
DTC P0720 VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR CVT (SECONDARY SPEED SENSOR)
CVT-81
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Wiring Diagram - CVT - SESCVTINFOID:0000000001703517
TCM TERMINALS AND REFERENCE VALUES
Refer to CVT-45, "TCM Terminal and Reference Value" .
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DTC P0720 VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR CVT (SECONDARY SPEED SENSOR)
Diagnosis Procedure
INFOID:0000000001703518
1.CHECK INPUT SIGNAL
With CONSULT-III
1. Start engine.
2. Select “ECU INPUT SIGNALS” in “DATA MONITOR” mode for “TRANSMISSION” with CONSULT-III.
3. Start vehicle and read out the value of “VSP SENSOR”.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG >> GO TO 2.
2. CHECK SECONDARY SPEED SENSOR
With CONSULT-III
1. Start engine.
2. Check power supply to output speed sensor (secondary speed sensor) by voltage between TCM connec-
tor terminals 10, 19 and 42. Refer to CVT-36, "
Circuit Diagram" .
3. If OK, check the pulse when vehicle cruises.
 OK or NG
 OK  >> GO TO 8.
 NG >> GO TO 3.
3. CHECK POWER AND SENSOR GROUND
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect the output speed sensor (secondary speed sensor) harness connector.
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
Item name Condition Display value
VSP SENSOR During drivingApproximately matches 
the speedometer reading.
Item Connector Terminal Data (Approx.) 
TCM E31, E3210 - 42
Battery voltage
19 - 42
Name Condition
Output speed sen-
sor (Secondary 
speed sensor)When running at 20 km/h (12 MPH) in “D” position, use the 
CONSULT-III pulse frequency measuring function.
CAUTION:
Connect the data link connector to the vehicle-side diag-
nosis connector.
Item Connector Terminal NameData (Ap-
prox.) 
TCM E32 29Output speed sensor (Sec-
ondary speed sensor)570 Hz
SCIA2344E 

DTC P0720 VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR CVT (SECONDARY SPEED SENSOR)
CVT-83
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4. Check voltage between output speed sensor (secondary speed
sensor) harness connector terminals.
5. Check voltage between output speed sensor (secondary speed
sensor) harness connector terminal and ground.
6. If OK, check harness for short to ground and short to power.
7. Reinstall any part removed.
 OK or NG
 OK >> GO TO 4.
 NG - 1 >> Battery voltage is not supplied between terminals 1 and 3, terminals 1 and ground.: GO TO 6.
 NG - 2 >> Battery voltage is not supplied between terminals 1 and 3 only.: GO TO 7.
4. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN TCM AND OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR (SECONDARY SPEED SENSOR)
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect TCM connector and output speed sensor (secondary speed sensor) harness connector.
3. Check continuity between TCM connector terminal and output
speed sensor (secondary speed sensor) harness connector ter-
minal.
4. If OK, check harness for short to ground and short to power.
5. Reinstall any part removed.
 OK or NG
 OK >> GO TO 5.
 NG >> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power in harness or connectors.
5. CHECK THE TCM SHORT
Replace same type TCM, perform self-diagnosis check. Erase self-diagnostic results and them drive the vehi-
cle [more than 40 km/h (25 MPH)], perform self-diagnosis check. Refer to CVT-80, "
DTC Confirmation Proce-
dure" .
 Is 
“P0720 VEH SPD SEN/CIR AT” detected again?
 YES >> Replace the transaxle assembly. Refer to CVT-178, "Removal and Installation" .
 NO >> Replace TCM. Refer to CVT-8, "
Service After Replacing TCM and Transaxle Assembly" .
6. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN TCM AND OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR (SECONDARY SPEED SENSOR)
(POWER)
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect TCM connector and output speed sensor (secondary speed sensor) harness connector.
Item Connector TerminalData (Ap-
prox.) 
Output speed sensor (Sec-
ondary speed sensor)F48 3 - 1 Battery volt-
age
SCIA2345E
Item Connector TerminalData (Ap-
prox.) 
Output speed sensor (Sec-
ondary speed sensor)F48 3 - groundBattery volt-
age
SCIA2346E
Item Connector Terminal Continuity
TCM E32 29
Ye s
Output speed sensor (Sec-
ondary speed sensor)F48 2
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CVT-84
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DTC P0720 VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR CVT (SECONDARY SPEED SENSOR)
3. Check continuity between TCM connector terminals and output
speed sensor (secondary speed sensor) harness connector ter-
minal. Refer to CVT-36, "
Circuit Diagram" .
4. If OK, check harness for short to ground and short to power.
5. Reinstall any part removed.
 OK or NG
 OK >> 10 A fuse (No. 49, located in the IPDM E/R) or ignition switch are malfunctioning. 
 NG >> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power in harness or connectors.
7. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN TCM AND OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR (SECONDARY SPEED SENSOR)
(SENSOR GROUND)
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect TCM connector and output speed sensor (secondary speed sensor) harness connector.
3. Check continuity between TCM connector terminal and output
speed sensor (secondary speed sensor) harness connector ter-
minal.
4. If OK, check harness for short to ground and short to power.
5. Reinstall any part removed.
 OK or NG
 OK >> GO TO 8.
 NG >> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power in harness or connectors.
8.CHECK DTC
Perform CVT-80, "
DTC Confirmation Procedure" .
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 9.
9.CHECK TCM
1. Check TCM input/output signals. Refer to CVT-45, "
TCM Terminal and Reference Value" .
2. If NG, re-check TCM pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
Item Connector Terminal Continuity
TCM E31 10
Ye s
Output speed sensor (Sec-
ondary speed sensor)F48 3
TCM E31 19
Ye s
Output speed sensor (Sec-
ondary speed sensor)F48 3
SCIA2369E
Item Connector Terminal Continuity
TCM E32 42
Ye s
Output speed sensor (Sec-
ondary speed sensor)F48 1
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DTC P1723 CVT SPEED SENSOR FUNCTION
CVT-129
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DTC P1723 CVT SPEED SENSOR FUNCTION
DescriptionINFOID:0000000001703617
• The input speed sensor (primary speed sensor) is included in the control valve assembly.
• The vehicle speed sensor CVT [output speed sensor (secondary speed sensor)] detects the revolution of the
idler gear and generates a pulse signal. The pulse signal is sent to the TCM, which converts it into vehicle
speed.
• The input speed sensor (primary speed sensor) detects the primary pulley revolution speed and sends a sig-
nal to the TCM.
On Board Diagnosis LogicINFOID:0000000001703618
• This is not an OBD-II self-diagnostic item.
• Diagnostic trouble code “P1723 CVT SPD SEN/FNCTN” with CONSULT-III is detected when there is a great
difference between the vehicle speed signal and the secondary speed sensor signal.
CAUTION:
One of the “P0720 VEH SPD SEN/CIR AT”, the “P0715 INPUT SPD SEN/CIRC” or the “P0725 ENGINE
SPEED SIG“ is displayed with the DTC at the same time.
Possible CauseINFOID:0000000001703619
• Harness or connectors
(Sensor circuit is open or shorted.)
• Output speed sensor (Secondary speed sensor)
• Input speed sensor (Primary speed sensor)
• Engine speed signal system
DTC Confirmation ProcedureINFOID:0000000001703620
CAUTION:
Always drive vehicle at a safe speed.
NOTE:
If “DTC Confirmation Procedure” has been previously performed, always turn ignition switch OFF and
wait at least 10 seconds before performing the next test.
After the repair, touch “ERASE” on “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” and then perform the following procedure to con-
firm the malfunction is eliminated.
 WITH CONSULT-III
1. Turn ignition switch ON and select “DATA MONITOR” mode for “TRANSMISSION” with CONSULT-III.
2. Start engine and maintain the following conditions for at least 5 consecutive seconds.
VEHICLE SPEED SE: 10 km/h (6 MPH) or more
ACC PEDAL OPEN: More than 1.0/8
RANGE: “D” position
ENG SPEED: 450 rpm or more
Driving location: Driving the vehicle uphill (increased engine load) will help maintain the driving
conditions required for this test.
3. If DTC is detected, go to CVT-129, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000001703621
1.CHECK STEP MOTOR FUNCTION
Perform the self-diagnosis check. Refer to CVT-47, "
CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)".
Is a malfunction in the step motor function indicated in the results?
YES >> Repair or replace damaged parts. (Check the step motor function. Refer to CVT-141.)
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR (SECONDARY SPEED SENSOR SYSTEM) AND INPUT SPEED
SENSOR (PRIMARY SPEED SENSOR) SYSTEM
Check output speed sensor (secondary speed sensor) system and input speed sensor (primary speed sensor)
system. Refer to CVT-80
, CVT-76. 

EC-10
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INDEX FOR DTC
P0182 0182 FTT SEN/CIRCUITEC-274
P0183 0183 FTT SEN/CIRCUITEC-274
P0222 0222 TP SEN 1/CIRCEC-278
P0223 0223 TP SEN 1/CIRCEC-278
P0300 0300 MULTI CYL MISFIREEC-284
P0301 0301 CYL 1 MISFIREEC-284
P0302 0302 CYL 2 MISFIREEC-284
P0303 0303 CYL 3 MISFIREEC-284
P0304 0304 CYL 4 MISFIREEC-284
P0327 0327 KNOCK SEN/CIRC-B1EC-291
P0328 0328 KNOCK SEN/CIRC-B1EC-291
P0335 0335 CKP SEN/CIRCUITEC-295
P0340 0340 CMP SEN/CIRC-B1EC-302
P0420 0420 TW CATALYST SYS-B1EC-308
P0441 0441 EVAP PURG FLOW/MONEC-313
P0442 0442 EVAP SMALL LEAKEC-318
P0443 0443 PURG VOLUME CONT/VEC-325
P0444 0444 PURG VOLUME CONT/VEC-332
P0445 0445 PURG VOLUME CONT/VEC-332
P0447 0447 VENT CONTROL VALVEEC-338
P0448 0448 VENT CONTROL VALVEEC-345
P0451 0451 EVAP SYS PRES SENEC-351
P0452 0452 EVAP SYS PRES SENEC-355
P0453 0453 EVAP SYS PRES SENEC-362
P0455 0455 EVAP GROSS LEAKEC-370
P0456 0456 EVAP VERY SML LEAKEC-377
P0460 0460 FUEL LEV SEN SLOSHEC-385
P0461 0461 FUEL LEVEL SENSOREC-387
P0462 0462 FUEL LEVL SEN/CIRCEC-389
P0463  0463 FUEL LEVL SEN/CIRCEC-389
P0500 0500
VEH SPEED SEN/CIRC*5EC-391
P0506 0506 ISC SYSTEMEC-393
P0507 0507 ISC SYSTEMEC-395
P0605 0605 ECMEC-397
P0643 0643 SENSOR POWER/CIRCEC-400
P0705 0705 PNP SW/CIRCAT- 8 6 (A/T),
CVT-65
 (CVT)
P0710 0710 ATF TEMP SEN/CIRCAT- 9 1
 (A/T),
CVT-71
 (CVT)
P0715 0715 INPUT SPD SEN/CIRCCVT-76
P0720 0720
VEH SPD SEN/CIR AT*5AT- 9 6 (A/T),
CVT-80
 (CVT)
P0725 0725 ENGINE SPEED SIGAT- 1 0 1
DTC*1
Items
 (CONSULT-II screen terms)Reference page
CONSULT-II
GST*
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INDEX FOR DTC
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*1: 1st trip DTC No. is the same as DTC No.
*2: This number is prescribed by SAE J2012.
*3: In Diagnostic Test Mode II (Self-diagnostic results), this number is controlled by NISSAN.
*4: The troubleshooting for this DTC needs CONSULT-II.
*5: When the fail-safe operations for both self-diagnoses occur, the MIL illuminates.TP SEN/CIRC A/T P1705 1705CVT-125
TR PRS SENS/A CIRC P0840 0840CVT-109
TR PRS SENS/B CIRC P0845 0845CVT-115
TW CATALYST SYS-B1 P0420 0420EC-308
VEH SPD SEN/CIR AT*5P0720 0720AT- 9 6 (A/T).
CVT-80
 (CVT)
VEH SPEED SEN/CIRC*
5P0500 0500EC-391
VENT CONTROL VALVE P0447 0447EC-338
VENT CONTROL VALVE P0448 0448EC-345
Items
 (CONSULT-II screen terms)DTC*1
Reference page
CONSULT-II
GST*
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ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM
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P OVEH SPD SEN/CIR AT*7P0720 0720 — — 2×AT- 9 6 (A/T),
CVT-80
 (CVT)
ENGINE SPEED SIG P0725 0725 — — 2×AT- 1 0 1
A/T 1ST GR FNCTN P0731 0731 — — 2×AT- 1 0 5
A/T 2ND GR FNCTN  P0732 0732 — — 2×AT- 1 0 8
A/T 3RD GR FNCTN P0733 0733 — — 2×AT- 111
A/T 4TH GR FNCTN P0734 0734 — — 2×AT- 11 4
TCC SOLENOID/CIRC P0740 0740 — — 2×AT- 11 9
A/T TCC S/V FNCTN P0744 0744 — — 2×AT- 1 2 4 (A/T),
CVT-93
 (CVT)
L/PRESS SOL/CIRC P0745 0745 — — 2×AT- 1 2 9
PRS CNT SOL/A FCTN P0746 0746 — — 1×CVT-100
SFT SOL A/CIRC P0750 0750 — — 1×AT- 1 3 4
SFT SOL B/CIRC P0755 0755 — — 1×AT- 1 3 9
PRS CNT SOL/B FCTN P0776 0776 — — 2×CVT-102
PRS CNT SOL/B CIRC P0778 0778 — — 2×CVT-104
TR PRS SENS/A CIRC P0840 0840 — — 2×CVT-109
TR PRS SENS/B CIRC P0845 0845 — — 2×CVT-115
P-N POS SW/CIRCUIT P0850 0850 — — 2×EC-405
CLOSED LOOP-B1 P1148 1148 — — 1×EC-411
ENG OVER TEMP P1217 1217 — — 1×EC-412
CTP LEARNING P1225 1225 — — 2 —EC-426
CTP LEARNING P1226 1226 — — 2 —EC-428
COLD START CONTROL P1421 1421 — — 2×EC-430
ASCD SW P1564 1564 — — 1 —EC-432
ASCD BRAKE SW P1572 1572 — — 1 —EC-438
ASCD VHL SPD SEN P1574 1574  — — 1 —EC-447
NATS MALFUNCTIONP1610 - 
P16151610 - 1615 — — 2 —BL-210
TP SEN/CIRC A/T P1705 1705 — — 1×CVT-125
IN PULY SPEED P1715 1715 — — 2 —EC-449 (A/T),
EC-450
 (CVT)
LU-SLCT SOL/CIRC P1740 1740 — — 2×CVT-132
O/R CLTCH SOL/CIRC P1760 1760 — — 2×AT- 1 4 4
STEP MOTR CIRC P1777 1777 — — 1×CVT-137
STEP MOTR FNC P1778 1778 — — 2×CVT-141
BRAKE SW/CIRCUIT P1805 1805 — —  2 —EC-452
ETC MOT PWR P2100 2100 — — 1×EC-456
ETC FUNCTION/CIRC P2101 2101 — — 1×EC-461
ETC MOT PWR P2103 2103 — — 1×EC-456
ETC MOT P2118 2118  — — 1×EC-467
ETC ACTR P2119 2119 — —  1×EC-472
APP SEN 1/CIRC P2122 2122 — — 1×EC-474
APP SEN 1/CIRC P2123 2123 — — 1×EC-474
Items
 (CONSULT-II screen terms)DTC*
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SRT codeTest value/ 
Test limit 
(GST only)TripMIL lighting 
upReference 
page CONSULT-II
GST*
2ECM*3