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Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators: Description and Operation



General Information

The instrument cluster contains an electronic speedometer, tachometer and analog fuel level gauge.

A liquid crystal (LCD) display for odometer, trip odometer and gear indicator display (for automatic transmission model) is centrally located within the speedometer face.

Control and warning lamps are situated around the peripheral area of the instrument cluster.

Notes on replacing instrument cluster
- Do not disassemble instrument cluster.
- Instrument clusters contain no field serviceable components. All malfunctions require replacement of instrument cluster.
- When the replacement of a malfunctioning instrument cluster is necessary, follow exchange part procedures.
- Complete report form and return together with inst. cluster and always use the original packaging from the new cluster when returning modules.
- The odometer reading must be matched to the new/exchange instrument cluster using an On Board Diagnostic (OBD) program
- Where applicable instrument cluster must be adapted for anti-theft immobilizer functions using an OBD program

Additional information:
- Complaint/symptom based repairs ("Service Fixes")
- Instrument cluster, On Board Diagnostic (OBD)