Instrument Cluster Test 1A - Identifying Instrument Cluster Problems

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1995 Dodge Stratus and 1995 Chrysler Cirrus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Perform SYMPTOM ID TEST 1A before proceeding with this test. For connector terminal identification, see CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION in BODY CONTROL COMPUTER INTRODUCTION. Perform TEST VER-1A after each repair.

CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to disconnecting or connecting any module connector.

Using scan tool, select MIC CLUSTER. Turn key to UNLOCK position. If scan tool displays, NO RESPONSE or Vacuum Fluorescent (VF) display is blank or displays NO BUS, go to NO RESPONSE TEST 2A . If scan tool display is other than described, go to next step.
Using scan tool, select MIC CLUSTER and then select READ DTCs. If scan tool displays RAM FAULT, replace Mechanical Instrument Cluster (MIC). If scan tool displays AIR BAG WARNING LAMP OPEN/SHORT see the AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM article. If scan tool display is other than described, go to next step.
Using scan tool, select MIC CLUSTER and read cluster type. If cluster type matches vehicle equipment (US or Metric), go to next step. If cluster type does not match vehicle, replace MIC.
Identify problems(s) listed in INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DIAGNOSTIC TEST DIRECTORY table and perform indicated test(s).

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DIAGNOSTIC TEST DIRECTORY

Problem

Perform

Inoperative Gauge Or Printed Circuit Board

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TEST 1B

All Gauges Do Not Operate

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TEST 2A

One Gauge Not Operating Properly

Fuel Gauge

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TEST 3A

Speedometer/Odometer

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TEST 3B

Tachometer

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TEST 3C

Temperature Gauge

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TEST 3D

Identifying Warning Light Problems

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TEST 4A

Cluster Illumination

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TEST 5A

Gauges Not Going To Zero When Key Is Turned Off

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TEST 6A

Trip Reset Button

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⁽¹⁾	Using scan tool, read status of trip reset button switch (open or closed), and depress trip reset button. If status of trip reset button does not change, replace Mechanical Instrument Cluster (MIC).