I cannot find speed sensor

MIKE KEREZMAN

MEMBER
2005 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
2.2L
4 CYL
2WD
MANUAL
179,000 MILES

My uncle just put a new engine identical with old one in and couldn't figure where two connectors go. All gauges work but speedometer and odometer. I cannot seem to locate the speed sensor on the manual transmission.

Tuesday, November 19th, 2019 AT 8:49 PM

1 Reply

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

MECHANIC
109,709 POSTS

Here are the directions for VSS replacement on a manual. It will explain how one is replaced, but more importantly where it is located on the transmission. The attached pics correlate with the directions.

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2005 Chevrolet Cavalier L4-2.2L VIN F
Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) Replacement
Vehicle Powertrain Management Sensors and Switches - Powertrain Management Sensors and Switches - Computers and Control Systems Vehicle Speed Sensor Service and Repair Procedures Getrag 5 Speed Manual Transmission Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) Replacement
VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR (VSS) REPLACEMENT
Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) Replacement
Removal Procedure

pic 1

1. Disconnect the vehicle speed sensor (VSS) electrical connector.

Pic 2

2. Remove the retainer bolt.
3. Remove the retainer.
4. Remove the VSS.
5. Remove the O-ring.

Installation Procedure
1. Lubricate a new O-ring with DEXRON III transmission fluid.
2. Install the new O-ring.

Pic 3

3. Install the VSS retainer. Install the vehicle speed sensor (VSS) assembly.

4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Install the VSS retainer bolt.
Tighten the bolt to 9 Nm (80 inch lbs.).

Pic 4

5. Connect the VSS connector to the VSS.
6. Lower the vehicle.

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Let me know if this helps.

Take care,
Joe

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