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Old Feb 1, 2010 | 08:18 AM
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Ok, I have been having some issues with my speedometer jumping pretty bad, my cruise won't stay set and pulses pretty bad, and my abs light comes on. I changed the vss in the differential, and now the problem seems to have gotten worse. Any other ideas? I appreciate the input ya'll.
 
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Old Feb 1, 2010 | 08:25 AM
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Old Feb 1, 2010 | 09:19 AM
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Also check the wiring from the sensor as well as the pins on the plug. Wiring can get chafed and cause these problems. Hope this helps.
 
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Old Feb 1, 2010 | 09:32 AM
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Also check the wiring from the sensor as well as the pins on the plug. Wiring can get chafed and cause these problems. Hope this helps.
Hit them with a hammer also.
 
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Old Feb 1, 2010 | 11:06 AM
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Originally Posted by -ZIXXER-
Ok, I have been having some issues with my speedometer jumping pretty bad, my cruise won't stay set and pulses pretty bad, and my abs light comes on. I changed the vss in the differential, and now the problem seems to have gotten worse. Any other ideas? I appreciate the input ya'll.
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Old Feb 1, 2010 | 11:44 AM
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Is the mounting surface for the VSS clean?(no rust) Have you looked very carefully at the wiring leading to the rear end?.. Was the replacement VSS from Ford?...
 
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Old Feb 5, 2010 | 09:08 AM
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I got it from o'rielly. I think I will get a motorcraft one this time. They are considering it an abs sensor though. Is this the same as a vss on our trucks or???? Thanks for the help!!!
 
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Old Feb 5, 2010 | 09:34 AM
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i thought the RABS could cause an issue with the cruise and speedo jumping??? would explain the ABS light perhaps. i'm not sure though b/c i have never had this problem.

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