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Is there an odometer or a shift indicator?

Is there an odometer or a shift indicator?

No speedometer, odometer, temp, compass, or shift indicator, just dashes in place of letters or numbers. Tried first to just stop and restart but didn’t fix the problem.

Are there dash lights on a 2012 Tahoe?

I have dash lights but no… Had the same problem with my 2012 Tahoe. No speedometer, odometer, temp, compass, or shift indicator, just dashes in place of letters or numbers. Tried first to just stop and restart but didn’t fix the problem.

Can a headlight be used as a shift indicator?

May use a headlight at disconnected IPC connector Key On, Engine Off (KOEO) to load the powers and grounds, then test voltage with a meter. 2. Replace the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). Must be programmed and calibrated.

No speedometer, odometer, temp, compass, or shift indicator, just dashes in place of letters or numbers. Tried first to just stop and restart but didn’t fix the problem.

Why is the odometer on my GM Truck not working?

A common fault on ’99 – ’02 GM trucks was the permanent or intermittent failing of the odometer/gear select LCD. This meant that you were unable to see what gear you were currently in, unable to determine the mileage of the vehicle, and unable to use the trip computer.

How to repair the odometer on a Chevy Avalanche?

In this Instructable, I will show you how to repair odometer/gear select (PRND321) LCD on your GM truck. In this case, mine is a ’02 Chevrolet Avalanche but this should apply to all GMT 800 series trucks within this age range. A common fault on ’99 – ’02 GM trucks was the permanent or intermittent failing of the odometer/gear select LCD.

Where is the odometer located on a Chevy?

The odometer is part of the instrument panel and connected to the speedometer. It is used to determine distance traveled and due to previous problems with individuals and dealerships disconnecting the odometer, it is a federal offense to tamper with it.

Why is my odometer not working on my Chevy truck?

Common problem from 1999 – 2002 GMC/Chevy Trucks with the odometer/gear shift all in one display. check the solder connections on the pins for the display, these can crack causing an intermittent flicker and eventually nothing on the display. In my case, it was just a loose / dirty connection at the top of the cluster.

In this Instructable, I will show you how to repair odometer/gear select (PRND321) LCD on your GM truck. In this case, mine is a ’02 Chevrolet Avalanche but this should apply to all GMT 800 series trucks within this age range. A common fault on ’99 – ’02 GM trucks was the permanent or intermittent failing of the odometer/gear select LCD.

How to repair the odometer on a GMC PRND321?

The instrument cluster is held in place by four (4) 7mm hex screws, one in each corner. Remove these. Tilt the instrument cluster forward carefully, and unlatch the large wire harness on the back. The instrument panel can now be removed. Remove the black panel on the back by loosening the clips.

How do you repair an odometer on a car?

Lining up the pins of the stepper motors with their corresponding sockets on the PCB, push the board back onto the instrument cluster. Put pressure on the back of where the stepper motors are (see photo). Replace the back plastic cover of the instrument cluster, ensuring all clips are secured.

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Ruth Doyle