1992 Ford Tempo Speedometer Bounces Cold Outside Quits Bouncing After Car Runs

1992 FORD TEMPO
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the speedometer bounces when it is cold outside.but it quits bouncing after the car runs a while.it works fine in the summer.what could be the cause ?
Jan 2, 2013 at 11:44 PM
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Inspect and test the vehicle speed sensor and also check speedometer head-
Jan 2, 2013 at 11:56 PM
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FIXITMR
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92 not sure if that has a speedo cable which if so would tend to get sticky in the cold if not lubed properly. could try removing and oiling when weather is nice?
Jan 9, 2013 at 1:12 PM
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Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) (2.3L) On transaxle, facing firewall

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Jan 9, 2013 at 1:34 PM
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