having trouble with a one month old 2001 rancher 4x4es. the speedometer registers speed intermittently. sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't. can't seem to put a pattern to it. when it registers 0, its not long before the electric shift shuts down. turning the key off and restarting the engine re-sets the computer and it will shift for short time, but the speedo will still register 0. wonder if anyone has had a similar experience and found the cure? anyone have to replace the speed sensor? had the machine to the dealer and they couldn't find anything wrong (but as soon as i got it back home it acts just the same)

 

If you have done a lot of mudding or playing in a stream you may have moisture in your angle sensor. Clean it and fill it with dielectric grease.

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problem did show up after riding in our first snowfall. 15 inches of snow, 10oF. wondered if it might be a moisture problem. my first ATV - where is the angle sensor located and what is its function. sure appreciate the help!

 

thanks for the advice! cleaned the connection at what i think is the angle sensor (on front of trans close to front driveshaft) and speedo now registers perfect. gave it a good run and no problems. ride on!

 

Glad to be of help. Make sure you fill the connector with dielectric grease to preclude any reoccurence.

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