P0608moderate severityPowertrain
Control Module VSS Output "A" Malfunction
on 2007 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG 6.0L V12 BiTurbo M275 · RWD
What this code means
The PCM detected a fault in the vehicle speed sensor output signal it sends to other modules. This can affect systems that rely on speed data like the speedometer or transmission.
Symptoms
- Erratic or dead speedometer
- Transmission shifting problems
- Cruise control inoperative
Common causes
- Faulty PCM
- VSS output circuit wiring fault
- Corroded module connectors
- Internal PCM software fault
Diagnostic steps
- Scan for related speed sensor codes
- Check VSS output circuit continuity
- Inspect PCM connectors for corrosion
- Test or reflash/replace PCM
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