OBD Guide

P1715

Input Speed Sensor Primary Speed Sensor

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–67 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Incorrect gear shifting
  • Transmission slipping
  • Transmission of the gearbox into emergency mode
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates
  • Cruise control doesn't work

Causes

  • Faulty input shaft speed sensor
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Mechanical damage to the sensor
  • Transmission control module (TCM) malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor circuit
  2. Inspect the sensor connector and contacts for corrosion
  3. Check sensor resistance (compare with factory values)
  4. If necessary, replace the speed sensor
  5. Reset the error and check the operation of the transmission

Related codes

Error P1715 by Vehicle Brand