OBD-II Fault Code

P1916: High Clutch Drum Speed Sensor Malfunction

Meaning, symptoms, likely causes, diagnostic checks and repair guidance for P1916.

System family

Powertrain

Manufacturer-specific

Repair category

Speed sensor

Use this category to narrow your checks before replacing parts.

Severity

Medium

Severity is a general guide. Confirm with scan-tool data and vehicle symptoms.

What P1916 usually means

High Clutch Drum Speed Sensor Malfunction.

Common symptoms

Check Engine light; Poor drivability or reduced fuel economy depending on fault

Likely causes

Faulty speed sensor; Damaged tone wheel; Wiring fault; ABS/TCM data issue; High signal voltage; Open ground; Short to voltage; Failed sensor

Diagnostic checks

Scan all modules and record freeze-frame data before clearing codes; Check battery voltage and related fuses; Compare live speed data from relevant modules; Inspect sensor and harness; Check sensor ground and signal circuit for short to voltage

Repair guidance

Repair wiring or replace confirmed faulty sensor/tone wheel; Repair ground/signal circuit or replace confirmed faulty sensor

Verification after repair

Clear code, road-test through the same drive condition, then rescan

Note: Confirm vehicle make/model/year because manufacturer-specific codes can vary; Manufacturer-specific: confirm definition and test steps in the vehicle service manual. A DTC identifies a circuit or system condition, not always the failed part.