1952-1974 Speedometer Cable 1275mm, 50.19"
This Speedometer Cable connects to the wheel bearing cap and spins with the wheel telling the speedometer how fast you are going.
- Length: 1275mm, 50.19"
- VW 111957801H
- C-Clip sold separately
Tech Note: Speedometer cables can break for a variety of reasons. If your is broke, it may mean that your speedometer head is frozen or has a bad spot that makes it stick temporarily. Before installing the new cable, attach it into the speedometer head and turn it by hand. It should spin without binding. Another reason for a cable to break is incorrect routing or kinking the cable while installing it. After routing the cable and prior to attaching to wheel hub, spin the cable by hand. It should spin with no binding. If it is difficult to spin you may have routed it incorrectly which will damage the cable. We recommend replacing the Speedometer Spindle Grommet and the Speedometer Body Grommet to make sure your cable stays routed and aligned properly. Lube the grommets before installing them.
Also known under these part numbers: (For reference only)
- 111 957 801 HBR
- 111-957-801-H
- 111957801HBR
- 686420255734
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VW Speedometer Cable Tech Tips
If your VW Speedometer has stopped completely, first test the speedometer head to see if it has frozen and broken your cable. To test the speedometer head: First, unscrew the cable at the speedometer head. Then, insert a small screwdriver in to the head socket and rotate it to see if it turns freely. If it’s frozen, you must replace the speedometer before you replace the speedometer cable.
It is recommended to grease the cable before installing it. This will also help eliminate the “bounce” sometimes noted in the Air Cooled VW’s.
A common symptom of VW Speedos is a vibration or flicker of the needle.
This is often caused not by the speedometer or cable but by the square hole in the Front Wheel Bearing grease cap being worn or out of true.
Quarter Window Latch & Speedometer Cable Retaining Clip. Item # 375-578
Front LH Wheel Bearing Cap with Hole. Item # 396-184
Speedometer Cable. Item # 313-218
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