This video was very good for me. Had to put a 99STi box into a 95 jdm, was very worried about the speed sensor vs cable. Found this video and it gave enough knowledge and confidence to break the plastic unit apart, I used some heat to release the threaded part from the box, a vacuum, and small picks to clean the thread and all good, installed the cable system right in. Cheers!!

I was able to remove the sensor with the Transmission in place on a 2002 Outback. Access is from underneath the vehicle. The 17 mm does fit too loose and strips the sensor housing. I suspect they manufacture it that way so it can not be installed too tightly thus breaking the sensor. Got it out with a pair of vise grip pliers and the use of a heat gun directed at the sensor base.

@petrol-bay6928

2 жыл бұрын

On a 2002?! Lucky man

@Linguaholic23

Жыл бұрын

I managed twice on both a 1998 fozzy and a 1999 lecy ;) Its very frustrating job, but with care its possible

@IANHIXZ

11 ай бұрын

@@Linguaholic23 did you have to remove anything to access it? was access from underneath?

Thanks for sharing, good info

Cheers mate some good info right here, ill get to it now!

@petrol-bay6928

11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

I broke off the top of the sensor enough to hammer on a socket and then used an impact to get it out. It's virtually impossible to get out with traditional stubby or crows foot wrenches because it just rounds off and slips. I did this above the car on my 2005 STI after removing the TMIC.

@petrol-bay6928

2 жыл бұрын

Without lowering the transmission at all?

@ForPetesAche

2 жыл бұрын

@@petrol-bay6928 I don't have a WRX, but on a 6-speed the VSS is closer to the front on the bell housing.

@AngrySonMetaphist

Жыл бұрын

Speedo went out on my 05 sti, so I think I need to do this, good to know

Saw a comment about a month ago so hopefully this might be seen, I have a 2002 WRX 5MT , the speed sensor appears to be snapped in it and I can’t seem to find any helpful info without removing the trans and splitting the cases. Any suggestions are welcome I appreciate anything said.

@petrol-bay6928

3 жыл бұрын

This video would describe exactly how I got out the broken speed sensor.

I have 2003 forester 2.5L at coil temp Blinking …so this the code show P0500 Vehicle speed sensor malfunction

Nice video

@petrol-bay6928

11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

I have a Sti 6 speed. Why gearbox is still connected have tried a stubby 17mm wrench just slips what tool would you recommend to remove it? Thanks

@petrol-bay6928

3 жыл бұрын

There isn't much room to remove the speed sensor when the transmission is installed. You will probably need to lower your transmission. I had to use vise grips to remove it.

@ForPetesAche

2 жыл бұрын

Break the sensor as far down as you can and hammer on a socket or a seized lug nut tool, then use an impact. If that method doesn't work, try breaking it the way this video suggests. Source: 2005 STI.

I have the same code with my 2006 Legacy 5MT. but doesn't have the sensor on transmission. Would that indicate a wheel speed sensor?

@petrol-bay6928

8 ай бұрын

It could be wheel speed sensor issues or sometimes the ABS module itself, good luck!

I have a 2008 Subaru legacy an my speed sensor done for the car has no power does anyone know where is it located.

@petrol-bay6928

2 жыл бұрын

Manual transmission is in the video, pretty sure automatic transmission the sensor is just on the opposite side

Very late comment but I need help, my 2011 Wrx hatch has a harness coming out of the vss, the other side of that harness was pulled out *im assuming the previous owner dropped the trans without unplugging it* & now I can’t find where the other connection to that harness is located? I’ve searched everywhere and don’t see where it can possibly be plugged in, I’ve even checked the rear 02 wire harness that it connects to and nothing. I’m stumped because where can that harness lead to?

@petrol-bay6928

6 ай бұрын

Hello @GoldEj25, to clarify things - you are saying the connector is still plugged into the the vehicle speed sensor but you don't know where the rest of it is routed?

@Owensti

6 ай бұрын

@petrol-bay6928 Correct! The Connector is still plugged into the vss, and the other side is torn. Right now I have the intercooler off trying to see if I can spot the other end of the harness and nothing. There’s no info online and the Subaru dealer don’t have clear schematics of it. I’ve cut open the harness that’s just above the turbo that goes into the firewall trying to see any cut wires or stripped wires and nothing. Followed the wires down the other 2 sensors on the other side of the trans and nothing. This one has me stumped.

@petrol-bay6928

6 ай бұрын

@@Owensti Does this video help you? kzread.info/dash/bejne/o4imrcFseMmckpc.html Maybe check out the 15 minute mark of the video. Wiring gets tucked in back through the firewall section

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I have 2017 wrx Subaru we replace the clutch and when we put it back together I have code say p0500 can u help me where is vss sensor at? Thanks

@petrol-bay6928

11 ай бұрын

Did you drop the transmission to replace the clutch? Assuming it was all working before, you should double check your wiring and connectors to make sure it's all plugged back in

@kevzallmotor973

11 ай бұрын

@@petrol-bay6928 yes we drop the transmission and we removed both cv axle but abs wire hang in last time I guess I stretched the abs wire

@kevzallmotor973

11 ай бұрын

@@petrol-bay6928 but my speedometer working fine and my rpm but when I stop idle my rpm goes to 0 and die

I have a 93 impreza where the speedo doesn't work. I have no idea how to fix it lol.

@petrol-bay6928

3 жыл бұрын

Check your local auto wrecker for a similar model and try swapping a different instrument cluster in.

@Ghoastly

3 жыл бұрын

@@petrol-bay6928 ok. I also pulled the sensor thats bolted to the transmission, what would it look like for it to be broken? Is the stick that spins supposed to fall out of the cylinder housing as a free moving part?

@petrol-bay6928

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ghoastly The stick in the speed sensor is a free moving part.

Is the 05 legacy sensor in the same place.

@petrol-bay6928

3 жыл бұрын

Manual transmission, yes

@albertalfrido699

3 жыл бұрын

How bout the automatic..my 05 legacy

@petrol-bay6928

2 жыл бұрын

@@albertalfrido699 I think automatic transmission had the speed sensors on the driver side of transmission housing

is it safe to drive if speed sensor broken. and steering light on dashboard

@petrol-bay6928

Жыл бұрын

Probably only a short distance back home or to the repair shop.

@Chonchonilolhi

Жыл бұрын

@@petrol-bay6928 if speed sensor broken, then its fine to drive.. Am i right

@petrol-bay6928

Жыл бұрын

@mohamed Maikal I wouldn't say it's SAFE to drive. I'm going to assume your speedometer and other functions like ABS don't work.

@Chonchonilolhi

Жыл бұрын

@@petrol-bay6928 thanks, but my steering wheel some time fine when i off engine… after 10 mins again steering light on dashboard and wheel is little hard…

@petrol-bay6928

Жыл бұрын

@mohamed Maikal I'm not a Subaru tech but I would say your steering issue is separate from speed sensor

How do you get that bottom piece out?

@aarond5504

3 жыл бұрын

The one that looks like it has a flat head insert on

@petrol-bay6928

3 жыл бұрын

@@aarond5504That flat piece of metal will just stay there in the transmission side and won't fall or go down any deeper.

@aarond5504

3 жыл бұрын

Petrol-Bay I see, so I bought a different 5MT and it doesn’t have that flat piece of metal in that hole, so I need to swap that from my old tranny. I assume the case would have to be opened up to get it out right?

@petrol-bay6928

3 жыл бұрын

The flat piece of metal is part of the sensor, not the manual transmission. When you look into the transmission hole you should have the empty slot that the sensor will fit into. If that doesn't help you I can try to find some pictures for you.

@cheeseson1446

3 жыл бұрын

I have the same problem as Aaron, I have a different 5 speed trans, same final drive when I open the plug bolt in the location on the speed sensor is just a dead drop. Looks like the case has to be open in order to swap over that internal peace.

How the fk do i change this on an automatic transmission (forester xt 2003)

@petrol-bay6928

2 жыл бұрын

Did you have any luck? Typically need to lower the transmission

My subaru dont works the velocímeter. This is the problem?

@petrol-bay6928

11 ай бұрын

There could be many reasons. It could be speed sensor, speedometer itself, wiring issue etc. You can probably buy a speed sensor for pretty cheap to replace and try it out.

@alvaroblacidoramirez8314

11 ай бұрын

@@petrol-bay6928 ok my friend, where is ubicate the sensor please, my motor is ej25. Thanks

@petrol-bay6928

11 ай бұрын

@alvaroblacidoramirez8314 Vehicle speed sensor is on the transmission housing. Passenger side of you have a manual transmission

@alvaroblacidoramirez8314

11 ай бұрын

@@petrol-bay6928 thanks my friend, my car is automátic. The error is ( error speed).

Is this an automatic trans?

@petrol-bay6928

3 жыл бұрын

This is on a manual transmission

@coltonweber1979

3 жыл бұрын

@@petrol-bay6928 where would it be on a 05 legacy gt automatic trans?

@petrol-bay6928

3 жыл бұрын

@@coltonweber1979 it would be on the left side of the transmission middle portion

@coltonweber1979

3 жыл бұрын

@@petrol-bay6928 left side as in driver or passenger

@petrol-bay6928

3 жыл бұрын

@@coltonweber1979 driver side (left hand drive to be exact lol)

Can I drive my car without it ..I will.use google speedometer

@petrol-bay6928

4 ай бұрын

Manual transmission? Should be okay