ALLISON 1000 AND 2000 PRODUCT FAMILIES ELECTRONIC CONTROLS TROUBLESHOOTING MANUAL

DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC)

DTC P2773 Torque Control Request Ignored - ECM/TCM

NO SCHEMATIC FOR THIS DTC

Circuit Description
Shift Energy Management (SEM) allows the Transmission Control Module (TCM) to request torque reduction from
the engine controller. By reducing torque during upshifts, shifts can be made quicker and at a more consistent
output torque. This increases clutch life by reducing clutch engagement temperatures.

Conditions for Running the DTC

• OTC U2105 CAN bus error is not active.
• The components are powered and ignition voltage is greater than 9V and less than 18V (12V TCM) or greater
18V and less than 32V (24V TCM).
• Engine speed is greater than 200 rpm but less than 7500 rpm for 5 seconds.
• SEM has been activated for this vehicle.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

OTC P2773 sets when the TCM detects one of the following conditions for a minimum of four upshifts (consecutive
or nonconsecutive) during one drive cycle:

• Engine ECM is not responding to torque reduction signal request from the TCM.
• A nonapproved J 1939 device is interfering with the torque reduction signal request.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

• The CHECK TRANS light illuminates.
• All 4-5 upshifts and full throttle 3-4 upshifts are inhibited.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC/CHECKTRANS Light

A Scan Tool may be used to clear the code from the TCM history. The OTC is cleared if, for one ignition cycle,
actual engine torque follows TCM commanded torque for 20 consecutive upshifts. To be counted as one upshift,
engine torque demand must be above 80 N-m (59 lb ft).

Diagnostic Aids
• It will be necessary to drive the vehicle with heavy to moderate throttle settings for at least four upshift cycles in
order to set a OTC P2773.
• If OTC P2773 becomes active shortly AFTER an engine update and the troubleshooting procedure for P2773
has been performed, see Resetting of TCM Parameters to Support Engine Update, Section 3-7.

Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

2. This step tests for the proper ECM torque request response.
3. This step tests for the device causing the torque request to be ignored.
4. This step tests for the offending device by removing it from the J1939 network.
5. This step tests for the presence of the proper engine controller software.

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DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC)

DTC P2773 Torque Control Request Ignored - ECM/TCM

Step Action Yes No
1 Was the Beginning The Troubleshooting Go to Step 2 Go to
Process (Paragraph 5-4A) performed? Beginning The
Troubleshooting
Process
(Paragraph 5-4A)
2 This code indicates that the engine controller - Go to Step 5 Go to Step 3
has disregarded the torque request sent by the
TCM. Use the Scan Tool and refer to
Transmission/Engine Torque Reduction Status.
Does the Scan Tool indicate the ECM response
to torque reduction request as incorrect?
3 Use the Scan Tool to identify an unapproved The Scan Tool Go to Step 5 Go to Step 4
torque reduction device. shows the actual
Is the unapproved device one of the following? device at fault
1. Engine
2. Null address or all /any (information not valid)
4 If the Scan Tool is indicating another device - Go to Step 6 -
such as the brakes, cruise control,
transmission, etc., inspect the controller for the
device indicated.
If possible, eliminate the device by
disconnecting it from the J1939 CAN backbone.
It may be possible that the device causing the
interruption is only triggered under certain
conditions. For example, a traction controller
may only send commands under certain road
conditions.
Since these conditions may not be easily
repeatable, replacement of the indicated
controller with a known good controller may be
the only way to verify the failure.
Was the device causing the problem replaced
or repaired?
5 Verify that compatible engine controller - Go to Step 6 -
software is utilized. If the software is correct,
replace the engine controller. If neither solves
the problem, use a lower engine torque/power
rating.
Was the software updated or engine controller
replaced?
6 Inorder to verify your repair: - Begin the System OK
1.Connect the Scan Tool. diagnosis again.
2.Clear the DTC. Go to Step 1
3.Drive the vehicle under heavy to moderate
throttle settings for at least four upshift
cycles.
Did the OTC return?

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