Speedometer Not Working?

[zC-ReX]

i was driving today and it pooped out on me. i called my friend and he said check the ecu codes.

i got a 17 and thats the speed sensor.

so how do i fix this problem?
i mean is there other things to check besides the speed sensor. like is there any fuses, relays, cables?

if you reply thanks.
this is the first time i ever had a check engine light on.

[Doughboy]

as for the check engine light I dont know, But I remember my tachometer and speedometer not working because the fuse blew out. Id definately check into it first. But this wouldnt cause your check engine light to come on.

[simplegreen]

my Vehicle speed sensor went up had to replace it.. large sensor right on top the transmission, their pretty cheep

[Doughboy]

there you go, sounds more like he solved your issue.

[NstyGrnHatch]

well erics vss didnt go bad it was a bad terminal from all that great baltimore rust making resistance in the circuit, but check your connection at the vehicle speed sensor (vss) and make sure everything is A OK

[simplegreen]

it wasn't just the terminal dan it was the teeth of the vss that sat inside the tranny remember it came apart.

[Vtec_Power]

Mine VSS went out on my sedan. It was 160.00 to get a brand new unit installed at the dealership. I'm sure you could very easily do it yourself also.

[zC-ReX]

thanks!

had an extra cx manual trans lying around. the teeth was off so i just switched the sensor and it worked.

never new witch one was the sensor. you guys where alot of help. hope to make some friends here. you guys have lots of good ideas and experience

peace

[simplegreen]

enjoy your stay

[Loxley]

Always try your fuses first if something isn't working properly. As for the speedo....have you checked your cable to and from the speedo? Inspect the speedo side's connection then check the opposite connection. Also look for any fraying or possible chaffing of the cable itself. 9 times out of 10 it's always something stupid and easy.