1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited 5.2 - Won't shift into drive

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P0717 OBD-II Trouble Code: Input/Turbine Speed Sensor ...

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P0717 is a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) for "Input/Turbine Speed Sensor No Signal". This can happen for multiple reasons and a mechanic needs to diagnose ...

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Code P0717 Jeep Input Speed Sensor 1 Circuit No Signal

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Repair Information for P0717 Jeep code. Learn what Input Speed Sensor 1 Circuit No Signal means, location and how to repair?

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Sounds like a bad out speed sensor.Are you sure you replaced the correct sensor?This trans(AW340)Has an output speed sensor and a vehicle speed sensor.The output speed sensor is located on the side of tail housing just next to where it bolts to transmission case.The vehicle speed sensor will be about midway of the tail housing or on the transfer case tail housing on the 4x4 models.It may be a good idea to have a tranny shop you trust run a diagnostic and see if you are getting output sensor signal to TCM( transmission control module behind glove box)and take a look at TPS (throttle position sensor)signal when it is hot to make sure you replace the correct part.I have seen bad TPS sensors on these jeep not affect engine drivability because the sensor is really two(one for trans and one for engine)thus the two plugs on the TPS sensor for the automatic Cherokee.Good Luck and let me know if I can help.

Ther are more than one type of speed sensor for jeeps....I am chrysler jeep tech...there are 2 speed sensors on the trans and also speed sensors at the wheels (IF IT HAS ABS)...Normally the engine speed is done by an IAC Motor...If you are meaning idle...Can you send more information....
Also you may have a vacum leak..........You have an Input speed sensor and an output speed sensor ....Do you know exactly which it is ....Both are at transmission /If 4 wheel drive see transfer case also.I have the manual at my fingertips and will be glad to assist you with any problems............................I can help................metalpoet

Is the check engine light on? Does the speedo work? Probaly is either a bad output speed sensor on the trans tail hosing or a bad govenor pressure solenoid and /or pressure sensor on the valve body. Need to have it scanned. Output rpms should be zero at a stop and increase with road speed . Govenor pressure should be within 3 psi of desired govenor pressure . Desired govenor pressure should match road road speed.I would recomend replace the sensor and solenoid as a pair.Please vote and good luck!

Has to be on the back of the trans. Output Speed Sensor
Hope you can get it out,without lowering the trans,to clear the floor pan

Put that into your search engine and find what you need.
Sorry I can't give you the exact location down to the inch

Now hope you have a bad sensor
Codes don't tell you, that it is bad,or to replace it

I would drive the vehicle with a scanner on it ,and look at data, or run off the ground, and back probe with a meter or oscilloscope, to test. ( I know you can't do that)

i have this same problem with my jeep. i am going to change the shift solenoid out.

try another sensor. it is possible that you got a bad on and it is possible you will get another bad one (FYI)

Hello there, One of the problems Jeeps do have is Transmissions. It is very typical of the sensors and solonoid packs to go bad, Also Jeeps as well have well know problems with the computer causing transmission issues as well.

I suggest taking it to a shop other than a parts store they are great for basic info but a repair shop can actually look at what each sensor is doing in real time.

You are on the right track and I would most definetly address this asap rather than causing internal transmission problems.

Good luck and I hope this helps.

Jeeps have electric solenoids inside the transmission, (shift solenoids) I would have the jeep tested at the advance auto or autozone for codes if the check engine light is on; (its free) and go from there. sounds like the jeep may be in limp mode which chrysler created to protect the transmission. limp mode will not allow the jeep to shift all the way up to overdrive or shift all the way down to 1st shifting position. feels like it has to get going over25 to move well . AAMCO transmissions will diagnose your jeep for free in most states.

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Replace O2 sensor. They have to be really hot in order to read right. Did you ensure to drive around a good 30 min to make it hot?