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Speedometer Cable

Instrumentation

Transmits the rotational speed of the wheels to the speedometer, displaying vehicle speed.

The speedometer cable connects the vehicle’s transmission to the speedometer, transferring the rotational speed of the wheels to the speedometer, allowing the driver to monitor the vehicle’s speed in real-time.

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Typical part cost
$20–$60🔒
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Typical labor cost
$50–$150🔒
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Typically lasts
100,000–200,000 mi
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Or about
7.0–10.0 years
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DIY difficulty
3/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the Speedometer Cable is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

Speedometer not working
Speedometer fluctuating
Incorrect speed displayed

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Speedometer Cable

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Inspect Speedometer Cable

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Test Speedometer Cable

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