DTC P0500-00: VSS Circuit Problem (Us): Outline

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DTC P0500:00 (PCM, SKYACTIV-G, US) DETECTION CONDITION AND POSSIBLE CAUSE

System malfunction location	VSS circuit problem
Detection condition	An error in the wheel speed signal from the DSC HU/CM is detected by CAN when the following conditions are met: Neutral sensor does not determine neutral position (MTX) Clutch pedal released (MTX) Shift position: except P or N position (ATX) Absolute load: above 40 % Engine speed: above 2, 000 rpm Brake switch: OFF
Fail-safe	Fixes the vehicle speed for the control at 0 km/h {0 mph}.
Possible cause	DSC HU/CM malfunction Front ABS wheel-speed sensor malfunction PCM malfunction
System wiring diagram	Not applicable
Connector diagram	Not applicable