System Description: Speedometer

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Nissan Sentra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With ABS

The ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) provides a vehicle speed signal to the combination meter via CAN communication lines.

Fig 1: Speedometer (With ABS) - Communication Diagram

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Without ABS or CVT

The vehicle speed sensor provides a vehicle speed signal to the combination meter for speedometer indication.

Fig 2: Speedometer (Without ABS Or CVT) - Communication Diagram

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With CVT, Without ABS

The TCM provides a vehicle speed signal to the combination meter via CAN communication lines.

Fig 3: Speedometer (With CVT, Without ABS) - Communication Diagram

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