ZF 4HP 16 - Automatic Transmission

DTC P0722

Circuit Description

The vehicle automatic transmission (A/T) output speed sensor (OSS) is a magnetic inductive pickup that relays information relative to vehicle speed to the transmission control module (TCM).

Vehicle speed information is used by the TCM to control shift timing, line pressure, and torque converter clutch (TCC) apply and release.

The output speed sensor mounts in the case at the speed sensor rotor, which is pressed onto the spur gear. An air gap of 0.1 mm-1.3 mm (0.004-0.05 in) is maintained between the sensor and the teeth on the spur gear teeth. The sensor consists of a permanent magnet surrounded by a coil of wire. As the differential rotates, an AC signal induces a higher frequency and voltage measurement at the sensor. Sensor resistance should measure R at 20°C (68°F). Sensor can measure from 20-8,000 Hz.

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:

DTC P0722 Output Speed Sensor Circuit Low Voltage

Conditions for Setting the DTC

* If the gear shift is not in progress and the selector lever position is 1, 2, 3, D, or Z3 and the transaxle output speed is less than the limit value of transaxle output speed for plausibility check of transaxle output speed and the turbine speed is greater than the limit value of turbine speed for plausibility check of transaxle output speed then the error bit will be set.
* System voltage is greater than 7 volts.
* The engine is running.
* No input speed error DTCs P0715, P0716, and P0717
* No transmission range sensor error DTC P0705
* The TCM or engine control module (ECM) is defective.
* Immediately after the above condition occurs

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

* The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will illuminate.
* The TCM will record operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. This information will be stored in the Failure Records buffer.
* Vehicle running remains actual gear.
* Open lock up clutch

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

* The MIL will turn OFF when the malfunction has not occurred after 3 ignition cycles.
* A history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles without a fault.
* Using a scan tool can clear history DTCs.

Diagnostic Aids

When DTC P0722 sets, the possible cause of fault could be the output speed sensor (OSS).