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Walker Products 240-91005 Vehicle Speed SensorWalker Products 240-91005 Vehicle Speed Sensor
Walker ProductsPart # 240-91005
Walker Products 240-91005 Vehicle Speed Sensor
4.415 Reviews
$32.99
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Fits 1996-1996 Buick Commercial Chassis, 1996-1996 Buick Roadmaster, 2004-2007 Buick Rainier, 1996-1996 Cadillac Commercial Chassis, 1996-1996 Cadillac Fleetwood, 2002-2005 Cadillac Escalade, 2006-2006 Cadillac Escalade, 1996-1996 Chevrolet C2500, 1996-1996 Chevrolet C2500 Suburban, 1996-1996 Chevrolet Caprice, 1996-1996 Chevrolet Impala, 1996-1996 Chevrolet Tahoe, 1996-1997 Chevrolet S10, 1996-1998 Chevrolet C1500, 1996-1998 Chevrolet C1500, 1996-1999 Chevrolet C1500, 1996-1999 Chevrolet C1500, 1996-1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban, 1996-2001 Chevrolet Blazer, 1996-2002 Chevrolet Camaro, 1996-2002 Chevrolet Express 2500, 1996-2005 Chevrolet Astro, 1996-2008 Chevrolet Express 1500, 1997-1997 Chevrolet Tahoe, 1997-1999 Chevrolet C2500, 1998-1998 Chevrolet K1500, 1998-1998 Chevrolet Tahoe, 1998-1999 Chevrolet S10, 1999-1999 Chevrolet C2500, 1999-1999 Chevrolet C2500, 1999-1999 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 1999-1999 Chevrolet Tahoe, 1999-2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2000-2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 2000-2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 2000-2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, 2000-2000 Chevrolet Suburban 2500, 2000-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2000-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2000-2003 Chevrolet S10, 2001-2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2001-2001 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2001-2002 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, 2002-2002 Chevrolet Blazer, 2002-2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2002-2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500, 2002-2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, 2002-2008 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2002-2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer, 2003-2005 Chevrolet Blazer, 2003-2005 Chevrolet Express 2500, 2003-2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, 2003-2006 Chevrolet SSR, 2004-2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2004-2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2004-2012 Chevrolet Colorado, 2005-2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2006-2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500, 2006-2006 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, 2006-2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2007-2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic, 2007-2008 Chevrolet Avalanche, 2007-2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2007-2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, 2008-2008 Chevrolet Express 2500, 2009-2009 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2009-2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer, 2009-2011 Chevrolet Express 1500, 2010-2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2012-2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2012-2014 Chevrolet Express 1500, 1996-1996 GMC C2500, 1996-1996 GMC C2500 Suburban, 1996-1999 GMC C1500, 1996-1999 GMC C1500 Suburban, 1996-1999 GMC Yukon, 1996-2001 GMC Jimmy, 1996-2001 GMC Savana 2500, 1996-2002 GMC Savana 1500, 1996-2003 GMC Sonoma, 1996-2005 GMC Safari, 1997-1999 GMC C2500, 1998-1998 GMC K1500, 1999-1999 GMC C2500, 1999-1999 GMC C2500, 1999-1999 GMC Sierra 2500, 1999-2000 GMC Sierra 1500, 2000-2000 GMC Sierra 2500, 2000-2000 GMC Yukon, 2000-2000 GMC Yukon, 2000-2000 GMC Yukon XL 1500, 2000-2000 GMC Yukon XL 2500, 2001-2001 GMC Yukon, 2001-2008 GMC Yukon, 2001-2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500, 2001-2009 GMC Sierra 1500, 2002-2006 GMC Envoy XL, 2002-2009 GMC Envoy, 2003-2005 GMC Savana 2500, 2003-2006 GMC Savana 1500, 2004-2005 GMC Envoy XUV, 2004-2012 GMC Canyon, 2006-2006 GMC Savana 2500, 2006-2006 GMC Savana 2500, 2006-2006 GMC Savana 2500, 2007-2007 GMC Savana 1500, 2007-2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic, 2007-2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500, 2007-2009 GMC Sierra 1500, 2008-2009 GMC Savana 2500, 2008-2011 GMC Savana 1500, 2009-2009 GMC Sierra 1500, 2010-2013 GMC Sierra 1500, 2012-2013 GMC Sierra 1500, 2012-2014 GMC Savana 1500, 1996-2000 Isuzu Hombre, 2003-2003 Isuzu Ascender, 2003-2003 Isuzu Ascender, 2004-2008 Isuzu Ascender, 2006-2006 Isuzu i-280, 2007-2008 Isuzu i-290, 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada, 1996-2002 Pontiac Firebird, 2004-2006 Pontiac GTO
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240-91005, VSS40, SU1089DG, 10456194, 10456520, 24225896, 163-428, 31061, 
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Walker Products 240-1000 Vehicle Speed Sensor
Walker ProductsPart # 240-1000
Walker Products 240-1000 Vehicle Speed Sensor
4.415 Reviews
$27.99
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Fits 1993-1993 Buick Regal, 1994-1994 Buick Century, 1994-1994 Buick Century, 1994-1998 Buick Skylark, 1995-1996 Buick Century, 1995-1998 Buick LeSabre, 1995-1998 Buick Park Avenue, 1995-1998 Buick Regal, 1995-1998 Buick Riviera, 1997-1998 Buick Century, 1991-1991 Cadillac Allante, 1991-1992 Cadillac Eldorado, 1991-1992 Cadillac Fleetwood, 1991-1992 Cadillac Seville, 1991-1993 Cadillac DeVille, 1993-1993 Cadillac Eldorado, 1994-1995 Cadillac DeVille, 1992-1994 Chevrolet Lumina APV, 1993-1993 Chevrolet Lumina, 1993-1993 Chevrolet Lumina, 1994-1994 Chevrolet Beretta, 1994-1994 Chevrolet Corsica, 1994-1998 Chevrolet Lumina, 1995-1995 Chevrolet Lumina APV, 1995-1996 Chevrolet Beretta, 1995-1996 Chevrolet Corsica, 1995-1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 1996-1996 Chevrolet Lumina APV, 1997-1998 Chevrolet Venture, 1999-1999 Chevrolet Lumina, 1999-1999 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 1989-1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 1990-1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 1993-1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 1994-1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, 1994-1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser, 1994-1997 Oldsmobile Achieva, 1995-1996 Oldsmobile 98, 1995-1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, 1995-1998 Oldsmobile 88, 1995-1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 1996-1998 Oldsmobile LSS, 1997-1998 Oldsmobile Regency, 1997-1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 1998-1998 Oldsmobile Achieva, 1998-1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1992-1994 Pontiac Trans Sport, 1994-1999 Pontiac Grand Prix, 1995-1995 Pontiac Trans Sport, 1995-1998 Pontiac Bonneville, 1995-1998 Pontiac Grand Am, 1996-1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
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240-1000, 163-411, VSS25, 31006, SU1007, VB0026, SC19, S8046, 
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Walker Products 240-1003 Vehicle Speed Sensor
Walker ProductsPart # 240-1003
Walker Products 240-1003 Vehicle Speed Sensor
4.415 Reviews
$31.99
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Fits 1995-1995 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, 1995-1995 Ford Mustang, 1995-1995 Ford Mustang, 1995-1995 Ford Taurus, 1995-1995 Ford Taurus, 1995-1996 Ford Aerostar, 1995-1997 Ford F-53 Motorhome Chassis, 1995-1997 Ford Ranger, 1995-1997 Ford Thunderbird, 1995-1998 Ford E-350 Econoline, 1995-1998 Ford Windstar, 1995-1999 Ford Ranger, 1995-2001 Ford Explorer, 1995-2002 Ford E-150 Econoline, 1995-2002 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, 1995-2002 Ford E-250 Econoline, 1995-2006 Ford Crown Victoria, 1996-1996 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, 1996-1996 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, 1996-1996 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, 1996-1998 Ford Taurus, 1996-1999 Ford Econoline Super Duty, 1996-1999 Ford Mustang, 1997-1997 Ford Aerostar, 1997-2002 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, 1998-1999 Ford Ranger, 1999-1999 Ford Taurus, 1999-2002 Ford E-450 Econoline Super Duty, 1999-2004 Ford E-350 Super Duty, 2002-2002 Ford E-550 Econoline Super Duty, 2003-2003 Ford E-350 Club Wagon, 2003-2003 Ford E-550 Super Duty, 2003-2004 Ford E-150, 2003-2004 Ford E-150 Club Wagon, 2003-2004 Ford E-250, 2003-2004 Ford E-450 Super Duty, 2004-2004 Ford E-350 Club Wagon, 2004-2004 Ford E-350 Club Wagon, 1995-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII, 1995-1998 Lincoln Town Car, 1995-1996 Mazda B3000, 1995-1997 Mazda B2300, 1995-1997 Mazda B4000, 1995-1995 Mercury Sable, 1995-1997 Mercury Cougar, 1995-2006 Mercury Grand Marquis, 1996-1999 Mercury Sable, 1997-1997 Mercury Mountaineer, 1998-1998 Mercury Mountaineer, 1999-2001 Mercury Mountaineer, 2003-2004 Mercury Marauder
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240-1003, VSS5, DY588, E45F9E731AA, E45Y9C731A, E45Y9E731A, E6DF9E731DA, E6DZ9E731D, 
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Walker Products 240-1115 Vehicle Speed Sensor
Walker ProductsPart # 240-1115
Walker Products 240-1115 Vehicle Speed Sensor
4.415 Reviews
$24.99
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Fits 2013-2014 Ford Fusion, 2013-2015 Ford Explorer, 2013-2018 Ford Edge, 2013-2019 Ford Escape, 2013-2019 Ford Taurus, 2013-2020 Ford Fusion, 2013-2020 Ford Fusion, 2013-2020 Ford Fusion, 2014-2018 Ford Special Service Police Sedan, 2014-2018 Ford Transit Connect, 2014-2020 Ford Fusion, 2015-2015 Ford Fusion, 2017-2017 Ford Fusion, 2017-2018 Ford Fusion, 2018-2019 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan, 2018-2021 Ford EcoSport, 2018-2021 Ford EcoSport, 2019-2019 Ford Fusion, 2019-2022 Ford Transit Connect, 2022-2022 Ford EcoSport, 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ, 2013-2016 Lincoln MKT, 2013-2016 Lincoln MKZ, 2013-2016 Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2018 Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX, 2017-2018 Lincoln MKZ, 2017-2019 Lincoln MKZ, 2017-2020 Lincoln MKZ, 2017-2020 Lincoln MKZ, 2019-2019 Lincoln MKZ, 2019-2019 Lincoln MKZ, 2019-2020 Lincoln MKZ
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240-1115
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Walker Products 240-1054 Vehicle Speed Sensor
Walker ProductsPart # 240-1054
Walker Products 240-1054 Vehicle Speed Sensor
4.415 Reviews
$81.99
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Fits 1995-1997 Lexus SC300, 1995-2001 Lexus ES300, 1999-2003 Lexus RX300, 2002-2003 Lexus ES300, 2004-2004 Lexus ES330, 2004-2004 Lexus RX330, 2005-2005 Lexus RX330, 2005-2006 Lexus ES330, 2006-2006 Lexus RX330, 2007-2009 Lexus RX350, 2005-2010 Scion tC, 2008-2008 Scion xD, 2008-2013 Scion xB, 2014-2015 Scion xB, 1995-1996 Toyota Camry, 1995-1998 Toyota Supra, 1995-1998 Toyota T100, 1995-1999 Toyota Tacoma, 1995-2004 Toyota Avalon, 1996-1996 Toyota 4Runner, 1997-1997 Toyota 4Runner, 1997-1997 Toyota 4Runner, 1997-1997 Toyota 4Runner, 1997-2001 Toyota Camry, 1998-1998 Toyota 4Runner, 1999-2000 Toyota 4Runner, 1999-2000 Toyota 4Runner, 1999-2001 Toyota Solara, 1999-2002 Toyota 4Runner, 2000-2000 Toyota Tacoma, 2000-2000 Toyota Tacoma, 2000-2000 Toyota Tacoma, 2000-2004 Toyota Tundra, 2000-2005 Toyota Celica, 2001-2001 Toyota Tacoma, 2001-2003 Toyota Highlander, 2001-2004 Toyota Sequoia, 2001-2004 Toyota Sienna, 2001-2005 Toyota RAV4, 2002-2003 Toyota Solara, 2002-2003 Toyota Tacoma, 2002-2003 Toyota Tacoma, 2002-2004 Toyota Camry, 2003-2003 Toyota Matrix, 2003-2004 Toyota 4Runner, 2004-2004 Toyota Camry, 2004-2004 Toyota Solara, 2004-2004 Toyota Tacoma, 2004-2006 Toyota Highlander, 2004-2006 Toyota Highlander, 2004-2006 Toyota Highlander, 2005-2005 Toyota Avalon, 2005-2005 Toyota Sienna, 2005-2005 Toyota Solara, 2005-2005 Toyota Solara, 2005-2006 Toyota Camry, 2006-2007 Toyota Avalon, 2006-2007 Toyota Solara, 2006-2008 Toyota RAV4, 2006-2010 Toyota Sienna, 2007-2007 Toyota Highlander, 2007-2009 Toyota Camry, 2008-2008 Toyota Solara, 2008-2008 Toyota Solara, 2008-2013 Toyota Highlander, 2009-2009 Toyota Highlander, 2009-2009 Toyota RAV4, 2009-2009 Toyota RAV4, 2009-2010 Toyota Corolla, 2009-2013 Toyota Matrix, 2010-2012 Toyota RAV4
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240-1054, VSS63, 917-603, AU0117, 8941133010, 8941308020, 8941324010, 8941333020, 
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Walker Products 240-1001 Vehicle Speed Sensor
Walker ProductsPart # 240-1001
Walker Products 240-1001 Vehicle Speed Sensor
4.415 Reviews
$61.99
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3-year warranty
90 days free return
Fits 1995-1995 Buick Skylark, 1995-1996 Buick Century, 1995-1995 Chevrolet Cavalier, 1995-1995 Chevrolet Cavalier, 1995-1995 Chevrolet Lumina APV, 1995-1996 Chevrolet Beretta, 1995-1996 Chevrolet Corsica, 1996-1999 Chevrolet Cavalier, 2000-2001 Chevrolet Cavalier, 1995-1995 Oldsmobile Achieva, 1995-1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, 1995-1995 Pontiac Grand Am, 1995-1995 Pontiac Trans Sport, 1995-1999 Pontiac Sunfire, 2000-2001 Pontiac Sunfire
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240-1001, 163-429, VSS27, 31013, SU1002, VB0021, SC10, S8304, 
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Walker Products 240-1014 Vehicle Speed Sensor
Walker ProductsPart # 240-1014
Walker Products 240-1014 Vehicle Speed Sensor
4.415 Reviews
$73.99
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Fits 1995-1995 Ford Contour, 1996-1998 Ford Contour, 1999-1999 Ford Contour, 1999-1999 Ford Contour, 1999-1999 Ford Contour, 2000-2000 Ford Contour, 2000-2000 Ford Contour, 2000-2000 Ford Contour, 1995-1995 Mercury Mystique, 1996-1998 Mercury Mystique, 1999-2000 Mercury Mystique, 1999-2000 Mercury Mystique, 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar
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240-1014, 163-235, 163-249, 31111, DY936, DY938, F5RZ9E731AA, F5RZ9E731AB, 
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Walker Products 240-1141 Vehicle Speed Sensor
Walker ProductsPart # 240-1141
Walker Products 240-1141 Vehicle Speed Sensor
4.415 Reviews
$104.99
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Fits 2004-2004 Lexus ES330, 2004-2004 Lexus RX330, 2005-2005 Lexus RX330, 2005-2006 Lexus ES330, 2006-2006 Lexus RX330, 2007-2009 Lexus RX350, 2004-2004 Toyota Sienna, 2004-2004 Toyota Solara, 2004-2006 Toyota Highlander, 2005-2005 Toyota Avalon, 2005-2005 Toyota Sienna, 2005-2005 Toyota Solara, 2006-2007 Toyota Avalon, 2006-2008 Toyota Solara, 2006-2010 Toyota Sienna, 2006-2012 Toyota RAV4, 2007-2007 Toyota Highlander, 2008-2013 Toyota Highlander, 2009-2009 Toyota Highlander
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240-1141, 8941348010, SU11046, AU0210, VSS1037, SC503, SN8205, 5S9584, 
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Walker Products 240-1041 Vehicle Speed Sensor
Walker ProductsPart # 240-1041
Walker Products 240-1041 Vehicle Speed Sensor
4.415 Reviews
$37.99
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Fits 1995-1999 Saturn SW1, 1995-2001 Saturn SW2, 1995-2002 Saturn SC1, 1995-2002 Saturn SC2, 1995-2002 Saturn SL, 1995-2002 Saturn SL1, 1995-2002 Saturn SL2
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240-1041, 163-433, VSS41, SU1130, AU0120, SC124, S8208, 21020719, 
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Walker Products 240-1004 Vehicle Speed Sensor
Walker ProductsPart # 240-1004
Walker Products 240-1004 Vehicle Speed Sensor
4.415 Reviews
$47.99
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Fits 1995-1995 Ford Escort, 1995-1996 Ford Escort, 1995-1996 Ford Escort, 1996-1996 Ford Escort, 1995-1996 Mercury Tracer
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240-1004, VSS30, DY929, F0C617271AB, F1CZ9E731A, F1CZ9E731AA, VB0055, SS11860, 
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Walker Products 240-1177 Vehicle Speed Sensor
Walker ProductsPart # 240-1177
Walker Products 240-1177 Vehicle Speed Sensor
4.415 Reviews
$154.99
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Fits 1996-2000 Toyota 4Runner, 2000-2004 Toyota Tundra, 2001-2007 Toyota Sequoia
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240-1177
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Walker Products 240-91041 Vehicle Speed Sensor
Walker ProductsPart # 240-91041
Walker Products 240-91041 Vehicle Speed Sensor
4.415 Reviews
$44.99
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Fits 1995-1999 Saturn SW1, 1995-2001 Saturn SW2, 1995-2002 Saturn SC1, 1995-2002 Saturn SC2, 1995-2002 Saturn SL, 1995-2002 Saturn SL1, 1995-2002 Saturn SL2
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240-91041, 163-433, SU1130DG, SU1130, SC124, S8208, 21020719, 5S4825
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Walker Products 240-91068 Vehicle Speed Sensor
Walker ProductsPart # 240-91068
Walker Products 240-91068 Vehicle Speed Sensor
4.415 Reviews
$42.99
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Fits 1997-1997 Ford Aerostar, 1997-1997 Ford Ranger, 1997-2001 Ford Explorer, 1998-1998 Ford Ranger, 1998-1998 Ford Ranger, 1999-2005 Ford Ranger, 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport, 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, 2003-2003 Ford Explorer, 2006-2008 Ford Ranger, 2006-2008 Ford Ranger, 2009-2011 Ford Ranger, 1998-2001 Mercury Mountaineer
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240-91068, SU11056DG, VSS119, F74Z7H103BA, F7RZ7H103BA, DY-1206, SU11056, AU0214, 
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Walker Products 240-1077 Vehicle Speed Sensor
Walker ProductsPart # 240-1077
Walker Products 240-1077 Vehicle Speed Sensor
4.415 Reviews
$31.99
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Fits 1995-1997 Ford Probe, 1995-1998 Ford Contour, 1999-1999 Ford Contour, 1999-1999 Ford Contour, 1999-1999 Ford Contour, 2000-2000 Ford Contour, 2000-2000 Ford Contour, 2000-2000 Ford Contour, 1995-1998 Mercury Mystique, 1999-2000 Mercury Mystique, 1999-2000 Mercury Mystique, 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar
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240-1077, 96089, 2VSS0213, 31122, 4040494, 4047431, 4383679, 4429622, 
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What is a speed sensor and what does it do?

Imagine driving down a winding road, the wind in your hair and your favorite song playing. But how do you know you're cruising at just the right speed? Enter the speed sensor—a small yet mighty component that plays a pivotal role in your driving experience. This clever device measures how fast your vehicle is traveling and sends that information to the engine control unit (ECU) and various other systems. Without it, your speedometer would be little more than a decorative dial.

But the speed sensor does much more than just keep tabs on your speed. It’s like the conductor of an orchestra, ensuring that different parts of your vehicle work in harmony. For instance, in automatic transmissions, speed sensors provide critical data to the transmission control module (TCM). This allows for seamless gear shifts, making your ride smoother and more efficient. And when it comes to safety features like anti-lock braking systems (ABS), the speed sensor is a hero in disguise. It constantly monitors wheel speed, preventing lock-ups during sudden stops and helping you maintain control in slippery conditions.

Types of speed sensors

1. Wheel speed sensors
Located at each wheel, these sensors monitor wheel rotation and are vital for ABS and traction control systems.

2. Transmission speed sensors
Found in the transmission, they measure the speed of input and output shafts, aiding in optimal gear shifting.

3. Vehicle speed sensors (VSS)
Often mounted on the transmission, they provide overall vehicle speed data to the speedometer and ECU.

4. GPS speed sensors
Use satellite signals to determine speed, commonly found in navigation systems.

Symptoms of a bad speed sensor

The signs of a bad speed sensor are crucial indicators that can significantly affect vehicle safety and performance. These signs highlight the importance of proactive vehicle maintenance and the need for drivers to be attentive to their car's behavior. Here are the key issues you might encounter:

  • Erratic speedometer: An inaccurate speedometer can lead to unsafe driving practices, as you May not be aware of your actual speed, increasing the risk of accidents.
  • Transmission issues: Rough or delayed shifting can indicate deeper transmission problems, which, if left unaddressed, can lead to costly repairs.
  • Check engine light: The activation of this light is a crucial alert from the vehicle’s diagnostic system. Ignoring it can result in more severe engine or system failures.
  • ABS problems: Malfunctions in the ABS can compromise braking safety, making it critical to address speed sensor issues promptly.
  • Decreased fuel efficiency: Poor fuel economy affects not only your wallet but also increases emissions, making it an environmental concern.