P0500 · blink 42 – VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR MALFUNCTION
- System
- ECT U340E
- Dashboard light
- Malfunction indicator lamp (Check Engine)
- Check-engine blink code
- 42
- Applies to
- 4-speed A/T U340E. PK: ZZE122R-GEPNKP 1.8 auto from 07.2005 (EPC fig 3501/3512 note (0507- )ATM..PKN); JDM NZE121 1NZ autos
- Description
- VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR MALFUNCTION
- Detection / symptoms
- Detection: No vehicle speed sensor signal to Engine and ECT ECU under conditions (1) and (2); (2−trip detection logic) 1. Neutral start switch is OFF 2. Vehicle is being driven
- Possible causes
- Combination meter; Wire harness; Engine ECU; Automatic transaxle (clutch, brake or gear etc,)
- What to check
- Workshop check order (RM821E): INSPECT COMBINATION METER ASSY -> CHECK WIRE HARNESS AND CONNECTOR(SPD − COMBINATION METER) -> INSPECT ECU(SPD − E1)
- Confidence
- high (official Toyota RM821E)
From the factory service material. Clear the code and test-drive to confirm it returns. Search all fault codes · Common problems · Warning lights