Vehicle Speed Sensor: Testing and Inspection

2000 Mitsubishi Galant LS V6-3.0L SOHCSECTION Testing and Inspection



VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR CHECK
1. Remove the vehicle speed sensor and connect a 3 - 10 K ohms resistor as shown in the illustration.
2. Turn the shaft of the vehicle speed sensor and check that there is voltage between terminals 2 - 3. (1 turn - 4 pulses)
3. If within the standard value the vehicle speed sensor is OK
If not within the standard value, replace the vehicle speed sensor.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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