Latest Speedometer Repair Questions
- My 05 Chevy silverado has a randomly malfunctioning speedometer. They are telling me to replace the entire cluster, but its only the speedometer that is malfunctioning... can't I just replace the cable or fuse?
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Asked by Punkie_gal on Sat, 03/13/2010 - 15:10
- when i drive my 89 nissan sentra i cant tell how fast im going cause the speedometer went out
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Asked by gambit on Wed, 03/10/2010 - 20:32
- I have a 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix SE and my speedometer quit working. It occasionally works and jumps up and down. Everything else works...odometer, tachometer, trip meter, fuel gauge, and etc. What would cause just the speedometer to quit working?
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Asked by MrsSommer465 on Wed, 03/10/2010 - 20:14
- why doesn't electronic speedometer work on 1991 Dodge caravan
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Asked by tjdmom on Fri, 03/05/2010 - 11:31
- Does anyone know what the problem was on 2004 Chevy z-71 speedometer recall! Mine has gone out and the chevy dealer wants $500 to fix it!! Cant be that much to it!
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Asked by lanntansdad on Sat, 02/20/2010 - 19:40
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How does a speedometer work?
A speedometer measures the speed of a vehicle in miles or in kilometers per hour, as instrument panels of most vehicles show both velocities. Although still used today, many eddy current types of speedometers have been replaced with electronic ones. On both types the speed indication is scaled to the rotation of the transmission. It is an indirect speed measurement and may need calibration from time to time.
When does my speedometer need to be repaired?
One of the most common problems with a speedometer occurs when it isn’t calibrated to an acceptable degree of accuracy. Other problems could include a faulty speed sensor, damaged cable, or an instrument malfunction.
What are my options?
The vehicle can be taken to a local automotive repair shop. A skilled owner may be able to diagnose the problem and/or recalibrate the speedometer, but other problems may call for special diagnostic equipment. Numerous automotive repair websites advertise repair services and others sell parts online. DIY instructions or service manuals can also be purchased online.
