P079A Trouble Code

View P079A obd/2 error code description and symptoms. P079A engine photo

Output Shaft Speed sensor circuit intermittent failure The output shaft speed sensor signal to the PCM is irregular or interrupted.
Harness connector not properly seated Harness intermittently shorted, or open Harness connector damaged OSS sensor damaged, or not installed properly Verify harness and connector integrity Verify OSS sensor proper installation.

On some transmissions, such as automated manual transmissions or automatic transmissions with manual mode, the GSP switch lets the TCM know whether or not the driver has selected automatic or manual function. On manual transmissions, the GSP switch informs the TCM which gear the driver is selecting, and may function as a neutral safety switch, depending on system design. The TCM also uses the gate select position switch to monitor transmission operation. For example, if the driver selects manual mode and selects 3rd gear on an automatic transmission, the TCM may monitor speed sensors to detect clutch and brake slippage.

P079A Error Code Repair Process :

When you turn on the ignition, the Service Engine Soon or Check Engine P079A light should flash briefly, indicating that the OBD system is ready to scan your vehicle for any malfunctions. After this brief flash, the light should stay off while you drive as long as no problems are detected. If power door memory lock relay circuit short to ground so, you'll be glad to know that your vehicle is equipped with an early warning system that could save you time, money, and fuel in addition to helping protect the power door memory lock relay circuit short to ground.

P079A is a kind of Powertrain Trouble Code

Powertrain of a modern automobile, comprising engine (with exhaust system), transmission, drive shaft, suspension and the wheels. In a motor vehicle, the term powertrain or powerplant describes the main components that generate power and deliver it to the road surface, water, or air.

Common Causes of P079A

A common cause of code P079A is the failure of Power Door Memory Lock Relay Circuit Short To Ground, but there are several other possible causes as well, such as ;

Camshaft Position Sensor harness is open or shorted
Damaged ECM
Fuel injectors harness is open or shorted
Exhaust tube

P079A code for all cars

You can view according P079A DTC for your car model. We selected several models to see obd2 solutions click and view it.

+P079A Fiat Berline

+P079A Bmw Touring

+P079A Toyota Rt

+P079A Vauxhall Meriva B

+P079A Ac Greyhound

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