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Vehicle Speed Sensor: Service and Repair

Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the right front tire and wheel.
3. Remove the right engine splash shield.
4. Remove the vehicle speed sensor wiring harness connector.





5. Remove the vehicle speed sensor bolt (9).
6. Remove the vehicle speed sensor (10) from the extension case.





7. Remove the O-ring (11) from the vehicle speed sensor (10).

Installation Procedure





1. Install the O-ring (11) to the vehicle speed sensor (10).
2. Install the vehicle speed sensor (10) to the extension case.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





3. Install the vehicle speed sensor bolt (9).
^ Tighten the vehicle speed sensor bolt (9) to 11 Nm (97 inch lbs.).





4. Install the vehicle speed sensor wiring harness connector.
5. Install the right engine splash shield.
6. Install the right front tire and wheel.
7. Lower the vehicle.
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