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Dodge Caliber. Manual - part 1214

CHECK FOR ENGINE CAM OR CRANK SENSOR DTCS

With the scan tool, check engine DTCs.

Are there any Engine Cam or Crank sensor DTCs present?

Yes

>> Refer to the engine category and perform the appropriate symptom(s).

Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT -
STANDARD PROCEDURE)

>> Go To 3

CHECK THE (T16) TRANSMISSION CONTROL OUTPUT CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN (HIGH RESISTANCE)

Disconnect the Input Speed Sensor harness connector.

Ignition on, engine not running

With the scan tool under TIPM, actuate the Transmission.

Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, check the (T16) Trans-
mission Control Output circuit at the Input Speed Sensor harness con-
nector.

NOTE: The test light must illuminate brightly. Compare the bright-
ness to that of a direct connection to the battery.

Does the test light illuminate brightly?

Yes

>> Go To 4

>> Repair the (T16) Transmission Control Output circuit for an

open or high resistance.

Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT -
STANDARD PROCEDURE)

CHECK THE (T14) INPUT SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL CIRCUIT

With the scan tool under TIPM, stop the Transmission actuator.

Turn the ignition off, wait 5 seconds, then turn the ignition on.

Measure the voltage of the (T14) Input Speed Sensor Signal circuit.

Pick the answer that best matches your findings:

Voltage above 5.5 volts

Go To 6

Voltage below 4.5 volts

Go To 5

Voltage between 4.5 and 5.5 volts

Go To 7

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CHECK THE (T14) INPUT SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN (HIGH RESISTANCE)

Turn the ignition off to the lock position.

Disconnect the TCM C2 harness connector.

Connect a jumper wire between the (T14) Input Speed Sensor Signal
circuit in the Input Speed Sensor harness connector and B(+).

Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, check the (T14) Input
Speed Sensor Signal circuit in the TCM C2 harness connector.

NOTE: The test light must illuminate brightly. Compare the bright-
ness to that of a direct connection to the battery.

Does the test light illuminate brightly?

Yes

>> Using the schematics as a guide, check the Transmission

Control Module (TCM) terminals for corrosion, damage, or
terminal push out. Pay particular attention to all power and
ground circuits. Check for any Service Bulletins for possible
causes that may apply. If no problems are found, replace
the TCM per the Service Information.

Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANS-
MISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT - STANDARD
PROCEDURE)

>> Repair the (T14) Input Speed Sensor Signal circuit for an

open or high resistance.

Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANS-
MISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT - STANDARD
PROCEDURE)

CHECK THE (T14) INPUT SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE

Turn the ignition off to the lock position.

Disconnect the TCM C2 harness connector.

Ignition on, engine not running

Measure the voltage of the (T14) Input Speed Sensor Signal circuit.

Is the voltage above 0.2 volts?

Yes

>> Repair the (T14) Input Speed Sensor Signal circuit for a

short to voltage.

Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANS-
MISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT - STANDARD
PROCEDURE)

>> Using the schematics as a guide, check the Transmission

Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT -
STANDARD PROCEDURE)

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CHECK THE TORQUE CONVERTER

Turn the ignition off to the lock position.

Reinstall all components and reconnect all previously disconnected harness connectors.

Ignition on, engine not running

With the scan tool, erase all Transmission DTCs.

Test drive the vehicle to speeds allowing the Torque Converter to obtain lock-up. Note the Engine rpm compared to
the Transmission Input rpm.

Did the difference between the Engine rpm and the Transmission Input rpm differ over 1000 rpm?

Yes

>> Go To 8

>> Go To 9

CHECK THE INPUT SPEED SENSOR

Turn the ignition off to the lock position.

Remove the Input Speed Sensor per the Service Information.

Check the Input Speed Sensor for any debris buildup or damage.

Did the Input Speed Sensor show any signs of debris buildup or damage?

Yes

>> If there is a debris build up, clean the Output Speed Sensor as necessary and reinstall. If damaged or

questionable in condition, replace the Input Speed Sensor.

Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT -
STANDARD PROCEDURE)

>> Replace the Torque Converter per the Service Information.

Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT -
STANDARD PROCEDURE)

CHECK IF THE DTC RESETS

Did the DTC P0716-INPUT SPEED SENSOR 1 CIRCUIT PERFORMANCE reset during the test drive?

Yes

>> Using the schematics as a guide, check the Transmission Control Module (TCM) terminals for corrosion,

damage, or terminal push out. Pay particular attention to all power and ground circuits. Check for any
Service Bulletins for possible causes that may apply. If no problems are found, replace the TCM per the
Service Information.

Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT -
STANDARD PROCEDURE)

>> Go To 10

10.

INTERMITTENT WIRING AND CONNECTORS

The conditions necessary to set this DTC are not present at this time.

Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors specific to this circuit.

Wiggle the wires while checking for shorted and open circuits.

Check for any Service Bulletins for possible causes that may apply.

Were there any problems found?

Yes

>> Repair as necessary.

Perform CVT VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - CVT -
STANDARD PROCEDURE)

>> Test Complete.

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P0717-INPUT SPEED SENSOR 1 CIRCUIT NO SIGNAL

For a complete wiring diagram Refer to Section 8W.

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