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P0970 Pontiac Code - Pressure Control Solenoid Valve 3 Control Circuit Low Voltage

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- Repair Difficulty Level: 3/3
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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0970 Pontiac?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Faulty Pressure Control Solenoid Valve 3
  • Pressure Control Solenoid Valve 3 harness is open or shorted
  • Pressure Control Solenoid Valve 3 circuit poor electrical connection
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How to Fix the DTC P0970 Pontiac?

Review the 'Possible Causes' mentioned above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Ensure to check for any damaged components and inspect the connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P0970 Pontiac code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. The specific diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops can differ based on factors such as the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. It is common for most auto repair shops to charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

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

Code P0970 Pontiac Description

The clutch pressure control (PC) solenoid 3 is part of the control solenoid valve assembly which has no serviceable components. The normally high clutch PC solenoid 3 regulates and directs oil pressure to the R1/4-5-6 regulator valve. Increasing clutch PC solenoid 3 pressure increases pressure to the low and reverse clutch or 4-5-6 clutch, depending on the position of the clutch select valve. The transmission control module (TCM) PC Solenoid 3 low side driver varies current to the solenoid. Decreasing the current to clutch PC solenoid 3 increases oil pressure by closing off the solenoid exhaust port. Increasing the current to the clutch PC solenoid 3 decreases oil pressure by opening the exhaust port. Clutch PC solenoid 3 power is supplied by the TCM through a high side driver (HSD). The HSD protects the circuit and components from excessive current flow. If an excessive current flow is detected, the HSD will turn OFF. When the fault is corrected, the HSD will reset.

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P0970 Pontiac Code - Pressure Control Solenoid Valve 3 Control Circuit Low Voltage

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