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1999 Buick LeSabre V6-3.8L VIN K
Vehicle Speed Sensor: Service and Repair
1999 Buick LeSabre V6-3.8L VIN KSECTION Service and Repair
Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery negative terminal.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Remove the electrical connector at the vehicle speed sensor (130).
4. Remove the retaining bolt (131) and the sensor (130).
Installation Procedure
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
1. Install the vehicle speed sensor (130) and the retaining bolt (131).
Tighten the bolt to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).
2. Install the electrical connector at the sensor.
3. Remove the safety stands.
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.
Tighten the terminal bolt to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).
Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery negative terminal.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Remove the electrical connector at the vehicle speed sensor (130).
4. Remove the retaining bolt (131) and the sensor (130).
Installation Procedure
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
1. Install the vehicle speed sensor (130) and the retaining bolt (131).
Tighten the bolt to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).
2. Install the electrical connector at the sensor.
3. Remove the safety stands.
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.
Tighten the terminal bolt to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.