Description
OBD-II Trouble Code Description for P0501 Honda
Vehicle Speed Sensor “A” Range/Performance
What does this mean?
OBD2 Code P0501 Honda definition:
Basically this means that the vehicle’s speed as read by the Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) is not working properly.
Symptoms
Possible sumptoms of OBD code P0501 Honda
This code is different from the P0500 Honda code in the fact that it may not trigger the malfunction indicator light (MIL). Potential symptoms are basically the same as the P0500 Honda VSS code: P0500 Honda loss of anti-lock brakes the “anti-lock” or “brake” warning lamps on the dash may be lit the speedometer or odometer may not work properly (or at all) your vehicle’s RPM limiter may be decreased the shifting of an automatic transmission may become erratic other symptoms may also be present
Causes
Possible causes of OBD code P0501 Honda
A P0501 Honda DTC trouble code may be caused by one or more of the following: The Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) is not reading (functioning) properly There is a broken/frayed wire leading to the vehicle speed sensor The vehicle’s PCM is not correctly configured for the actual tire size on the vehicle
Possible Solutions
The simplest thing to do is to reset the code and see if it comes back. Next, check all wiring and connectors that lead to the speed sensor. The location of the sensor depends on your vehicle. The sensor could be on the rear axle, transmission, or perhaps the wheel hub (brake) assembly. If the wiring and connectors are OK, then check the voltage at the speed sensor. Again, the exact procedure wil depend on your make and model of vehicle. If everything looks OK, replace the sensor.
The OBD2 Code Information Be Applicable For Honda:
2013 Honda Urban SUV Concept,2013 Honda S660 Concept new,2013 Honda NSX-GT Concept,2013 Honda N-One,2013 Honda GEAR Concept,2013 Honda Civic,2013 Honda CR-Z,2012 Honda Civic,2011 Honda Jazz,2011 Honda Accord,2010 Honda Insight,2010 Honda CR-V,2009 Honda City,2008 Honda S2000,2008 Honda Accord,2007 Honda Fit,2007 Honda Civic,2007 Honda CR-V,2007 Honda Accord,2006 Honda Civic,2005 Honda Element,2005 Honda CRV SE,2005 Honda CRV EX,2003 Honda Element,2003 Honda CR-V,2002 Honda NSX,2002 Honda Civic Si,2002 Honda Accord SE,2001 Honda NSXR Concept,2001 Honda Model X Concept,2001 Honda Civic Si Concept,2001 Honda Civic Concept,2001 Honda CR-V,2001 Honda Accord Sedan,2001 Honda Accord Coupe,2000 Honda S2000,2000 Honda Passport,2000 Honda Insight
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