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Vehicle Speed Sensor MTR

DTC VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR
Description
The vehicle speed sensor MTR is built into the speedometer assembly. The sensor functions as an auxiliary device to the revolution sensor when it is malfunctioning. The TCM will then use a signal sent from the vehicle speed sensor MTR.

On Board Diagnosis Logic
Diagnostic trouble code VHCL SPEED SEN MTR with CONSULT-II or 2nd judgment flicker without CONSULT-II is detected when TCM does not receive the proper voltage signal from the sensor.

Possible Cause
Check the following items.
^ Harness or connectors (The sensor circuit is open or shorted.)
^ Vehicle speed sensor

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Confirmation Procedure

CAUTION:
^ Always drive vehicle at a safe speed.
^ If conducting this "DTC Confirmation Procedure" again, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds before continuing.

After the repair, perform the following procedure to confirm the malfunction is eliminated.

WITH CONSULT-II





1. Turn ignition switch ON and select "DATA MONITOR" mode for "A/T" with CONSULT-II.





2. Start engine and accelerate vehicle from 0 to 25 km/h (0 to 16 MPH).

WITHOUT CONSULT-II
1. Start engine.
2. Drive vehicle under the following conditions:
Selector lever in D and vehicle speed higher than 25 km/h (16 MPH).





3. Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to "TCM SELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (NO TOOLS)".

AT-VSSMTR-01:








Wiring Diagram-AT-VSSMTR

Diagnostic Procedure
1. CHECK INPUT SIGNAL
With CONSULT-II





1. Start engine.
2. Select "TCM INPUT SIGNALS" in "DATA MONITOR" mode for "A/T" with CONSULT-II.
3. Read out the value of "VHCL/S SE MTR" while driving. Check the value changes according to driving speed.

Without CONSULT-II





1. Start engine.
2. Check voltage between TCM harness connector F57 terminal 40(V/R) and ground while driving at 2 to 3 km/h (1 to 2 MPH) for 1 m (3 ft) or more.
Voltage: Voltage varies between less than 1V and more than 4.5V.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> GO TO 2.

2. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
Check the following items:
^ Unified meter.Refer to Instrument cluster
^ A/C amp. Refer to Heating and Air Conditioning
^ Harness for short or open between TCM and unified meter and A/C amp.
^ ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit). Refer to Brakes and Traction control
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.

3. CHECK DTC
Perform "Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Confirmation Procedure".
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 4.

4. CHECK TCM INSPECTION
1. Perform TCM input/output signal inspection. Refer to "TCM Terminals and Reference Value".
2. If NG, recheck TCM pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
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