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Can VSS/ABS sensor cause overhead display to bug out?

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I have been having those symptoms of the a bad VSS or rear ABS sensor: flashing overdrive light, ABS light on and off, and just today, it affected the speedometer. But I also had my overhead readout die recently and didn't think of the possiblity that its failure could be related. Does anyone know if this is the case?

Also, does taking the VSS out and cleaning it off ever help for a while or am I just going to need to get a replacement?

Bob
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Also, does taking the VSS out and cleaning it off ever help for a while or am I just going to need to get a replacement?


[/ QUOTE ] The VSS is not much money. Maybe $25.00...Look closely at the mounting surface for rust, & check the wiring from the frame & make sure the connection is clean & tight.Also , be carefull with the plastic clip on the connector. Make SURE you don't break it
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When I took my old one out it had lots of metal filings

[/ QUOTE ] It might be a good idea to change the rear diff fluid. While you are in there you may be able to tell where the filings came from, BTW, if you don't. the VSS problem will return eventually....
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