Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2008 Pontiac Solstice L4-2.4LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Vehicle Speed Sensor: Service and Repair
Vehicle Speed Sensor Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair) .
2. Remove the front floor closeout panel. Refer to Floor Panel Tunnel Panel Replacement - Front (Automatic Transmission) (Floor Panel Tunnel Panel Replacement - Front (Automatic Transmission))Floor Panel Tunnel Panel Replacement - Front (Manual Transmission) (Floor Panel Tunnel Panel Replacement - Front (Manual Transmission)) .
3. Disconnect the vehicle speed sensor (VSS) electrical connector (2).
4. Remove the VSS bolt (1).
5. Remove the VSS (2).
6. Remove the O-ring seal (3) from the VSS (2).
Installation Procedure
1. Install the O-ring seal (3) to the VSS (2).
2. Install the VSS (2) to the transmission.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .
3. Install the VSS bolt (1).
Tighten the bolt to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).
4. Connect the VSS electrical connector (2).
5. Install the front floor closeout panel. Refer to Floor Panel Tunnel Panel Replacement - Front (Automatic Transmission) (Floor Panel Tunnel Panel Replacement - Front (Automatic Transmission))Floor Panel Tunnel Panel Replacement - Front (Manual Transmission) (Floor Panel Tunnel Panel Replacement - Front (Manual Transmission)) .
6. Lower the vehicle.
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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