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Is there an issue with the odometer on my Silverado?

Is there an issue with the odometer on my Silverado?

The issue is, I can not get the mileage to display. The only display I get is “Language:” and it constantly cycles between French, Spanish and English. I do not have the DIC type. I’ve tried pressing the odometer reset stem but get no change.

Is there a problem with the odometer reset?

I’ve tried pressing the odometer reset stem but get no change. I thought maybe the odometer reset switch was stuck so I pulled the cluster and ohmed out the switch, no problems there. When I plugged the cluster back in the odometer briefly displayed the mileage and hours before permanently going back to the language mode.

Why does my odometer go back to language mode?

When I plugged the cluster back in the odometer briefly displayed the mileage and hours before permanently going back to the language mode. Has anyone heard of this? I’m guessing its time to get a rebuilt cluster but thought I should ask for advise first.

Why is my odometer and message center not working?

If both the odometer and message center are not working, the problem is likely to be a fuse (both of these displays share the same fuse.)

What to do if your car has an odometer problem?

Here’s what you need to do to reset the cluster: 1. Disconnect battery terminal 2. Unplug electrical connector on the back of the cluster 3. Re-connect the electrical connector on the back of the cluster 4. Re-connect battery terminal It should now be in the default state.

Why does the battery light flicker in the message center?

Hi everyone, here’s a stumper. I have a 2001 Chevy Silverado with a slight electrical problem. The battery light in the message center flickers on from time to time and sometimes stays on for about 30 seconds and goes out when ever the engine is running.

The issue is, I can not get the mileage to display. The only display I get is “Language:” and it constantly cycles between French, Spanish and English. I do not have the DIC type. I’ve tried pressing the odometer reset stem but get no change.

If both the odometer and message center are not working, the problem is likely to be a fuse (both of these displays share the same fuse.)

Here’s what you need to do to reset the cluster: 1. Disconnect battery terminal 2. Unplug electrical connector on the back of the cluster 3. Re-connect the electrical connector on the back of the cluster 4. Re-connect battery terminal It should now be in the default state.

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.

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.

What does the odometer correction tool do for a car?

Odometer correction tool is a KM adjust tool (or you can call it speedometer reset tool, dashboard repair kit, mileage correction programmer) that allows you to change the data of the vehicle odometer.

How do I change the odometer on my Silverado?

Tech2® — The Tech2 is used to setup a replacement BCM, which includes loading the odometer value that is displayed and stored in the IPC. A replacement IPC will display the previously stored vehicle odometer value, communicated from the BCM, after cycling the ignition or driving the vehicle.

How is the odometer information coded on a Honda Accord?

The information is coded in HEX characters. The odometer information can be copied over from the old cluster to the new cluster using Honda HDS, assuming the original cluster is operable. What follows is a hack-around to using HDS, by programming the mileage directly to the chip.

Where is the mileage stored on a GMC Colorado?

Basically it depends on the vehicle as to where the mileage is stored. On the Colorado/Canyon’s it is stored in the BCM. The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a reference guide to help identify which season odometer programming method to use after replacing the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC).

Where is the odometer information stored on a Honda HD?

Odometer information is stored on a small EEPROM chip on the circuit board. The chip can be read and written to using a serial programmer. The information is coded in HEX characters. The odometer information can be copied over from the old cluster to the new cluster using Honda HDS, assuming the original cluster is operable.

Is there a problem with the digital odometer?

While some may just have a problem with the digital odometer display and PRNDL display, others will develop gauges that stop working, gauges that peg out or become stuck, power loss, burnt out lights, and display issues. We can repair all of these problems and offer a number of upgrade options to go along with the repairs as well.

Are there any issues with the Chevy Silverado instrument cluster?

Chevy Silverado and other GM and Chevrolet instrument clusters have a long history of having issues with the instrument cluster. While some may just have a problem with the digital odometer display and PRNDL display, others will develop gauges that stop working, gauges that peg out or become stuck, power loss, burnt out lights, and display issues.

How do you remove the odometer from a Chevy Blazer?

It is very simple, just remove the cluster and find a bad solder on the wire going to the odometer/gear selector display. (Most likely going to be the top wire/solder that is broken as shown in the video) This applies to 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, and 2004 Chevy s10, Blazer, and Silverado trucks (Sonoma, Jimmy, Sierra).

Why does my odometer stop working on my Chevy?

If your odometer stops working in your Chevrolet, it may be due to a couple reasons. Depending upon the year and model of your vehicle, the fix may be something you can do or something you may need to take to your dealership for repair. If neither of these indicators is working, then the problem may lie within the speed sensor on your vehicle.

It is very simple, just remove the cluster and find a bad solder on the wire going to the odometer/gear selector display. (Most likely going to be the top wire/solder that is broken as shown in the video) This applies to 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, and 2004 Chevy s10, Blazer, and Silverado trucks (Sonoma, Jimmy, Sierra).

While some may just have a problem with the digital odometer display and PRNDL display, others will develop gauges that stop working, gauges that peg out or become stuck, power loss, burnt out lights, and display issues. We can repair all of these problems and offer a number of upgrade options to go along with the repairs as well.

Chevy Silverado and other GM and Chevrolet instrument clusters have a long history of having issues with the instrument cluster. While some may just have a problem with the digital odometer display and PRNDL display, others will develop gauges that stop working, gauges that peg out or become stuck, power loss, burnt out lights, and display issues.

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