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P0500 Toyota Code - Vehicle Speed Sensor 'A'

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0500 Toyota?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Faulty Vehicle Speed Sensor
  • Vehicle speed sensor harness or connectors is open or shorted
  • Vehicle speed sensor circuit poor electrical connection
  • Faulty Combination Meter Assembly
  • Faulty Engine Control Module (ECM)
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How to Fix the DTC P0500 Toyota?

Review the 'Possible Causes' mentioned above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Ensure to check for any damaged components and inspect the connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

Code Tech Notes

There are Factory Service Bulletin for the following Toyota models:
2005 Toyota Camry
2006 Toyota Camry
2006 Toyota Solara
2005-2006 Toyota Camry, Solara Factory Service Bulletin OBDII Code P0500

2007 Toyota Camry
2008 Toyota Camry
2009 Toyota Camry
2007-2009 Toyota Camry Factory Service Bulletin OBDII Code P0500









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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P0500 Toyota code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. The specific diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops can differ based on factors such as the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. It is common for most auto repair shops to charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
  • Speedometer may not work properly
  • Transmission shifting problem

Code P0500 Toyota Description

Vehicles, which are equipped with ABS (Anti-lock Brake System), detect the vehicle speed using the Skid Control ECU (Brake Actuator Assembly) and speed sensor. The speed sensor monitors the wheel rotation speed and sends a signal to the Skid Control ECU. The Skid Control ECU converts the wheel speed signal into a 4-pulse signal and transmits it to the Engine Control Module (ECM) via the combination meter assembly. The ECM determines the vehicle speed based on the frequency of the pulse signal.
If there is no speed signal from the combination meter assembly even though the ECM determines that the vehicle is being driven, the ECM interprets this as a malfunction in the speed signal circuit. The ECM then illuminates the MIL and stores the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC).

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P0500 Toyota Code - Vehicle Speed Sensor 'A'

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