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P0500

Vehicle Speed Sensor A

2019-2021 Tesla Model S Performance Dual Motor AWD

Moderate SeverityPowertrainGeneric (SAE)

Description

Malfunction in the vehicle speed sensor (VSS) circuit.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Speedometer not working
  • Erratic shifting
  • Cruise control inoperative
  • ABS light on

Common Causes

  • Faulty VSS
  • Wiring damage
  • Tone ring damage
  • PCM issue
  • Instrument cluster issue

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Test VSS output signal
  2. Inspect wiring
  3. Check tone ring
  4. Monitor speed signal with scan tool

Repair Notes

Replace VSS. Check transmission output shaft sensor on automatic trans vehicles.

Related Codes

P0501Vehicle Speed Sensor A Range/PerformanceP0502Vehicle Speed Sensor A Low InputP0503Vehicle Speed Sensor A Intermittent/Erratic/High

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Tesla Model 3

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Common Questions

What does code P0500 mean on a 2019-2021 Tesla Model S?

P0500 stands for "Vehicle Speed Sensor A". Malfunction in the vehicle speed sensor (VSS) circuit.

What are the symptoms of P0500 on a Tesla Model S?

Common symptoms of P0500 include: Check Engine Light, Speedometer not working, Erratic shifting, Cruise control inoperative, ABS light on.

What causes P0500 on a 2019-2021 Tesla Model S?

Common causes of P0500 include: Faulty VSS, Wiring damage, Tone ring damage, PCM issue, Instrument cluster issue.

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