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For 1990-2009 cars only

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Schematic Reference: Instrument Cluster Schematics

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

2

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. With the scan tool, perform the Gages Test in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) Special Functions.

Does the engine coolant temperature gage move up and down when commanded?

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

Go to Step 3

3

Replace the IPC. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 4

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4

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 2