Speedometer Drive Adapter: Removal

Rear axle gear ratio and tire size determine speedometer pinion requirements.

1. Raise vehicle.
2. Disconnect wires from vehicle speed sensor.
3. Remove adapter clamp and screw.
   Fig 1: Identifying Speedometer Pinion Adapter Components

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4. Remove speed sensor and speedometer adapter as assembly.
5. Remove speed sensor retaining screw and remove sensor from adapter.
6. Remove speedometer pinion from adapter.
7. Inspect sensor and adapter O-rings. See Fig 1. Remove and discard O-rings if worn or damaged.
8. Inspect terminal pins in speed sensor. Clean pins with Mopar® electrical spray cleaner if dirty or oxidized. Replace sensor if faulty, or pins are loose, severely corroded, or damaged.