P0502
Vehicle Speed Sensor A Low Input
1995-2005 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2L I4
Moderate SeverityPowertrainGeneric (SAE)
Description
Low or no signal from VSS.
Symptoms
- Speedometer reads zero
- No shifting
- Cruise control dead
Common Causes
- Faulty VSS
- Open circuit
- Disconnected sensor
Diagnostic Steps
- Test signal output
- Check wiring
- Test sensor
Repair Notes
Replace VSS or repair wiring.
Related Codes
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- P0001Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
- P0002Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
- P0003Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
- P0004Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
- P0010Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0011Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0012Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
- P0013Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0014Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0015Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
P0502 on Other Vehicles
Pontiac Aztek
2001-2005 3.4L V6
Pontiac Bonneville
1990-1999 3.8L V6
Pontiac Bonneville
2000-2005 3.8L V6
Pontiac Bonneville GXP
2000-2005 4.6L V8
Pontiac Bonneville GXP
2000-2005 4.6L V8 Northstar
Pontiac Bonneville SSEi
1992-1999 3.8L Supercharged V6
Pontiac Bonneville SSEi
1992-1999 3.8L V6 Supercharged
Pontiac Firebird
1993-1997 3.4L V6
Common Questions
What does code P0502 mean on a 1995-2005 Pontiac Sunfire?
P0502 stands for "Vehicle Speed Sensor A Low Input". Low or no signal from VSS.
What are the symptoms of P0502 on a Pontiac Sunfire?
Common symptoms of P0502 include: Speedometer reads zero, No shifting, Cruise control dead.
What causes P0502 on a 1995-2005 Pontiac Sunfire?
Common causes of P0502 include: Faulty VSS, Open circuit, Disconnected sensor.