When to seek help for a broken speedometer needle?

If the speedometer is bouncing, jumping around, or not moving at all, it is important to get it fixed as soon as possible. Though usually, it is a good idea to seek professional help like Safety Restore, here is how to fix a broken speedometer needle with simple troubleshooting.

What to do when your speedometer goes to zero?

If there’s a problem with the ECU, this process can be interrupted – meaning the speedo either reports speed inaccurately (not good with speed traps around), or not at all. To fix the ECU, it must be reprogrammed by a professional mechanic.

Why is it important to have a properly calibrated speedometer?

A speedometer tells the driver how fast the vehicle is traveling. Having a properly calibrated speedometer is very important when your vehicle is on the road. Tire diameter, tire wear, tire temperature, pressure, vehicle load, and differential gearing can all affect the speedometers reading.

What should I do if my Speedo is not working?

Why does the speedometer needle not go back to normal?

However, you know you did not increase your speed. The needle might stay there, or it might go back to normal and repeat the jump a few seconds or minutes later. There will likely be no indicator lights flashing. Possible problems: the speed sensor on the passenger axle may need to be replaced. The speedometer cable may be damaged or broken.

What to do if your speedometer is on the Fritz?

If this fails, or you can’t identify the cause of your malfunctioning speedometer, you should consult with a professional mechanic in your area that will be able to give your car a good check over and find out exactly what’s causing your speedo to be on the fritz.