Merc Cougar Odomoter/Cruise

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JASONDANTZLER
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I recently purchased a 1993 Mercury Cougar XR7 with the 3.8 v-6 and automatick transmission with overdrive. The car has 142000??? miles. The speedo is analog.

The odometer and crusie don't work. The speedometer does work. I was told that the speed sensor in the transmission was the problem by one person. I was also told by someone else that there is a gear in the speedo that makes the odometer work and effects the cruise as well.

Which of these are right or are they both right? If so, where do I start to diagnose/fix the problem?

Thanks for your time and answer in advance.
Aug 17, 2007 at 11:08 PM
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MY68MONTERAY
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they are both right. i had the same problem with my 91. the quickest and cheapest to change/check is the sensor on the tranny. if thats not it the its the gear. your best bet at that point is to get a used odometer from a junk yard, the lower the miles the better(less wear on the gears inside) or if you like to rip things apart then order the gear(about $20-25) and replace it your self heres a step by step guide to help

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/mitchell1eautorepair-car-repair-manuals
Nov 22, 2008 at 8:34 PM