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Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS)

  1. With instrument cluster removed, use ohmmeter to check continuity across (VSS) terminals. See Fig 1 .
  2. Rotate speedometer shaft slowly and note if reading alternates from continuity to an open circuit 4 times per revolution. Replace speedometer assembly if VSS is defective.
Fig 1: Testing Vehicle Speed Sensor
G90B17989Courtesy of ISUZU MOTOR CO.
NOTE: If a problem develops with vehicle speed sensor, ECM will set Code 24. For additional testing procedures, see appropriate TESTS W/CODES article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE Section.