Re: Where is the speedometer cable located?

Thanks...

That's what I wanted to find out.  I took my car to a mechanic (not a
dealer) to replace a driver side mirror.  Apperantly the mirrors only fold
backwards and I broke one off when I backed off between two waist high
poles.  I mentioned that my speed seems to be underestimated by speedometer.
I checked it against those automatic radar displays on the highway.  He said
that it might be the speedometer cable that wears out or something to that
effect. I decided to ask and see for myself before committing to a repair.
And also, I don't want to deal with the dealership mechanics if I don't have
to..........they take too long and overcharge you.  Thanks for the info
again.  Now I just have to find that 'sensor on top of the gear' and see if
it's OK.....

KEHT

"Pencilneck" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message
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> KEHT wrote:
> > Hi,
> > Can anyone tell me where the speedometer cable located on the 2002
Jetta?
> > (posting a pic would be nice) The mechanic I went to said I needed to
> > replace it.
> > y
> > KEHT
> >
> >
>
> There is no cable.  There is a gear that is driven off the diff, and on
> top of the gear is a sensor that a wiring harness plugs into.
>
> Now then, why were you told you need a new "speedometer cable"?
>
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