{"id":15170,"date":"2021-08-12T00:02:00","date_gmt":"2021-08-12T07:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=15170"},"modified":"2026-02-18T01:23:42","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T09:23:42","slug":"p0720-code-output-speed-sensor-circuit-malfunction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/p0720-code-output-speed-sensor-circuit-malfunction\/","title":{"rendered":"P0720 Code: Output Speed Sensor Circuit Malfunction"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column15170_157e1a-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column15170_157e1a-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column15170_157e1a-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column15170_157e1a-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column15170_157e1a-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column15170_157e1a-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column15170_157e1a-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column15170_157e1a-51{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column15170_157e1a-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column15170_157e1a-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column15170_157e1a-51 inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-8e3198  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-7f381a\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading15170_2832b1-bb, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading15170_2832b1-bb[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading15170_2832b1-bb\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading15170_2832b1-bb mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading15170_2832b1-bb[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading15170_2832b1-bb\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading15170_2832b1-bb img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading15170_2832b1-bb[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading15170_2832b1-bb\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading15170_2832b1-bb summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading15170_2832b1-bb\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The P0720 code triggers when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects erratic input from the output shaft sensor (OSS).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Common triggers for the code include a faulty output shaft speed sensor, a short in the electrical wirings, and a malfunctioning PCM.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The code is sometimes accompanied by the P0715 or P0500 codes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>700 series codes such as the P0720 are typically <strong>transmission-related codes<\/strong> stored by the ECM or PCM. The ECM is a module that controls only the engine, and on vehicles with automatic transmissions there will be a Transmission Control Module (TCM) that communicates with the ECM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A PCM (Powertrain Control Module) controls both the engine and the transmission. Thus, we refer to the ECM\/PCM in these articles when discussing the primary on-board computer, but a growing number of vehicles tends to have separate Engine and Transmission Control modules that communicate with each other over the CAN bus. Thus, you may have an ECM and a TCM but the ECM may display DTCs that are TCM related &ndash; like this one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, having the DTCs won&rsquo;t make a difference if you don&rsquo;t know what they mean. So, if you&rsquo;re getting the code P0720, this article will help point you in the right direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Does the P0720 Code Mean?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The P0720 code is activated when the PCM detects insufficient or erratic input from the output shaft sensor (OSS). 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class=\"protip-desc\">\n\t<div class=\"help-tip\">\n\t\t<p><strong>Pro Tips<\/strong> are nuggets of information direct from ASE-certified automobile technicians working with CarParts.com, which may include unique, personal insights based on their years of experience working in the automotive industry. These can help you make more informed decisions about your car.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n    <div class=\"help-caption\">\n        <p>\n            <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>\n            Depending on the type of sensor used on the vehicle in question, the signal sent to the ECM\/PCM\/TCM may be an analog AC signal or a DC digital square wave.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-data443-irp-shortcode irp-shortcode\"><div style=\"clear:both; margin-top:0em; margin-bottom:1em;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/bad-speed-sensor-symptoms\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"ua807411b5d386dee62265a26ea6b00c2\"><style> .ua807411b5d386dee62265a26ea6b00c2 { padding:0px; margin: 0; padding-top:1em!important; padding-bottom:1em!important; width:100%; display: block; font-weight:bold; background-color:#eaeaea; border:0!important; border-left:4px solid #34495E!important; text-decoration:none; } .ua807411b5d386dee62265a26ea6b00c2:active, .ua807411b5d386dee62265a26ea6b00c2:hover { opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; text-decoration:none; } .ua807411b5d386dee62265a26ea6b00c2 { transition: background-color 250ms; webkit-transition: background-color 250ms; opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; } .ua807411b5d386dee62265a26ea6b00c2 .ctaText { font-weight:bold; color:#464646; text-decoration:none; font-size: 16px; } .ua807411b5d386dee62265a26ea6b00c2 .postTitle { color:#000000; text-decoration: underline!important; font-size: 16px; } .ua807411b5d386dee62265a26ea6b00c2:hover .postTitle { text-decoration: underline!important; } <\/style><div style=\"padding-left:1em; padding-right:1em;\"><span class=\"ctaText\">See also<\/span>&nbsp; <span class=\"postTitle\">What are the Symptoms of a Bad Speed Sensor?<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/search-obd2-codes-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Diagnostic trouble code\">Diagnostic trouble code<\/a> (DTC) P0720 stands for &ldquo;Output Speed Sensor Circuit Malfunction.&rdquo; It is stored when the ECM\/PCM\/TCM perceives a problem with the output speed sensor or its circuit. If, for example, the engine speed and input shaft speed are at a certain <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-does-car-rpm-stand-for\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"RPM\">RPM<\/a> but the output shaft speed is erratic or not what the computer expects, P0720 will be stored. There may also be a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/p0500-code-vehicle-speed-sensor-vss-malfunction\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"P0500 code\">P0500 code<\/a> stored on some platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"663\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Output-Shaft-Speed-Sensor-Isolated-1024x663.jpg\" alt=\"Output Shaft Speed Sensor Isolated\" class=\"wp-image-42734\" style=\"width:1024px;height:663px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Output-Shaft-Speed-Sensor-Isolated-1024x663.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Output-Shaft-Speed-Sensor-Isolated-300x194.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Output-Shaft-Speed-Sensor-Isolated-768x497.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Output-Shaft-Speed-Sensor-Isolated-1536x994.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Output-Shaft-Speed-Sensor-Isolated-150x97.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Output-Shaft-Speed-Sensor-Isolated.jpg 1700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The P0720 code is activated when the PCM detects insufficient or erratic input from the output shaft sensor (OSS).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">P0720 on Some Ford Vehicles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Code P0720 may appear on some Ford vehicles. On a 2016 Ford F-150 XL 5.0L V8, for example, this DTC is described as, &ldquo;OSS sensor signal input exceeds the calibrated threshold. The OSS sensor provides a signal to the PCM based on the speed of the output shaft of the transmission.&rdquo;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The code appears in a 2016 Ford F-150 XL 5.0L V8 because of the following conditions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>OSS circuit short to ground<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>OSS circuit short to voltage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>OSS circuit open<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Damaged OSS sensor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For this specific vehicle, Ford also notes that verifying the sensor signal output varies with the vehicle speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Speed Inputs and DTC Codes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In order for the Transmission Control System (ECM\/TCM\/PCM, etc.) to operate correctly and detect mechanical or electrical transmission concerns, there are multiple speed inputs factored into the algorithms written into the computer(s).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-data443-irp-shortcode irp-shortcode\"><div style=\"clear:both; margin-top:0em; margin-bottom:1em;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/p0502-code-vehicle-speed-sensor-a-low-input\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"u86fb2fd06a7eb8714e3e0c686046e643\"><style> .u86fb2fd06a7eb8714e3e0c686046e643 { padding:0px; margin: 0; padding-top:1em!important; padding-bottom:1em!important; width:100%; display: block; font-weight:bold; background-color:#eaeaea; border:0!important; border-left:4px solid #34495E!important; text-decoration:none; } .u86fb2fd06a7eb8714e3e0c686046e643:active, .u86fb2fd06a7eb8714e3e0c686046e643:hover { opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; text-decoration:none; } .u86fb2fd06a7eb8714e3e0c686046e643 { transition: background-color 250ms; webkit-transition: background-color 250ms; opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; } .u86fb2fd06a7eb8714e3e0c686046e643 .ctaText { font-weight:bold; color:#464646; text-decoration:none; font-size: 16px; } .u86fb2fd06a7eb8714e3e0c686046e643 .postTitle { color:#000000; text-decoration: underline!important; font-size: 16px; } .u86fb2fd06a7eb8714e3e0c686046e643:hover .postTitle { text-decoration: underline!important; } <\/style><div style=\"padding-left:1em; padding-right:1em;\"><span class=\"ctaText\">See also<\/span>&nbsp; <span class=\"postTitle\">P0502 Code: Vehicle Speed Sensor A Low Input<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>First, the <strong>engine speed<\/strong> is factored in, because that&rsquo;s important, and that information comes from the engine&rsquo;s crankshaft sensor. The transmission <strong>input shaft<\/strong> (the turbine shaft connected to the torque converter turbine) speed is also measured. Some transmissions will include an <strong>intermediate shaft speed sensor<\/strong>, but all electronically controlled automatic transmissions will have an <strong>output shaft sensor<\/strong> that sometimes doubles as the <strong>vehicle speed sensor<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each of the speed sensors typically reads a toothed wheel mounted or machined on the rotating component, because that&rsquo;s how speed sensors work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Possible Causes of the P0720 Code?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the probable causes of code P0720:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Faulty output shaft speed sensor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open or short in the electrical wiring or connections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Malfunctioning PCM<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Common Symptoms of the P0720 Code?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The manifestations of a triggered P0720 code activated usually involve changes in the driveability of your car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the most common symptoms you may encounter if the PCM is detecting a P0720:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Delayed or no gear shifting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Malfunctioning speedometer and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/cruise-control-not-working-causes-and-faq\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"cruise control\">cruise control<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sometimes accompanied by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/p0715-code-inputturbine-speed-sensor-a-circuit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"P0715\">P0715<\/a> or P0500<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Diagnose the P0720 Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several possible causes that could trigger the P0720 code, so diagnosing it is not a straightforward affair. This is why a lot of people leave the job to their mechanics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you would prefer to do it yourself, however, watch these videos to get a better understanding of how to diagnose this code:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Revolution Sensor P0720 Testing and Replacement\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-2Q4sO1kxKg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Ford P0720 Speed Sensor Error Code Repair\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MyNEKMIdkRk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Fix the P0720 Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As with diagnosis, fixing the P0720 code could be a little tricky since there&rsquo;s no one-size-fits-all solution for resolving the code. You can hav<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>e your mechanic do the fix for you or you can decide to go for it yourself if you feel like you have the required DIY skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-data443-irp-shortcode irp-shortcode\"><div style=\"clear:both; margin-top:0em; margin-bottom:1em;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/p0717-code-turbine-input-shaft-speed-sensor-a-circuit-no-signal\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"u724413ac77a12d67ffb8101c99eb82ff\"><style> .u724413ac77a12d67ffb8101c99eb82ff { padding:0px; margin: 0; padding-top:1em!important; padding-bottom:1em!important; width:100%; display: block; font-weight:bold; background-color:#eaeaea; border:0!important; border-left:4px solid #34495E!important; text-decoration:none; } .u724413ac77a12d67ffb8101c99eb82ff:active, .u724413ac77a12d67ffb8101c99eb82ff:hover { opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; text-decoration:none; } .u724413ac77a12d67ffb8101c99eb82ff { transition: background-color 250ms; webkit-transition: background-color 250ms; opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; } .u724413ac77a12d67ffb8101c99eb82ff .ctaText { font-weight:bold; color:#464646; text-decoration:none; font-size: 16px; } .u724413ac77a12d67ffb8101c99eb82ff .postTitle { color:#000000; text-decoration: underline!important; font-size: 16px; } .u724413ac77a12d67ffb8101c99eb82ff:hover .postTitle { text-decoration: underline!important; } <\/style><div style=\"padding-left:1em; padding-right:1em;\"><span class=\"ctaText\">See also<\/span>&nbsp; <span class=\"postTitle\">P0717 Code: Turbine\/Input Shaft Speed Sensor &ldquo;A&rdquo; Circuit No Signal<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re planning on doing the latter, you&rsquo;ll need to do some research. Once you&rsquo;ve diagnosed the underlying cause, go online to find out what repairs other people (with the same vehicle as yourself) have employed to clear this code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should be able to find good information on forums and other similar platforms&#8288;&mdash;just make sure to stick to the resolutions shared by owners of the same vehicle, as the appropriate fix for a P0720 may vary depending on make and\/or model. A P0720 fix for a Ford, for instance, may not be the same as that of the repair you may need to do on a Nissan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you&rsquo;re ready to perform the fix, make sure to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/why-you-should-always-consult-a-repair-manual\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"check out repair manuals\">check out repair manuals<\/a> like the ones by Chilton or Haynes to figure out the proper steps for repairing your vehicle. You can also try a single-vehicle ALLDATA subscription that should help you with this and any other repairs you may need to do in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to Get an Output Shaft Speed Sensor for Your Vehicle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Clearing the P0720 code usually involves replacing a faulty <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/automatic-transmission-output-shaft-speed-sensor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"output shaft speed sensor\">output shaft speed sensor<\/a>. Depending on your vehicle, you might have to visit several auto parts shops to get the right replacement. Fortunately, you can avoid all that hassle when you shop online at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"CarParts.com\">CarParts.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shopping for a sensor that fits your ride is easy when you use our vehicle selector. Simply enter your ride&rsquo;s year, make, and model into the tool to view compatible parts. After that, you can use our filters to check out the ones that match your preferred brand and price range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also expect fast shipping because all our products are on hand and ready to ship at warehouses strategically located across the states. If you have any questions, our customer service representatives will give you all the help you need to find what you&rsquo;re looking for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&rsquo;t ignore the P0720 code. 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