AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SYSTEM (for 1KD-FTV), Diagnostic DTC:P0500

DTC Code DTC Name
P0500 Vehicle Speed Sensor Malfunction

DESCRIPTION

The vehicle speed sensor (SPD1) outputs a 4-pulse signal for every revolution of the rotor shaft, which is rotated by the transmission output shaft via the driven gear. After this signal is converted into a more precise rectangular waveform by the waveform shaping circuit inside the combination meter, it is then transmitted to the TCM. The TCM determines the vehicle speed based on the frequency of these pulse signals.

DTC Code DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area
P0500

All conditions below are detected 500 times or more continuously (2 trip detection logic):

(a) No signal from vehicle speed sensor (SPD1) is input to TCM while 48 pulses of speed sensor (SP2) signal are sent

(b) Vehicle speed is 9 km/h (.6 mph) or more for at least 4 seconds

(c) PNP switch is off (shift lever not on P or N)

(d) Transfer shift lever is not on N

  • Open or short in vehicle speed sensor (SPD1) circuit

  • Vehicle speed sensor (SPD1)

  • Combination meter

  • TCM

WIRING DIAGRAM

A01DV8RE13

INSPECTION PROCEDURE

PROCEDURE


  1. READ VALUE USING INTELLIGENT TESTER (VEHICLE SPEED)


    1. Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.

    2. Start the engine and turn the tester on.

    3. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / ECT / Data List / Vehicle Speed.

    4. Check the vehicle speed at an engine speed of 2000 rpm or more while the vehicle is running.

      OK
      Same value as actual vehicle speed.

    NG

    CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS

    OK

  2. CHECK SPEEDOMETER OPERATION


    1. Check the speedometer reading in the combination meter.

      Tech Tips

      If the vehicle speed sensor has any malfunctions, the speedometer shows abnormal readings.

      OK
      Speedometer operates normally.

    NG

    CHECK SPEEDOMETER CIRCUIT (INCLUDING SPEED SENSOR)

    OK

  3. CHECK TCM (SPD1 SIGNAL)


    1. A01E18XE22

      While idling, check the waveform of the TCM connector using an oscilloscope.

    2. Move the shift lever to N.

    3. Jack up one of the rear wheels.

    4. A01DYYME01

      Turn the ignition switch to ON.

    5. Measure the voltage of the TCM connector as the wheel is turned slowly.

      OK
      Refer to illustration
      Item Content
      Tester Connection T38-25 (SPD1) - Body ground
      Tool Setting 5 V/DIV., 20 msec./DIV.
      Condition Rear wheel turning slowly

      Tech Tips

      When the wheel is turning slowly, voltage is output intermittently.


    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

    OK

    REPLACE TCM