1996 Honda Civic Speedometer working intermittantly

1996 HONDA CIVIC
75,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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RNASH9
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I just noticed my speedometer sometimes does not work when I first start driving but will often start working after a few miles. Is this the speed sensor, cable or the actual speedometer gauge unit? Yes, 14 year old car with 75k miles.
May 21, 2010 at 11:13 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi rnash9,

It most likely is the Vehicle Speed Sensor located on top of the trans axle housing below the thermostat housing.
Apr 7, 2021 at 6:01 AM
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RNASH9
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Thank you, I don't want to have to replace all three items, but a failed speed sensor after 75k miles? I thought they lasted longer but it isn't too expensive to replace it. thankls again for the reply.
Apr 7, 2021 at 6:01 AM
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KHLOW2008
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The VSS is an electronic component and it can fail anytime, not by the mileage but the age.
Apr 7, 2021 at 6:01 AM
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