Code 24, Vehicle Speed Sensor 4.3L "S" & "T" Series Utility Vehicles With Manual Transmission, 4.3L, 5.0L & 5.7L With 4L60E Transmission & All 2WD With 4L80-E Transmission: Notes
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The VSS buffer is an internal part of the Digital Ratio Adapter Controller (DRAC) and the terms are used interchangeably.
VSS output sensor circuit consists of a magnetic induction type speed sensor, Digital Ratio Adapter Controller (DRAC), and wiring. Gear teeth pressed on outside diameter of output carrier assembly induce an alternating current in sensor when drive wheels are turning. Signal is transmitted to instrument cluster DRAC where it is converted to a square wave signal which is passed on to PCM, cruise control, speedometer, and anti-lock brake system. Code 24 will set if gear selector is not in Park or Neutral, engine speed is at least 3000 RPM and output speed is less than 200 RPM for at least 1.5 seconds. If input speed sensor is not operational at start-up, this can cause VSS to read zero.
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Test numbers refer to test numbers on diagnostic chart.