VSS issues after clutch change

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Ever since I changed my clutch I started having issues with a bouncing/beeping fuel gauge, no speedometer, and no doors locking automatically after driving away. Doing some reading online I've narrowed it down to the VSS which I also have a fault code for. I made sure it was plugged in correctly, and I know I didn't damage the plug on removal. Also checked the fuse #7(?) which was ok. Anyone know what else could be the issue? It was not a problem before the clutch job.

 

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Just read it's possible to clip on the connector wrong so I checked and did it again-no dice. Is there a particular way it should be reconnected?

 

[wonneber]

Did you connect all the ground wires around the trans?

 

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Did you connect all the ground wires around the trans?

I think there was just one I disconnected if I recall, by the shift linkages. That one is hooked up.

 

[Matdman]

There's a little disk that sits in the VSS before you put the connector on top of it. Check to see if that's still there. Doing my buddies clutch on his 1.8t we misplaced it and had the exact issues you're having.

 

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Thanks a lot. This may be my issue. I think the last time I tried reseating the plug I saw no disc. I'm guessing it's metal to conduct current? Going to check this afternoon.

There's a little disk that sits in the VSS before you put the connector on top of it. Check to see if that's still there. Doing my buddies clutch on his 1.8t we misplaced it and had the exact issues you're having.

 

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So, no disc unfortunately. Maybe I'll try a junkyard this weekend.

There's a little disk that sits in the VSS before you put the connector on top of it. Check to see if that's still there. Doing my buddies clutch on his 1.8t we misplaced it and had the exact issues you're having.

 

[Seatman]

Earth strap back on tight and clean?

 

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There's a little disk that sits in the VSS before you put the connector on top of it. Check to see if that's still there. Doing my buddies clutch on his 1.8t we misplaced it and had the exact issues you're having.

Thank you! You were right.
I spent some time looking for the right sensor. More autos than manuals at the junkyard, and it looks like there is a difference in sensor styles among the mk4 manual gearboxes as well. Finally found a couple. I feel like I may have spotted this at one point cleaning up, but can't remember. Now I get how it works I guess, it spins and there must be some magnetic pulse that is read and translated by the revolutions of the disc. Weird how it fixes the gas gauge and door lock issues.

 

[Matdman]

Thank you! You were right.
I spent some time looking for the right sensor. More autos than manuals at the junkyard, and it looks like there is a difference in sensor styles among the mk4 manual gearboxes as well. Finally found a couple. I feel like I may have spotted this at one point cleaning up, but can't remember. Now I get how it works I guess, it spins and there must be some magnetic pulse that is read and translated by the revolutions of the disc. Weird how it fixes the gas gauge and door lock issues.

Awesome! Glad I was able to help. Yeah, the VSS surprisingly does a lot. You probably didn't notice it, but it also controls wiper speed compared to vehicle speed.

 

[wonneber]

Awesome! Glad I was able to help. Yeah, the VSS surprisingly does a lot. You probably didn't notice it, but it also controls wiper speed compared to vehicle speed.

You messing with us??

 

[Matdman]

You messing with us??

No? If you set your wipers on the first speed, you'll notice they wipe less often when you're stopped, and more often while you're moving down the road. VSS signal to the ECU does all that.

 

[wonneber]

No? If you set your wipers on the first speed, you'll notice they wipe less often when you're stopped, and more often while you're moving down the road. VSS signal to the ECU does all that.

Can't say I ever noticed it.
Will have to watch.