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P0501VEHICLE SPPED SENSOR MALFUNCTION
Manufacturer communications
6Original wording in English
AUDI
Gearbox warning light on (DTCs P179E00, P179F00, P0700, P060A). The driver information system displays the message "gearbox malfunction: you can continue driving". There are two scenarios present. Scenario 1 is that entries are logged individually or in combination, with P179E logged first (using DTC environmental data).The entr…
MAZDA
SOME VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO JANUARY 2, 2001 MAY EXHIBIT ROUGH IDLE, ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATION, INOPERATIVE OR ERRATIC SPEEDOMETER, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0500, P0501, P0503, P1721, P0176, P1000, ABS DTC 9, RABS DTC 16, OR A DELAYED OR HARSH SHIFTING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. *TT
HONDA
SERVICE BULLETIN REGARDING CRUISE CONTROL SURGE, ERRATIC SPEEDOMETER, OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0501 (VEHICLE SPPED SENSOR MALFUNCTION) STORED. *TT
FORD
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A ROUGH IDLE, ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATION, INOPERATIVE OR ERRATIC SPEEDOMETER, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0500, P0501, P0503, P1721, P0176, P1000, ABS DTC 9, RABS DTC 16, OR A DELAYED OR HARSH SHIFTING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. *TT
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25A listed vehicle is a research lead. Confirm the engine, production range and software in the manufacturer's information.
| Make | Model | Model year |
|---|---|---|
| Audi | A5 CABRIOLET ↗ | 2012 |
| Audi | A5 CABRIOLET ↗ | 2011 |
| Audi | A5 CABRIOLET ↗ | 2010 |
| Audi | RS 5 CABRIOLET ↗ | 2013 |
| Audi | RS5 ↗ | 2014 |
| Audi | RS5 ↗ | 2013 |
| Audi | S4 ↗ | 2014 |
| Audi | S4 ↗ | 2013 |
Code meaning and manufacturer information
Original wording in English · Historical directory labels; manufacturer applicability has not been established for every entry.
Vehicle Speed Sensor Range/Performance
Can I keep driving?
A code alone cannot establish whether driving is safe. A flashing malfunction light, severe shaking, overheating, oil-pressure warning or loss of braking or steering needs prompt attention. Stop in a safe place and seek assistance when control or engine safety is affected. Follow the vehicle handbook.