OBD Guide

P1885

CVT Drive Pulley Speed Sensor Circuit

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$28–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Incorrect operation of the variator
  • Transmission transition to emergency mode
  • Check engine light comes on
  • Reduced vehicle dynamics
  • Jerks when changing speed

Causes

  • Drive pulley speed sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Transmission control unit malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check speed sensor resistance
  2. Inspect the integrity of the wiring and connectors
  3. Check the presence of power and ground on the sensor
  4. Scan the variator operating parameters
  5. If necessary, replace the drive pulley speed sensor

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