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99 Ford Taurus OHV engine trouble with vehicle speed sensor
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willyg
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Oct 13, 2009, 5:41 AM
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99 Ford Taurus OHV engine trouble with vehicle speed sensor
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Hi all, my mother-in-law's car shows a PO500 Vehicle Speed Sensor malfuntion. While I'm driving the speedometer drops to zero every now and then, then goes back to normal. If I replace this sensor, then would I also have to replace the speedometer cable? The auto parts stores say the sensor comes either with cable or not, and a big difference in price. I would greatly appreciate any suggestions as I am unsure about this. Thank you
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Hammer Time
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Oct 13, 2009, 5:47 AM
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The speed sensor replaces the cable. One is a mechanical system and one is an electronic system. The speed sensor may resolve it but it could also be related wiring or the PCM triggering the code.
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willyg
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I'm not sure I understand what you mean. I thought the sensor and cable were two different components, that's why when I looked it up for pricing, it said the sensor with or without cable. Do you mean to not replace the speedometer cable? Thank you
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No car uses both. The sensor replaces the cable. You do not have a cable.
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willyg
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Oct 13, 2009, 7:00 AM
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Ok, thanks very much for the information. I appreciate it!
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willyg
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Oct 13, 2009, 1:34 PM
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Does anyone know the location of the speed sensor for this car?
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Oct 13, 2009, 3:59 PM
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Down behind the engine on top of the transmission. Look under where the exhaust crosses.
Being way2old is why I need help from younger minds
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willyg
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Oct 14, 2009, 3:57 AM
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Thanks guys, youall always have great information, you don't know how much I appreciate your help. Thanks again
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