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P0720

Overview

Code

P0720

Code Type

P

Code Class

P0

System

Transmission

Severity Level

High

Emissions Related

false

Drivability Impact

Major

Diagnostic Protocol

OBD2

Freeze Frame Useful

true

Code Definition

Diagnostic trouble code P0720 indicates a malfunction in the output speed sensor circuit

Symptoms

Speedometer not working

Overview applies to this diagnostic code.

Affected Systems

On This Page

  • Code Definition

  • Symptoms

  • Affected Systems

  • Possible Causes

  • Diagnostic Steps

  • Drive Safety Notes​

More Resources

Vehicle speed and shift timing

Possible Causes

Output speed sensor failure

Diagnostic Steps

1 Monitor output speed data 2 Inspect sensor wiring

Drive Safety Notes

Shifting strategy affected

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