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Service Engine light on. Problem idenitifed as: Torque Clutch Circuit Malfunction. I have this could be a bad sensor or a warning of something more serious. Anyone know what this really is?

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TCC solenoid operation depends on signals provided by the Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor, brake switch, Throttle Position (TP) sensor, Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) and gear position.

The lockup is the last 'shift' feeling when you get to a steady cruising speed. It basically turns the torque converter into a regular (manual type) clutch until you make a significant change in speed or throttle position, at which point it 'unlocks' and turns back into a regular torque converter. Not locking the TC will hurt your highway gas mileage, and may cause you to fail emissions testing (if you need emissions testing).

A simple loose/corroded connection can cause the error, but unless you have had work done, drivern through high water, or something along those lines, it's not hugely likely. On the other hand, it's simple, fairly quick, and the absolute cheapest thing to check for. :)

Most likely, it's either the TCC solenoid itself, or your torque converter is going bad.
Without the exact code (number) it's hard to be more exact.

There is a large chart that includes your model located at:
http://www.troublecodes.net/suzuki/
Your model starts a little over halfway down the page.


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P0102 Mass Air Flow or Volume Air Flow Circuit Low Input.
P0103 Mass Air Flow or Volume Air Flow Circuit High Input.
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P0108 MAP/BARO Circuit High Input.
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P0115 Engine Coolant Temperature Circuit Malfunction.
P0116 Engine Coolant Temperature Circuit Range/Performance Condition.
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P0501 Vehicle Speed Sensor Range/Performance.
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P0506 Idle Air Control System Malfunction - RPM Lower than expected.
P0507 Idle Air Control System Malfunction - RPM Higher than expected.
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P0563 System Voltage High.
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P0711 A/T Fluid Temperature Sensor Circuit Range/Performance.
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P0734 A/T Gear 4 Improper Ratio.
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P1250 Pressure Regulator Control Solenoid Valve Open or Short.
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P1309 Chassis Acceleration Sensor Signal High.
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P1497 EGR Stepper Motor Malfunction - Circuit 2 (1.8L).
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P1507 Idle Air Control Valve Closing Coil Voltage Low.
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P1586 A/T-M/T Codification.
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P1611 MIL Request Circuit Voltage Low.
P1614 MIL Request Circuit Voltage High.
P1624 MIL Request Signal from TCM to ECM.
P1631 Alternator "T" Open or No Power Output (1.8L).
P1632 Battery Voltage Detection Circuit for Alternator Regulator (1.8L).
P1633 Battery Overcharge.
P1634 Alternator "B" Open (1.8L).
P1693 MIL Circuit Malfunction.
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P1794 Battery or Circuit Failure.
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P0125 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Closed Loop Fuel Control Possible causes - Harness or connectors (The sensor circuit is open or shorted.)
- Engine coolant temperature sensor may be faulty
- Thermostat may be fault (most common cause)

P0650 - Malfunction Indicator Lamp Control Circuit Malfunction (Check Engine light)

Symptoms - Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
Possible causes - Harness or connectors for the MIL (Check Engine Light) circuit is open or shorted
- MIL bulb may be faulty
- Faulty ECM

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Please,can you help me fix cods problems p0732,p0734 on my 2006 Mazda Tribute

P0732 - Improper Ratio for Second Gear.
P0734 - Improper Ratio for Fourth Gear.

This diagnosis monitors actual gear position by checking the torque converter slip ratio calculated by TCM as follows:

Torque converter slip ratio = A x C/B A: Output shaft revolution signal from revolution sensor B: Engine speed signal from ECM C: Gear ratio determined as gear position which TCM supposes

If the actual gear position is higher than the position (2nd and 4th) supposed by TCM, the slip ratio will be more than normal. In case the ratio exceeds the specified value, TCM judges this diagnosis malfunction.

This malfunction will be caused when shift solenoid valve B is stuck open.

Gear positions supposed by TCM are as follows. In case of gear position with no malfunctions: 1 , 2, 3 and 4 positions In case of gear position with shift solenoid valve B stuck open: 4* , 3, 3 and 4 positions to each gear position above.

Symptoms: Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

Diagnostic trouble code A/T 2ND GR FNCTN with CONSULT-II or P0732 without CONSULT-II is detected when A/T cannot be shifted to the 2nd gear position even if electrical circuit is good.

Possible Causes:
- Shift solenoid valve B
- Each clutch
- Hydraulic control circuit


Check it and tell us news.
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The transmission fluid could be in need of a change, certain parts in the transmission depend upon clean fluid to move properly, this could cause the pressure sensor to fail and engage the torque converter to lock up at the right time. Timing is counted with the computer and it will flash lights when there is a problem.
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