2000 chrysler 300m displays code P0700.trans stays in lower gear & speedometer stays on 0.
Optional Information: Year: 2000 Make: Chrysler Already Tried: nothing yet. code indicates transmission control problem. where do I start. thought it might be speed sensor but it doesn't show the code for that. any ideas?
Hello and thank you for trusting me with your question. I will do my best to help you with your transmission problem.The reason is that you are reading codes from the engine control module. The P0700 is a generic transmission code meaning there is a problem in the transmission control module. For other codes you will need a scan tool capable of reading codes from the transmission control module. The problem is most likely a dead VSS (vehicle speed sensor) judging from the symptoms. You could verify this with codes from the transmission control module or go ahead and replace the sensor. If you would like any additional information or have more questions please don’t hesitate to ask! Please remember to only rate my answer when you are 100% satisfied. IF you feel the need to rate "Poor Service" or "Bad Service", please stop and reply to me via the REPLY TO EXPERT button with the issue you have. I will be happy to continue further and do everything I can to provide you with the service you seek.I am not paid unless I get a rating of 3 to 5 Stars/Smiley Faces. If I have helped you with your question, please give me an appropriate rating so that I get credit for helping you.Thank you,David
in your opinion, would it most likely be the output or input sensor? or should I replace both?
The output sensor is the one that drives the speedometer. Since the speedometer is dead, it would be the output sensor.
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Dave, Just some feedback: It was the output speed sensor that failed, just as you had said. I replaced it and no more problem. Thanks again for your help!
You are very welcome. Glad I could help with this.