P0716
DTC P0716
Circuit Description
The automatic transmission input speed sensor (ISS) provides transmission input speed to the transmission control module (TCM). The ISS is a permanent magnet generator. The sensor mounts into the transmission case and maintains a slight air gap between the sensor and the drive sprocket. The ISS produces an AC voltage as the drive sprocket rotor teeth pass through the magnetic field of the sensor. The AC voltage level increases as the turbine shaft speed increases. The TCM converts the AC voltage into a digital signal. The TCM determines actual turbine speed using the digital signal. The TCM uses the input speed to calculate torque converter slip speed, and gear ratios.
When the TCM detects an unreasonably large change in the input speed, in a very short period of time, then DTC P0716 sets. DTC P0716 is a type B DTC.
DTC Descriptor
This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:
DTC P0716 Input Speed Sensor Performance
Conditions for Running the DTC
^ No MAP DTCs P0107 or P0108.
^ No TP DTCs P0120 or P0220.
^ No ISS DTC P0717.
^ No OSS DTCs P0722 or P0723.
^ No 1-2 SS valve performance DTC P0752.
^ No 1-2 SS electrical DTCs P0973 or P0974.
^ The engine is running for 5 seconds.
^ The Calc. Throttle Position is 8 percent or more.
^ The vehicle speed is 16 km/h (10 mph) or more.
^ The engine torque is greater than 50 N.m (37 lb ft)
^ The input speed is 1050 RPM or more and has changed 500 RPM or less for 2 seconds.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The input speed changes by 1,000 RPM or more for 3.25 seconds.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
^ The TCM illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) during the second consecutive trip in which the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met.
^ The TCM commands maximum line pressure.
^ The TCM freezes transmission adaptive functions.
^ The TCM calculates the ISS from engine speed and gear ratio.
^ The TCM records the operating conditions when the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met. The TCM stores this information as Freeze Frame and Failure Records.
^ The TCM stores DTC P0716 in TCM history during the second consecutive trip in which the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
^ The TCM turns OFF the MIL during the third consecutive trip in which the diagnostic test runs and passes.
^ A scan tool can clear the MIL/DTC.
^ The TCM clears the DTC from TCM history if the vehicle completes 40 warm-up cycles without an emission related diagnostic fault occurring.
^ The TCM cancels the DTC default actions when the ignition switch is OFF long enough in order to power down the TCM.
Diagnostic Aids
Ensure the wiring harness is not stretched too tightly or other components are pressing on the connector body. Also, inspect for proper clearance to any other components and wiring. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections. Component Tests and General Diagnostics
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
3. This step tests the ISS for correct resistance.
8. This step tests the ISS high signal circuit for being shorted to another circuit within the transmission.
Step 1 - Step 6:
Step 7 - Step 13:
