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For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you peform the Instrument Cluster System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Instrument Cluster System Check

2

  1. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor connector.
  2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.

Does the ECT gauge indicate C?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3

Replace the ECT sensor unit. Refer to Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Instrument Cluster System Check

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4

Test for an open using a J 39200 in the YEL/GRN wire between the instrument cluster assembly C4 cavity 1 and the ECT sensor.

Does the wire have an open?

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Go to Step 5

Go to Step 6

5

Repair the open in the YEL/GRN wire between the instrument cluster assembly C4 cavity 1 and the ECT sensor. Refer to Wiring Repairs .

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Instrument Cluster System Check

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6

Test for a short using a J 39200 in the BRN wire between the instrument cluster assembly C4 cavity 2 and G105.

Does the wire have an short in it?

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Go to Step 7

Go to Step 8

7

Repair the short in the BRN wire between the instrument cluster assembly C4 cavity 2 and G105. Refer to Wiring Repairs .

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Instrument Cluster System Check

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8

Inspect the instrument cluster assembly printed circuit for damage.

Is the printed circuit damaged?

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Go to Step 9

Go to Step 10

9

Replace the printed circuit. Refer to Printed Instrument Cluster Circuit Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Instrument Cluster System Check

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10

Replace the ECT gauge. Refer to Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Instrument Cluster System Check

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