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How to view the digital speedometer on your car?

How to view the digital speedometer on your car?

To view the Digital Speedometer, press the MENU button until the DIC displays Trip/Fuel Information Menu, then use the toggle buttons to select Digital Speedometer. Thank you!! That is what happened. It is now on the screen again

Is the Dakota digital speedometer compatible with GPS?

All Dakota Digital speedometers are GPS-Ready, meaning they are prepared for connection with a GPS speed sensor, such as our GPS-50-2, allowing any speedometer to utilize GPS technology.

Can a length of wire affect a speedometer?

Yes, wire length will not affect the speedometer readings. Soldering and heat shrinking the extension harness is the recommend, if lengthening is required. When routing this harness, take care to isolate this from ignition components or anything which induce electrical noise.

How to turn off gauge face on Dakota Digital?

In the Setup menu, navigate to DISPLAYS select TURN REMIND and set to GAUGE. This will activate the turn signals within the gauge face. If OEM is selected it will turn off the gauge face indicators.

How can I tell if my speedometer is not working?

Whether you have a digital or manual speedometer, if it’s not displaying accurate information, it doesn’t really help you. One of the biggest signs your speedometer sensor is not working properly is the speedometer will display inaccurate readings or the needle or digital numbers will not move at all on the speedometer display.

How is the speedometer connected to the dash?

All other dash gauges are connected to sensors or sending units via wires, while your speedometer may utilize either a speed sensor or a physical cable. In vehicles that use cables, the speedometer is physically coupled to the transmission via a cable. The cable is usually square on both ends or square on one end and slotted on the other.

How are speedometers different from the other gauges?

While all gauges can be either analog or digital, speedometers are unique in that they can have either mechanical or electrical inputs. All other dash gauges are connected to sensors or sending units via wires, while your speedometer may utilize either a speed sensor or a physical cable.

All Dakota Digital speedometers are GPS-Ready, meaning they are prepared for connection with a GPS speed sensor, such as our GPS-50-2, allowing any speedometer to utilize GPS technology.

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