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DTC P0720: Output Shaft Speed (OSS) Sensor Circuit

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P0720 - OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED (OSS) SENSOR CIRCUIT

Description:  The OSS sensor inputs a signal to the powertrain control module (PCM) based on the speed of the output shaft of the transmission.
Possible Causes: 
  • OSS sensor circuit short to GND
  • OSS sensor circuit short to PWR
  • OSS sensor circuit open
  • Damaged OSS sensor
Diagnostic Aids:  Verify the sensor signal output varies with the vehicle speed.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
Manual transmission - - GO to Pinpoint Test DP .
All others Refer to the appropriate AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION article .