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P0717 Lexus Code - Input Speed Sensor Circuit No Signal

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0717 Lexus?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Faulty Transmission Speed Sensor NT (Transmission Revolution Sensor)
  • Transmission Speed Sensor harness is open or shorted
  • Transmission Speed Sensor circuit poor electrical connection
  • Faulty Engine Control Module (ECM)
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How to Fix the DTC P0717 Lexus?

Check the 'Possible Causes' listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the P0717 Lexus code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
  • Transmission issues

What Does the P0717 Lexus Code Mean?

The Input Speed sensor detects the rotation speed of the turbine which indicates the input speed of the transaxle. By comparing the input turbine speed (speed sensor NT) signal with the counter gear speed (speed sensor NC) signal, the Engine Control Module (ECM) detects the shift timing of the gears and appropriately controls the engine torque and hydraulic pressure according to various conditions. As a result, the gears shift smoothly.
The NT terminal of the ECM detects a pulse signal from the speed sensor NT (input RPM). The ECM calculates gear shifts by comparing the signal from speed sensor NT with the signal from speed sensor NC.
While the transaxle is operating in 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th gear with the shift lever in D, if the input shaft speed is less than 300 rpm although the output shaft speed is more than 1000 rpm, the ECM interprets this as a fault, illuminates the MIL and stores the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC).

P0717 Lexus Code - Input Speed Sensor Circuit No Signal

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