1994 Honda Accord speedometer problems

164,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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CELTICTIMJIM
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The speedometer will intermittently not work. I have replaced the VSS with no change in behavior. Any other suggestions?
Nov 14, 2009 at 3:35 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi celtictimjim,

Was the replaced part new?
Is it an OEM part?
Is the Check Engine light indicating when the speedometer failed?
Did you check the VSS wireharness connector for contaminations?
Nov 15, 2009 at 4:52 AM
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CELTICTIMJIM
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In answer to your questions-

1. It was new, not OEM.
3. No check engine light on.
4. Inside of harness looked clean and wires seemed seated.
Dec 1, 2009 at 10:06 AM
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KHLOW2008
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The new sensor might be faulty as well. If you are able to perform test with a DVOM, I can get the procedures for you to test the VSS pulse.
Dec 2, 2009 at 12:50 AM
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CELTICTIMJIM
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I do have a DVOM, so the procedures would be appreciated.

Thanks for all your help.
Dec 2, 2009 at 1:41 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Here are the procedures, hope is legible.


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/192750_Accord94VSSFig32a_1.jpg


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/192750_Accord94VSSFig32b_1.jpg


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/192750_Accord94VSSFig33_1.jpg

Dec 2, 2009 at 5:11 AM
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