P1500 Code - Vehicle Speed Sensor Intermittent
Quick Answer
The P1500 code Indicates the Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) input signal was intermittent. Common causes include Faulty Vehicle Speed Sensor, Vehicle Speed Sensor harness is open or shorted, Vehicle Speed Sensor poor electrical connection. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.
- What it means
- P1500 indicates Vehicle Speed Sensor Intermittent.
- Common causes
- Common causes include Faulty Vehicle Speed Sensor, Vehicle Speed Sensor harness is open or shorted, Vehicle Speed Sensor poor electrical connection.
- Severity
- High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
- Can I drive?
- Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.
Code P1500 Description
What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P1500?
- Faulty Vehicle Speed Sensor
- Vehicle Speed Sensor harness is open or shorted
- Vehicle Speed Sensor poor electrical connection
- Damaged Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
How to Fix the DTC P1500?
Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.
What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?
Labor: 1.0
To diagnose the P1500 code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.
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Information for Specific Makes
- P1500 Audi — Fuel Pump Relay Electrical Circuit Malfunction
- P1500 BMW — Idle Speed Control Valve Stuck Open
- P1500 Buick — Starter Signal Circuit
- P1500 Cadillac — Starter Signal Circuit
- P1500 Chevrolet — Starter Signal Circuit
- P1500 Chrysler — Alternator Terminal Circuit Conditions
- P1500 Dodge — Alternator Terminal Circuit Conditions
- P1500 Ford — Vehicle Speed Sensor
- P1500 GMC — Starter Signal Circuit
- P1500 Hyundai — Vehicle Speed Signal Malfunction
- P1500 Jeep — Alternator Terminal Circuit Conditions
- P1500 KIA — No Vehicle Speed Signal to TCM
- P1500 Lexus — Starter Signal Circuit Malfunction
- P1500 Lincoln — Vehicle Speed Sensor
- P1500 Mazda — Vehicle Speed Signal Intermittent
- P1500 Mercury — Vehicle Speed Sensor
- P1500 MINI — Idle Speed Control Valve Stuck Open
- P1500 Mitsubishi — Alternator FR Terminal Circuit
- P1500 Saab — Battery Voltage Too Low / High
- P1500 Subaru — Radiator Fan Relay 1 Circuit Malfunction
- P1500 Suzuki — Engine Starter Signal Circuit Malfunction
- P1500 Toyota — Starter Signal Circuit Malfunction
- P1500 Volkswagen — Fuel Pump Relay Electrical Circuit Malfunction
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