What to do when your instrument cluster stops working?
What to do when your instrument cluster stops working?
When isolating the source of electrical faults, disconnect the wiring harness from the dash and check for a grounded power circuit with an ohmmeter. Replacing a blown fuse without resolving the issue is a guarantee that your IC issues will happen again.
Where is the instrument cluster on a car?
The instrument cluster, or digital dash, provides the driver with important information necessary for a safe driving experience. It is located on the driver’s dashboard and includes the speedometer, fuel gauge, and odometer. In some cases, though, it stops working. What causes the instrument cluster to stop working?
Why is my instrument cluster not working on my Jeep XJ?
Went to start the XJ last night to load it onto the trailer to move it to my buddy’s shop and it would start, run for 3-4 seconds and then shut off. The cluster has stopped working again too. I decided to hook my OBD2 scanner up figuring there was probably a code and I pulled the following: P1686, P1694, P1698.
When isolating the source of electrical faults, disconnect the wiring harness from the dash and check for a grounded power circuit with an ohmmeter. Replacing a blown fuse without resolving the issue is a guarantee that your IC issues will happen again.
What causes the dash cluster to go out?
The dash cluster itself may also have gone out. This runs in order with a lot of wiring to other accessories, and may cause the others to fail. These connections to the instrument cluster also can come loose. You may want to check the terminals and make sure they are in good working order.
The instrument cluster, or digital dash, provides the driver with important information necessary for a safe driving experience. It is located on the driver’s dashboard and includes the speedometer, fuel gauge, and odometer. In some cases, though, it stops working. What causes the instrument cluster to stop working?
How much does a new instrument cluster cost?
Go down to your local dealership and likely need to get a new cluster for around $500. 3. Or repair it yourself, as LT shows you how, for about $20 and an hour of your time. Loading…
What to do if your instrument cluster shuts off?
Since electrical problems can be hard to pinpoint, consider YourMechanic, as one of our mobile technicians can come to your home or office to properly diagnose your electrical issue and help you make the necessary repairs to your vehicle. The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified.
Why is my GM instrument cluster not working?
The Internet has many postings from owners of GM cars, especially Alero owners, who find erratic behavior on their instrument clusters and discover they also cannot use their power windows. There can be several reasons for this behavior. The instrument cluster on my 1999 GM worked well for a few days.
What causes erratic behavior at the instrument panel?
Certainly, I am not about to spend $800 on a car worth only about twice that much on a trade for a new car. A worn ignition switch could be the reason for erratic behavior at the instrument panel.
The dash cluster itself may also have gone out. This runs in order with a lot of wiring to other accessories, and may cause the others to fail. These connections to the instrument cluster also can come loose. You may want to check the terminals and make sure they are in good working order.
Why do I have trouble shooting my gauge cluster?
I have been trouble shooting my instrument cluster for months! My gauge cluster, windows, radio would all come and go as they pleased for any amount of time you can think of. Seconds, minutes or days. It would happen in every circumstance you can think of; key on engine off, engine running at idle, left turn, right turn, braking, or accelorating.
Go down to your local dealership and likely need to get a new cluster for around $500. 3. Or repair it yourself, as LT shows you how, for about $20 and an hour of your time. Loading…
