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Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS)

Vehicle Speed Sensor (Manual):




Vehicle Speed Sensor (Automatic):




The vehicle speed sensor is located in the transmission extension housing.

REMOVAL
1. Remove the negative battery cable.
2. Raise and support vehicle.
3. Disconnect electrical connector from sensor.
4. Remove the sensor mounting bolt.
5. Lift the sensor out of the transaxle extension housing. Ensure the O-ring was removed with the sensor.

INSTALLATION
The speed sensor gear meshes with a gear on the output shaft.
1. With O-ring in place, install sensor.
2. Install mounting bolt and tighten to 7 Nm (60 in.lbs.).
3. Connect electrical connector to sensor.
4. Lower vehicle.
5. Install the negative battery cable,