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2005-2011 AUDI A6

4.2L V8AWDAUTOMATICgas
25 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P0502moderate severityPowertrain

Vehicle Speed Sensor A Low Input

on 2005-2011 Audi A6 4.2L V8 · AWD

What this code means

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

  1. Test signal output
  2. Check wiring
  3. Test sensor

Repair notes

Replace VSS or repair wiring.

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