What causes a P0500 code?
Error Code P0500 is defined as Vehicle Speed Sensor Malfunction, indicating a malfunction in the vehicle speed sensor circuit, which is usually caused by a defective speed sensor or problems in the wiring harness.
What can a bad speed sensor cause?
One of the most common signs of a bad speed sensor is abnormal automatic transmission operation. If the VSS is faulty, the transmission may exhibit symptoms such as delayed shifts, hard shifts, and limited gear operation.