DTC 24

Fig. 008 - Wiring Diagram for code 24 Vehicle Speed Sensor. VIN P:

CODE 24

VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR

2.0L "J" SERIES

FUEL INJECTION (TBI)

To prevent misdiagnosis, the technician should review Electrical Wiring Diagrams and identify the type of Vehicle Speed Sensor used prior to using this chart. Disregard a Code 24 set when drive wheels are not turning.
The ECM applies and monitors 12 volts on CKT 437. CKT 437 connects to the Vehicle Speed Sensor which alternately grounds CKT 437 when drive wheels are turning. This pulsing action takes place about 2000 times per mile and the ECM will calculate vehicles speed based on the time between "pulses".

Fig. 007 Code 24 Vehicle Speed Sensor:

1. This test monitors the ECM voltage on CKT 437. With the wheels turning, the pulsing action will result in a varying voltage. The variation will be greater at low wheel speeds to an average of 4-6 volts at about 20 mph (32 km/h).
2. A voltage of less than 1 volt at the ECM connector indicates that the CKT 437 wire is shorted to ground. Disconnect CKT 437 at the Vehicle Speed Sensor. If voltage now reads above 10 volts, the Vehicle Speed Sensor is faulty. If voltage remains less than 10 volt, then CKT 437 wire is grounded. If 437 is not grounded, check for a faulty ECM connector or ECM.
3. A steady 8-12 volts at the ECM connector indicates CKT 437 is open or faulty Vehicle Speed Sensor.
4. This normal voltage condition and indicates a possible intermittent condition - See "Intermittents" under DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM.