Speed sensor, I think, on a Volkswagen?

Question

I have a 1998 VW Cabrio with low mileage (50,000), and automatic transmission.

This evening I started the car and noticed that the speedometer stopped working altogether though it had been working earlier today.

I drove home from school, about 30 minutes, and just as I was getting to my street, the check engine light came on.

All other gauges are working properly and I have not noticed anything else wrong.

From what I've been reading, I believe it is the speed sensor.

Am I correct, and could I purchase the part myself and have someone very familiar with cars install it?

If not, how much will it cost me to have repaired?

I have a year-long warranty on all electrical work because I was forced to have the electrical system re-installed thanks to the previous owners' bad aftermarket automatic starter. Would this warranty cover the work?

I appreciate the help very much. Thanks!

Answer 1

Your warranty probably will cover this. I think you are probably right that it is the speed sensor. It also could be the connector to the speed sensor is loose. I might get someone familiar with cars to see if the plug to the sensor is loose, but if I were you I would take it to a shop to replace the speed sensor.

Answer 2

if the speed sensor is bad, probably isn't covered as it's a bad part and it sounds like a bad sensor. if it is a wiring problem, would probably be covered. need to have your mechanic check it out to determine where the problem is.

Answer 3

Unplug the unfavourable battery cable for an hour and then reconnect it. that could reset the engine workstation. If the gentle comes decrease back on it is on account which you have not solved the undertaking that delivered on it.

Answer 4

yes it would be one of the things covered in a warrenty. bring it in get it fixed