NTK AU0185 Automatic Transmission Speed Sensor - Output

Automatic Transmission Speed Sensor Overview

NTK AU0185 is an automatic transmission speed sensor for the output side of the transmission. It is built for direct replacement service on select Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, Saturn, and Pontiac applications, including Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Acadia models. The NTK Automatic Transmission Speed Sensor line is backed by OE-focused engineering and application coverage for import and domestic vehicles.

Key Features

• Output automatic transmission speed sensor for transmission speed signal monitoring
• Wiring harness included with a 13.00-inch harness length
• 1 rectangular male connector with 2 blade terminals
• Built to meet or exceed OE specifications
• Tested under thermal shock, vibration, and OBD verification conditions
• Direct replacement part number AU0185 for select GM-platform vehicles

Product Details

NTK AU0185 is part of the NTK Automatic Transmission Speed Sensor product line, developed under NTK’s technical sensor coverage. NTK draws on more than 80 years of automotive experience and OE supplier background to deliver sensors that match factory-style fit and function. This sensor is designed for output speed signal monitoring in the transmission and is listed for a wide range of 2007-2017 applications, including Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Acadia. This part cross-references SKF SC470 for the same application.

What This Sensor Helps Address

• Erratic or missing transmission speed signal data
• Transmission shifting concerns related to output speed input
• Illuminated check engine or transmission-related warning lights
• Speedometer or drivability issues tied to transmission speed feedback
• Fault codes associated with the output speed sensor circuit

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style, terminal count, and harness length before installation. AU0185 uses a rectangular male connector with 2 blade terminals and includes a wiring harness. Confirm the vehicle’s transmission output sensor location and compare the original sensor to the replacement before service. For best results, inspect the connector and nearby wiring for corrosion, damage, or fluid contamination during installation.

Quality Assurance

NTK sensors are manufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications and are validated through thermal shock, vibration, and OBD testing. The brand’s OE experience supports consistent application coverage for vehicles such as Chevrolet Impala, Buick LaCrosse, and GMC Terrain, making AU0185 a technical sensor replacement built around factory-level requirements.