Powertrain
generic / SAE
P0739
TCM Engine Speed Output Circuit High
Same as P0737 with the output shorted to supply. Wiring faults of this kind typically come from chafing, water ingress at connector seals, or pin push-back — a wiggle test on the harness while the code is active often confirms the location.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number7 / 39
Possible causes
- Output line shorted to supply high
- Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance low
- Supply wire pinched against B+ source low
Symptoms
- Check engine or transmission warning light on
- Harsh, delayed, or missing shifts
- Possible limp mode (locked in one gear)
- Slipping or shuddering during gear changes
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: medium
- DIY: possible
- Estimated cost: 120–400 €
- Estimated time: 0.6–2 h
- Component: tcm engine speed output
- MIL / check engine light
Sources
References
sae:J2012