Sensor Rotor Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the VSS. (See VEHICLE SPEEDOMETER SENSOR (VSS) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (WITHOUT ABS) .)
- Shift the selector lever to N position.
- Inspect sensor rotor surface via VSS installation hole while rotating the front tire manually.
- Is sensor rotor free of damage and cracks?
- Is sensor rotor free of any metallic shavings or particles?
- If sensor rotor is okay, replace the VSS.
- If there is a problem, clean or replace the sensor rotor.