P1595low severityPowertrain

Cruise Control Speed/Distance Sensor

on 2014 Ram 2500 6.7L I6 Cummins Diesel · 4WD

What this code means

The PCM has detected a malfunction with the speed or distance sensor input used by the cruise control system. The cruise control cannot maintain the set speed because it is not receiving a reliable vehicle speed signal.

Symptoms

  • Cruise control inoperative
  • Check Engine Light
  • Speedometer may be erratic

Common causes

  • Faulty vehicle speed sensor
  • Wiring issue in speed sensor circuit
  • Damaged speed sensor connector
  • Faulty instrument cluster (speed signal source)
  • PCM input circuit fault

Diagnostic steps

  1. Monitor vehicle speed PID on scan tool during test drive
  2. Inspect vehicle speed sensor and wiring
  3. Check speed sensor connector for damage or corrosion
  4. Test speed sensor output signal
  5. Verify speedometer operation

Repair notes

Replace the vehicle speed sensor if it is not providing a reliable signal to the PCM.

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