VSS/ABS sensor question
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VSS/ABS sensor question
My truck started exhibiting the classic symptoms of a failing VSS/ABS sensor this past weekend. Last evening, I pulled it out, cleaned it, and re-installed. Seemed to do the trick, but I only took it for one very short test drive. Time will tell.
My question is: What is the function of the other, similar looking sensor on top the transmission to t-case extension? It is hard to get a look at, but looks very similar. Looks as though the connector is different, but it is still a 2 wire connection. It certainly appears to be another speed sensor.
My question is: What is the function of the other, similar looking sensor on top the transmission to t-case extension? It is hard to get a look at, but looks very similar. Looks as though the connector is different, but it is still a 2 wire connection. It certainly appears to be another speed sensor.
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I don't know about that one, but I would say 99% of the time the sensor that goes bad is the vss in the rear pumpkin. Your front ABS sensors can and do get dirty from brake dust and road crap if your seals go bad (dry rot) but usually replacing the vss will fix the problem.
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Originally Posted by redford
Are you looking at the transmission temp sensor?
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i'd go with a new differential speed sensor.... i had same issue in my f150..replaced it and boom issue went out....i also noticed when i pulled it out it smelled like puke...and lots of grinding left overs...so i did a complete differential fluid change....
lol dont ask me..fluid fell all over! even with a pot on .....
anyhow i'd recommend that bud!
lol dont ask me..fluid fell all over! even with a pot on .....
anyhow i'd recommend that bud!
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