changed vss but speedo and odometer still drop out
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changed vss but speedo and odometer still drop out
I bought a 98 civic ex and found that occasionally the speedometer would drop to zero so I researched and changed the VSS - no problem. Except it still happens. Also I noticed that when it does, the Odometer and trip meter also stop working. This concerns me because now I really don't know how many miles are on this car
! What should I check next?
! What should I check next?
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Check the contacts in the VSS plug for corrosion.
Check fuse #15 under the dash*. If the CEL never comes on with any code (especially VSS), it is probably the speeometer head, but first pull the cluster and tighten the 3 screws that hold the speedomter to the printed wiring board. The screws make electrical contact.
Your car is a candidate for the Fuse 15 Problem:
1996 to 2000 model
Varying voltage from alternator (headlights flicker or pulsate)
Speedometer doesn't work
CEL codes for both oxygen sensors, VSS, and purge valve
Check fuse #15 under the dash*. If the CEL never comes on with any code (especially VSS), it is probably the speeometer head, but first pull the cluster and tighten the 3 screws that hold the speedomter to the printed wiring board. The screws make electrical contact.
Your car is a candidate for the Fuse 15 Problem:
1996 to 2000 model
Varying voltage from alternator (headlights flicker or pulsate)
Speedometer doesn't work
CEL codes for both oxygen sensors, VSS, and purge valve
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