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Possible Causes

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DTC will set when ECM detects no SP1 (speed sensor) signal while ECM detects SP2 (No. 2 speed sensor) signal and vehicle speed is 6 MPH or more for 4 seconds, Park/Neutral position switch is OFF (except P and N position) and transfer case in any position except N position (4WD) (2 trip detection logic). Possible causes are: