speed sensors

1999 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIOLET
4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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RAFCHA1993
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how many speed sensors are in a volkswagen cabriolet.?
Aug 7, 2011 at 12:24 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Just one -Why do you asked?
Aug 7, 2011 at 1:46 AM
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EXOVCDS
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I know this is an old post, but in case someone else is reading this...

4 cyl Manual has two:

- Engine Speed Sensor or Crankshaft Position Sensor (mounted to
the right of the oil filter flange), failure of this sensor
results in the engine not running/starting

- Vehicle Speed Sensor - is the sensor in the transmission that
indicates vehicle speed, failure of this sensor results in speedometer
and odometer not working any more.

Thomas
Mar 11, 2012 at 1:10 AM
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CPS: The crank position sensor provides an on-off signal to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) that the computer uses to monitor engine rpm,crank position and misfires

VSS: primary purpose is to monitor vehicle speed so the computer can regulate torque converter clutch lockup, up and down shifting, etc
Mar 11, 2012 at 5:53 AM
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EXOVCDS
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The original poster has a standard transmission... hence only 2 speed sensors.

If it were an auto tranny, there would be more.

Thomas
Mar 11, 2012 at 5:17 PM