DTC P0500 [L8, LF]


DTC P0500	VSS circuit problem
DETECTION CONDITION	• If an error in the wheel speed signal from the ABS/DSC HU/CM is detected by CAN when the following conditions are met: - Neutral switch and clutch pedal position switch are OFF - Load is above 40 % - Engine speed is 2,000 rpm or above - Brake switch is OFF - Shift lever position (P, N, R position) (AT) Diagnostic support note • This is a continuous monitor (CCM). • The MIL illuminates if the PCM detects the above malfunction condition in two consecutive drive cycles or in one drive cycle while the DTC for the same malfunction has been stored in the PCM. • PENDING CODE is available if the PCM detects the above malfunction condition during the first drive cycle. • FREEZE FRAME DATA is available. • The DTC is stored in the PCM memory.
POSSIBLE CAUSE	• Front ABS wheel-speed sensor malfunction • ABS/DSC HU/CM malfunction • Connector or terminal malfunction • PCM malfunction


STEP	INSPECTION		ACTION
1	VERIFY FREEZE FRAME DATA HAS BEEN RECORDED • Have FREEZE FRAME DATA been recorded?	Yes	Go to the next step.
1		No	Record the FREEZE FRAME DATA on the repair order, then go to the next step.
2	VERIFY RELATED SERVICE INFORMATION AVAILABILITY • Verify related Service Information availability. • Is any related Service Information available?	Yes	Perform repair or diagnosis according to the available Service Information. • If the vehicle is not repaired, go to the next step.
2		No	Go to the next step.
3	VERIFY STORED DTC IN ABS HU/CM OR DSC HU/CM • Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (Engine off). • Verify stored DTCs in ABS HU/ CM or DSC HU/CM. • Are DTCs stored?	Yes	Go to the appropriate DTC inspection (See DTC TABLE [L8, LF].)
3		No	Go to the Step 4.
4	VERIFY TROUBLESHOOTING OF DTC P0500 COMPLETED • Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (Engine off). • Clear the DTC from PCM memory using the M-MDS. • Drive vehicle under the following conditions for 18 s. - Engine speed: 2,000 rpm or above - Gear: Gear is in other than NEUTRAL - Load: 40 % or above • Is PENDING CODE for this DTC present?	Yes	Replace PCM, then go to the next step. (See PCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L8, LF].)
4		No	Go to the next step.
5	VERIFY AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE • Perform the "AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE". (See AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE [L8, LF].) • Are any DTCs present?	Yes	Go to applicable DTC troubleshooting. (See DTC TABLE [L8, LF].)
5		No	Troubleshooting completed.