Possible Reasons for a Non-Functioning Speedometer

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LunaMarie
07/29/25 9:25pm
Below are the possible reasons for a non-functioning speedometer: 1. In most cases, the vehicle speed sensor is damaged. 2. The wiring at the transmission connection may be broken. 3. There is a high possibility of grounding issues. 4. The clip connecting the odometer and the transmission is loose. Troubleshooting Methods: There are two scenarios when the speedometer stops working. One is when it remains at 0, which usually indicates a broken or short-circuited display. The other scenario is when it remains at the maximum point, commonly referred to as "pegging the needle," which can be resolved by resetting it. If the speedometer remains at 0 and the mileage number also doesn't change, there is a high probability that the speed sensor is faulty, or there may be an issue with the wiring between the instrument and the sensor.
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