DTC P0320 - Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit

2009 Ford Pickup F350 Super Duty, 2D Pickup, 6.8 Y, 4WD, StandardSECTION DTC P0320 - Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit
DTC P0320 - IGNITION/DISTRIBUTOR ENGINE SPEED INPUT CIRCUIT

Description:  The ignition engine speed sensor input signal to powertrain control module (PCM) is continuously monitored. The test fails when the signal indicates two successive erratic profile ignition pickup (PIP) pulses occurred.
Possible Causes: 
  • Loose wires/connectors
  • Arcing secondary ignition components (coil, wires and plugs)
  • On-board transmitter (2-way radio)
Diagnostic Aids:  The DTC indicates two successive erratic PIP pulses occurred.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All - - GO to Pinpoint Test NC .
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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