GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Cavalier 🢒 Transmission/Transaxle 🢒 Manual Transmission - Getrag 5 Speed 🢒 Vehicle Speed Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 623138 Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the vehicle speed sensor (VSS) electrical connector.

    2. Object Number: 12407 Size: SH
  2. Remove the retainer bolt.
  3. Remove the retainer.
  4. Remove the VSS.
  5. Remove the O-ring.

Installation Procedure
  1. Lubricate a new O-ring with DEXRON III transmission fluid.
  2. Install the new O-ring.

    3. Object Number: 12407 Size: SH
  3. Install the VSS retainer.

    4. Install the vehicle speed sensor (VSS) assembly.

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Install the VSS retainer bolt.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 9 N·m (80 lb in).


    Object Number: 623138 Size: SH
  5. Connect the VSS connector to the VSS.
  6. Lower the vehicle.