How do you replace a speedometer cable?
Part 1 of 1: Replacing the speedometer cable
- Materials Needed.
- Step 1: Jack up the vehicle and set jack stands.
- Step 2: Place wheel chocks on both sides of wheels still on the ground.
- Step 3: Remove speedometer cable at transmission.
- Step 4: Remove the speedometer cable at the speedometer.
Where is the speedometer cable located?
The speedometer cable is connected to the back of the speedometer and runs through the gearbox of today’s modern cars, trucks and SUV’s. The cable is powered by the drive shaft and turns a magnet that creates an electrical current and sends this information to the onboard computer.
How do you test a cable driven speedometer?
The easiest way to test the speedometer system is to simulate turning the wheel by disconnecting one of the speedometer cables and chucking it into a power drill. You need to set the drill to run in reverse to turn the speedometer the correct direction.
Are all speedometer cables the same?
SPEEDOMETER CABLES are not all the same. If the Cable and Casing is not correctly assembled it can damage the Speedometer and/or gears in the Transmission. Or if you need a Cable for a Power Seat or Convertible Top we may be able to duplicate that for you as well.
How do you remove the speedometer cable from a cluster Chevy?
Re: Speedometer cable removal You don’t have to remove the cluster. Reach up under the dash where the cable is going into the cluster and push the clip on the bottom of the housing forward and pull the cable out.
How do you remove the speedometer cable on a motorcycle?
Loosen the speedometer cable connection fitting on the underside of the speedometer by turning it counterclockwise with pliers. Pull the end of the cable out of the speedometer. Remove any cable guides on the front forks or the handlebars of the motorcycle.