Vehicle Speed Sensor
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P1500 MERCURY Possible Causes
- Faulty Vehicle Speed Sensor
- Vehicle Speed Sensor harness is open or shorted
- Vehicle Speed Sensor poor electrical connection
- Damaged Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
How do I fix code P1500 MERCURY?
Check the “Possible Causes” listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector’s pins.
Cost of diagnosing the P1500 MERCURY code
The cost of diagnosing the P1500 MERCURY code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair labor rates vary by location, your vehicle’s make and model, and even your engine type. Most auto repairs shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.
When is the code detected
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) detected an intermittent condition from the Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS)
Possible Symptoms
- Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
P1500 MERCURY Description
The P1500 code Indicates the Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) input signal was intermittent. This P1500 code is set when a VSS concern interferes with other On-Board diagnostics (OBD) tests, such as the catalyst efficiency monitor, the EVAP monitor or the HO2S monitor.