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2006 Chevrolet Optra Repair Question


Topics covered: Sensor, Code scanner, Engine.
Mileage: 40,000 miles.

Asked on March 4, 2012

Speedometer not working

Your question: "I have an chevy optra 2006! The problem with it is the speedometer not working and it drives only in 1,2,3 gear! 4 and 5 dosent work it is a automatic car. What can cause this problem???"
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Replied on March 4, 2012

Have you checked for codes yet?You could a speed sensor issue.

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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Replied on March 4, 2012

Yes it did! I have a Computer that detects what problem the car could have and when i hooked it up it detected the speed sensor output could this cause this problem?

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Replied on March 4, 2012

Alright how about sharing the exact code number your code scanner gave you?It will start with a P followed by a four digit number.

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Replied on March 4, 2012

Its PO502

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Replied on March 4, 2012

Do you have the 1.8L or 2.0L engine?

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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Replied on March 4, 2012

A 2.0 pleae let know as soon as possiable when u know what the problem could be

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Replied on March 4, 2012

I posted a tree to tell if its the speed sensor or wiring pcm etc.Let me know what you find.

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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