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Action Taken

  1. PCM turns on the "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" MIL.
  2. PCM calculates the transaxle input speed based on the output speed and the gear ratio of the gear commanded.
  3. PCM calculates slip speed from the calculated input speed and engine RPM.
  4. Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) engaged.
  5. PCM disables torque management.
  6. Transaxle shift adapts are maintained at current levels.
  7. Garage shift adapts are maintained at current levels.
NOTE: Numbers in list refer to circled numbers in diagnostic flow chart, see Fig 1. For circuit identification see Fig 2.
  1. With engine idling in PARK or NEUTRAL PD72 should read between 50 and 100 RPM less than engine RPM.
  2. The transaxle input speed sensor will generate a frequency of greater than 0 Hz when the vehicle is idling. If it does not check CKT 1230, CKT 1231 and speed sensor for open/shorts inside the transaxle.
  3. Checking CKT 1230 and CKT 1231 for opens or shorts to the PCM. If wire OK, the PCM is faulty.
Fig 1: DTC P056: Transaxle Input Speed Sensor Circuit Problem Flow Chart
G00121704Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Fig 2: DTC P056: Transaxle Input Speed Sensor Circuit Problem Flow Chart Circuit
G00121703Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.