Check Oil and Check Gauges Lamp - Blink/Flicker
FILE IN SECTION: 8 - Chassis/Body ElectricalBULLETIN NO.: 53-83-04
DATE: May, 1995
SUBJECT:
Blinking/Flickering of "Check Oil" Tell-Tale and "Check Gages" Tell-Tale with Gauge Cluster (Send Instrument Cluster to Delco Electronics)
MODELS:
1992-95 Buick Skylark
1992-95 Oldsmobile Achieva
1992-95 Pontiac Grand Am
CONDITION
Some owners may comment that the "Check Oil" Tell-Tale is on, blinking or flickering in the Cluster. With the Gage Cluster, the "Check Gages" Tell-Tale will also light, blink or flicker. This condition may occur when the engine is running and is most prevalent with the vehicle in motion.
CAUSE
There may be an intermittent connection at a solder joint due to flexing of an internal circuit board.
CORRECTION
Verify the connection at the cluster connector by inspecting the connector for any damage to the terminals. If damaged terminals are found, repair as necessary by following the procedures in Section 8A-5 of the Service Manual. If damage is not found, remove the Instrument Cluster and send to your local Delco Electronics repair facility.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor Operation Labor Time
N4180 Use published labor operation time. Add appropriate straight time (0.1 - 0.5 hr), if repairs to the connector are necessary