MPV (Without ABS)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Protege5, 2003 Mazda Protege, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata, 2003 Mazda MPV, and 2003 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: VSS is mounted internally in transaxle. Information for replacement of sensor is not available from manufacturer.

Disconnect transaxle connector No. 2 (8-pin). See Fig 1 and Fig 2 . Measure resistance between terminals "A" and "B" on transaxle side of connector No. 2. See VSS SPECIFICATIONS (MIATA A/T & MPV WITHOUT ABS) table. If resistance is not within specification, replace VSS.

Fig 1: Identifying Transaxle 8-Pin Harness Connector & Terminals (MPV)

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Fig 2: Locating Transaxle Connectors No. 1 & 2

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.