P1501 - Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) Out Of Self-Test Range

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P1501 - VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR (VSS) OUT OF SELF-TEST RANGE

Description: This DTC sets when the VSS input signal is out of self-test range. If the PCM detects a VSS input signal any time during the self-test, this DTC sets and the test aborts.
Possible Causes: Electrical noise on the VSS input signal from radio frequency interference or electro magnetic interference External sources, such as ignition wires, the charging circuit or aftermarket equipment
Diagnostic Aids: Verify the VSS input is 0 km/h (0 mph) when the vehicle transmission is in PARK.
Application	Key On Engine Off	Key On Engine Running	Continuous Memory
F-650/F-750, F-Series Super Duty, Fiesta, Fusion, Motorhome/Stripped Chassis/Step Van	GO to PINPOINT TEST DF: VEHICLE SPEED CIRCUIT (VSC) CHECK .
Manual Transmission	GO to PINPOINT TEST DP: OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED (OSS) SENSOR/VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR (VSS) .
All others	The PCM uses information from the ABS control module and the TCM to calculate vehicle speed. Check these modules for DTCs.