Speedometer - Noise/Erratic Operation
89VW06SUBJECT:
Speedometer noise
GROUP
90
NUMBER
89-01 July 31, 1989
MODEL(S):
Fox, m.y. 1988 m.y. 1987-88 (Canada)
Speedometer noise and needle oscillations can be eliminated through the use of a different cable and routing.
Replace the existing cables and OxS mileage counter (USA models), or just the cable (CANADA models), with grommet P/N: 171 957 857 and speedometer cable P/N: 321 957 803 AF
^ remove speedometer cables and OxS mileage counter (USA models) and discard
^ remove grommet from engine close-out panel behind steering damper and save
^ route new speedometer cable with grommet between coolant pipe and coolant pipe bracket, between steering gear and steering damper and into hole in panel (arrow)
CAUTION Part numbers are for reference only. Always check with your Parts Department for latest information.
Note
The cable should take a light curve just above the coolant expansion tank hose.
^ attach cable to holder mounted on coolant tank hose (arrow)
^ position second grommet A on cable above heater pipe so cable does not touch pipe
^ route cable under instrument panel between fuse/relay panel bracket and steering column bracket and above left air outlet duct
^ connect cable to speedometer head
^ install grommet removed from engine close-out panel into hole left open by removal of old speedometer cable
^ install new grommet, P/N: 171 957 857, into open hole at engine compartment/water tray area
CAUTION
Part numbers are for reference only. Always check with your Parts Department for latest information.