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Vehicle Speed Sensor/Transducer - Cruise Control: Description and Operation

DESCRIPTION
The Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) is a permanent magnet generator driven by a gear inside the transaxle.

OPERATION
The VSS outputs voltage that varies according to vehicle road speed. When the Sensor output indicates that vehicle road speed is above 30 MPH, the Speed Control Module enables the Speed Control System.