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Speed Sensor

Disconnect connector containing speed sensor wires from amplifier and connect an ohmmeter between wire connector terminals (green/white stripe and black) at speed sensor end. A reading of about 40 ohms should be obtained. A reading of 0 ohms indicates a shorted coil and a maximum reading indicates an open coil. Replace sensor in either case. If reading is 40 ohms and speedometer operates properly, speed sensor is probably good. A new sensor should be substituted in place of old sensor to check for proper operation.