Hello all! I've got a 96 Accord EX with approx 125K miles that has been very good to me over the years and has never required more than routine repairs. Today as I was driving and took my foot off the gas the speedometer dropped to zero (then returned) at the same time that the ABS light flickered on for just a second. I did not notice any performance problems nor braking problems. These are just such an unusual combination of symptoms I have no idea what could be causing it. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance!

 

Sure it wasnt the check engine light?...my best guess is the VSS (speed sensor)

Perfect do it yourself fix

 

I know it was the ABS light rather than the check engine light but I'm willing to try with the VSS. Do you know why there's such a huge price range for the VSS? One place I found it for $12.00 (online) and $120 at my local Checker.
Also, I have read a few discussions about where the VSS is located (either behind the instrument cluster or above the tranny). Do you know where it is located or do you have a diagram or pic?

 

Should be on the transmisson housing in the engine bay

 

I have the same problem. I washed my engine, covering battery and alternator with plastic bags... Right after it drove just fine... but day later I have the same symptoms, ABS lights on for a second and during that time the speedometer drops to 0 and then goes back to normal... although like mentioned above no performance issues... and my battery was drained overnight... I read other posts and it leads me to believe the alternator somehow went bad... Did you find solution to the problem?

 

Ok. So I used the voltmeter to check the alternator, it gives out 14v when running and battery disconected. So I turned off the car and tested the battery and it gives of 12v. So it looks like the alternator is good. I tried driving it again after jump start and the same thing happens, ABS comes on, spedometer drops, then back to normal, then again same thing and back to normal. I didn't charge the battery for too long but it won't start by itself again I have to jump start it... Anyone know what this could be? Please HELP!!!

 

Guys, I have fixed the problem... I have bought a new battery and replaced it and all the problems went away. The spedometer is fine and the ABS never lights up. Who could have known... Hope this helps you guys who are having similar problem.

 

my '95 had the same symptoms... it was the speed sensor.

 

just wanted to address, since it wasn't, that there is NOT a difference between the ones bought online for $15-25 and the ones at the local auto stores/dealers. bought mine online for $20 on ebay the same time my brother bought his from the dealership for $225. both are running just fine and its been a good 5 years. I guess I'll update about who's goes out first.

 

hello to all......i just put in a stage 2 clutch and the guy 4got to unplug the vss sensor...................does anybody know what color goes first??????