Diagnostic Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Jeep Cherokee. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- CHECK FOR OTHER DTCS
- Refer to the recorded DTCs.
Are there any Vehicle Speed Sensor DTCs active or pending?
Yes
- Perform the applicable diagnostic procedure(s). Refer to 3.2L - DIAGNOSTIC CODE INDEX .
No
- Go To 2
- Refer to the recorded DTCs.
- CHECK THE VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL
- Test drive the vehicle.
- Perform several stop and go events.
- With the scan tool, monitor the vehicle speed signal input.
Does the vehicle speed drop to zero and hold consistently when the vehicle is stopped?
Yes
- Check for the hood being properly secured.
- Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST, 3.2L .
No
- Diagnose the faulty vehicle speed input. Check for any Service Bulletins that may apply.
- Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST, 3.2L .