P0501 — Veicolo speed sensor: implausible Valore
| Meaning | The speed signal does not match what the ECU calculates Da the Altri Dati. On modern Auto speed comes from the ABS sensors, so that is often where the Problema is. |
| Family | Powertrain (P) |
Typical symptoms
Cruise control refusing a engage
Harsh Automatico gear changes
ABS oppure ESP light on as well
Common causes
Damaged magnetic bearing ring
Sensor wiring broken near the wheel arch
Tyres di a different size than specified
Faulty ABS control unit
What a do
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What does code P0501 mean?
Veicolo speed sensor: implausible value. The speed signal does not match what the ECU calculates from the other data. On modern cars speed comes from the ABS sensors, so that is often where the Problema is.
Can I keep driving with code P0501 Attivo?
With caution: limp mode possible, have it checked soon
Common causes — P0501
Dirty oppure faulty wheel speed sensor Damaged magnetic bearing ring Sensor wiring broken near the wheel arch Tyres di a different size than specified Faulty ABS control unit
How do you fix code P0501?
Read Tutti four wheel speeds on the diagnostic tool during a road test: the one behaving differently points straight alle the corner. Before ordering a sensor, clean it — it is often just metal debris stuck a the tip.
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