To fix the speedometer in your 1996 Ford Aspire, first check the vehicle's speed sensor, typically located on the transmission; it may be faulty or have a loose connection. Inspect the wiring and connectors for damage, and replace the sensor if necessary. Additionally, examine the speedometer cable for any breaks or kinks; if it's damaged, you should replace it. If these steps don’t resolve the issue, consider consulting a professional mechanic for further diagnosis.
on the 94 aspire the speed cable connects to the speedometer and goes through the firewall and to the wheel
Maybe a broken cable The needle on the speedometer of the 96 aspire is still moving, but it acts like it is out of control.
To replace the speedometer cable on a 1996 Ford Aspire, first, disconnect the negative battery terminal for safety. Remove the instrument cluster by unscrewing the retaining screws and carefully pulling it out to access the cable. Detach the old speedometer cable from the back of the cluster and at the transmission, then install the new cable by reversing the removal steps. Reconnect the battery and test the speedometer for proper function.
Replace the speedo head assembly. It is a sealed unit, with no servicable parts. If the speedometer is working, then the cable and the speedo drive gears are working. The failure must be inside of the speedo head assembly itself.
The 1996 Ford Aspire has a 10 U.S. gallon ( 38 liter ) gas tank
A ( 1996 ) Ford Aspire has a 38 liter / 10 U.S. gallon fuel tank .
The odometer on a 96 Ford Explorer is tied into the speedometer. If the speedometer is working then there is a gear problem inside of the speedometer causing the odometer to not work.
With engine oil filter change , the ( 1996 Ford Aspire ) takes ( 3.6 quarts )
The ( 1996 ) Ford Aspire Owner Guide shows ( 5W-30 ) as the PREFERRED oil viscosity
5. 1/4
Next to the wiper motor.
May have replaced the wrong sensor or you have a bad wire in that curcuit. gm Jim