Primary Speed Sensor: Inspection

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Remove the bulkhead harness connector from TCM. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Transmission Control Module (TCM).>
Set the ST between the TCM and bulkhead harness.
ST 18460AA040 CHECK BOARD
Set the probe of oscilloscope to the check board connector.
Terminals:

No. 14 (+) - No. 42 (-)

Fig 1: Bulkhead Harness Connector Terminals
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Start and warm up the engine.
Check the waveform of primary speed sensor with engine idling.
NOTE: The waveform cycle changes as the speed changes.

Fig 2: Primary Speed Sensor Voltage Waveform
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