Vehicle Speed Sensor Intermittent
Table of contents
- Possible Causes
- How To Fix
- Tech Notes
- Cost To Diagnose
- When is the code detected
- Possible Symptoms
- Description
P1502 MERCURY Possible Causes
- Faulty Vehicle speed sensor
- Vehicle speed sensor harness is open or shorted
- Vehicle speed sensor electrical circuit poor electrical connection
- Faulty Wheel Speed Sensors
- Wheel Speed Sensors harness is open or shorted
- Wheel Speed Sensors electrical circuit poor electrical connection
How do I fix code P1502 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.
Tech Notes
- There is a factory service bulletin for the following Mercury models:
- 1998-2002 Mercury Grand Marquis
- 1998-2002 Mercury Sable
- 1998-2001 Mercury Mountaineer
- Mercury Factory Service Bulletin OBDII Code P1502
Cost of diagnosing the P1502 MERCURY code
The cost of diagnosing the P1502 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 on the vehicle speed sensor circuit
Possible Symptoms
- Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
P1502 MERCURY Description
Indicates the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) detected an error in the vehicle speed information. Vehicle speed data is received from either the Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS), Transfer Case Speed Sensor (TCSS) or Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) control module. The P1502 code sets the same way as P0500. However, it is intended to flash the Transmission Control Indicator Lamp (TCIL) for first time VSS circuit error.