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OBD-II TROUBLE CODE GUIDE

P0500: Vehicle Speed Sensor Malfunction

A valid vehicle-speed signal is not reaching the engine or transmission computer.

What P0500 means

A valid vehicle-speed signal is not reaching the engine or transmission computer.

Common possible causes

  • Wheel or transmission speed sensor
  • Damaged wiring or tone ring
  • Wheel-bearing, network, or module fault

What to check first

Record all stored and pending codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything. Inspect relevant wiring, connectors, hoses, fluid levels, and obvious damage. Use vehicle-specific service information and test the affected system before purchasing parts.

A code is not a parts order. Several faults can create the same code, and replacing the component named in a code description may not correct the underlying problem.
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