Crown Victoria V8-4.6L SOHC VIN 6 (1996)
Vehicle Speed Sensor: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Raise vehicle on a hoist. Remove bolt retaining Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) mounting clip to transmission.
2. Remove Vehicle Speed Sensor and driven gear from transmission.
3. Disconnect electrical connector from Vehicle Speed Sensor.
4. Remove driven gear retainer and driven gear from sensor.
INSTALLATION
1. Position gear to Vehicle Speed Sensor. Install gear retainer.
2. Connect electrical connector.
3. Make sure that internal O-ring is properly seated in sensor housing.
4. Insert Vehicle Speed Sensor assembly into transmission housing. Install retaining bolt and tighten to 7-10 Nm (5-7 ft lb).
5. Lower vehicle.
