Vehicle Speedometer Sensor Inspection (Without Abs)

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Vehicle Speedometer Sensor Inspection (Without Abs)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the vehicle speedometer sensor.
  2. Measure voltage (AC range) between terminals of the vehicle speedometer sensor while the gear is turning.
    Fig 1: Measuring Voltage (AC Range) Between Terminals Of Vehicle Speedometer Sensor
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    METER ACTION

    Meter needle Action
    Moves slightly under 5 V (AC range) Repair wiring harness between instrument cluster and vehicle speedometer sensor.
    Does not move Replace vehicle speedometer sensor.
  3. Install the vehicle speedometer sensor.
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