OBD Guide

P1565

Speed Control Command Switch Out of Range High

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Unstable engine operation at idle
  • The car may go into emergency mode

Causes

  • Speed sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Mechanical damage to the sensor or its drive mechanism
  • Problems with the engine control unit (ECU)

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the speed sensor and its drive mechanism
  2. Check the integrity of the sensor electrical circuit
  3. Check the contacts in the sensor connector
  4. If necessary, replace the speed sensor
  5. Check and, if necessary, replace the engine control unit (ECU)

Related codes

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