 2
2 Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the TCM harness connectors.
Disconnect the DRBIIItfrom the DLC.
Measure the resistance between ground and the K-TCM circuit.
Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?All
Ye s!Repair the K-TCM circuit for a short to ground.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Go To 3
3 Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the DRBIIItfrom the DLC.
Disconnect the TCM harness connectors.
Turn the ignition on.
Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, probe the K-TCM circuit.
NOTE: The test light must illuminate brightly. Compare the brightness to
that of a direct connection to the battery.
Does the test light illuminate brightly?All
Ye s!Repair the K-TCM circuit for a short to voltage.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Go To 4
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TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
4 Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the TCM harness connectors.
Disconnect the DRBIIItfrom the DLC.
Measure the resistance of the K-TCM circuit between the TCM connector and the
DLC.
Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?All
Ye s!Replace the Transmission Control Module in accordance with the
Service Information.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Repair the K-TCM circuit for an open.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
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*NO RESPONSE FROM TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE ÐContinued

Symptom:
INCORRECT CAN MESSAGE FROM ABS
POSSIBLE CAUSES
ABS - INTERNAL
SLA - INTERNAL
TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1 Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Replace the ABS Control Module per the Service Information.
Ignition on, engine not running.
With the DRBIIIt, erase Transmission DTCs.
Start the engine and with the brakes firmly applied place the gear selector into Drive.
With the DRBIIIt, read Transmission DTCs.
Did the DTC, ABS CAN MESSAGES INCORRECT, reset?All
Ye s!Replace the Shift Lever Assembly per the Service Information.
No!Test complete.
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Symptom:
OVER VOLTAGE
POSSIBLE CAUSES
ENGINE CHARGING SYSTEM DTC'S PRESENT
CHECK VOLTAGE AT SLA
SHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY
TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1 With the DRBIIIt, read Engine DTC's.
Are there any Engine Charging System DTC's present?All
Ye s!Refer to the Charging category and perform the appropriate
symptom.
No!Go To 2
2 Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Disconnect the Shift Lever Assembly harness connector.
Start the engine and raise the engine speed to 1500 RPM.
Measure the Transmission Relay Output voltage at the Shift Lever Assembly harness
connector.
Is the voltage above 16.0 volts,   0.3 volts?All
Ye s!Repair the Transmission relay Output circuit for over voltage.
Due to a direct connection to the generator, check output voltage
at the generator and repair as necessary.
No!Replace the Shift Lever Assembly per the Service Information.
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SHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY