Powertrain
generic / SAE
P0500
Vehicle Speed Sensor "A" Malfunction
The vehicle speed sensor (VSS) signal is missing or implausible. On automatic transmissions this often disables cruise control and shift adaptation; ABS-equipped cars typically derive speed from wheel speed sensors as a fallback.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number5 / 00
Possible causes
- Speed sensor failed high
- Wiring or connector fault medium
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: medium
- DIY: possible
- Estimated cost: 80–400 €
- Estimated time: 0.5–3 h
- Component: vehicle speed sensor
- Component: vehicle speed sensor wiring
- MIL / check engine light
- emissions-relevant
- drive cycle required
Sources
References
sae:J2012