Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Vehicle Speed Sensor

The Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) is mounted to the automatic transaxle. The VSS provides a low voltage Alternating Current (AC) signal to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The PCM converts the AC signal to a pulse width modulated Direct Current (DC) signal. The DC signal is sent to the cruise control module at a rate of 4,000 pulses per mile.