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Vehicle Speed Sensor: Description and Operation

Vehicle Speed Sonsor Circuit

PURPOSE

The sensor is used by the ECU to determine vehicle speed.

LOCATION

The vehicle speed sensor is mounted inside the speedometer assembly.

CONSTRUCTION

The sensor consists of a reed switch that is closed by a rotating magnet in the speedometer.

OPERATION

As the switch rotates, continuity between terminals A and B is interrupted 4 times per revolution.  This reference signal is sent to the ECU for
determining vehicle speed.

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