Power Steering Pump Speed Sensor: Service and Repair

Speed Sensor Removal:

1. Remove the rear mount bracket stay.


2. Disconnect the connector from the vehicle speed sensor (VSS).


3. Remove the 8 mm sensor mounting bolt and pull the power steering speed sensor from the transmission housing


4. Disconnect the sensor hoses and plug the fittings.

VSS Removal:

5. Remove the VSS from the power steering speed sensor.

6. After installing a new power steering speed sensor, turn the steering wheel lock-to-lock with the engine idling to bleed air from the system.


7. Check the reservoir and add fluid if necessary.