Help - What is error code 16885

[wngl]

The engine warning lamps occassionally lights up (about once every 2 or 3 months) and VAGCOM reports this error code

1 Fault Found:
16885 - Vehicle Speed Sensor: Implausible Speed Signal
P0501 - 35-00 --

What sensor is it and why do I get it (so very) occasionally? Is it possible to change the offending sensor myself or is it a dealership job?

Thanks

 

[Sarge]

The engine warning lamps occassionally lights up (about once every 2 or 3 months) and VAGCOM reports this error code

1 Fault Found:
16885 - Vehicle Speed Sensor: Implausible Speed Signal
P0501 - 35-00 --

What sensor is it and why do I get it (so very) occasionally? Is it possible to change the offending sensor myself or is it a dealership job?

Thanks

16885/P0501/001281 - Vehicle Speed Sensor: Implausible Signal

Possible Causes

• Wiring/Connectors from/to Vehicle Speed Sensor faulty
• Vehicle Speed Sensor faulty

Possible Solutions

• Check Wiring/Connectors from/to Vehicle Speed Sensor
• Check Vehicle Speed Sensor

Cheers

Sarge

 

[wngl]

16885/P0501/001281 - Vehicle Speed Sensor: Implausible Signal

Possible Causes

• Wiring/Connectors from/to Vehicle Speed Sensor faulty
• Vehicle Speed Sensor faulty

Possible Solutions

• Check Wiring/Connectors from/to Vehicle Speed Sensor
• Check Vehicle Speed Sensor

Cheers

Sarge

Thanks. Does anyone know where the speed sensor is located on a 2000 A2 1.4 SE?

 

[spike]

Hi wngl
Not sure which gearbox model code is on your car but the vehicle speed sensor should be located just above the point where the driveshaft enters the gearbox casing - on the passenger side I think.
This sensor provides a signal for the speedo so does this play up when you get the warning light ?

Cheers Spike

 

[wngl]

Hi wngl
Not sure which gearbox model code is on your car but the vehicle speed sensor should be located just above the point where the driveshaft enters the gearbox casing - on the passenger side I think.
This sensor provides a signal for the speedo so does this play up when you get the warning light ?

Cheers Spike

Can't say I have noticed anything amiss when the engine management light comes on. Now that you have mentioned this, I will be on the look out. Thanks