Circuit Description
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Vehicle speed information is provided to the powertrain control module (PCM) by the vehicle speed sensor (VSS). The VSS is a permanent magnet generator that is mounted on the transaxle and produces a pulsing voltage when vehicle speed is over 5 km/h (3 mph). The AC voltage amplitude and frequency increases with vehicle speed. The PCM converts the pulsing voltage into km/h (mph). The PCM supplies the necessary signal to the instrument panel for speedometer, odometer operation and to the cruise control and multi-function alarm module. DTC P0502 is a type B DTC.
Conditions for Running the DTC
- The engine speed is 1,900-3,800 RPM.
- The throttle position is less than 1 percent.
- The engine vacuum is 70-80 kPa (10-12 psi).