How does speedo cable work?
The speedometer cable, powered by the driveshaft, turns as well. The cable spins a magnet around at the same speed inside the speed cup. The magnet rotates continually in the same direction (in this case, counter-clockwise). As the speed cup turns, it turns the pointer up the dial, indicating the car’s speed.
How do I remove the dash from my Toyota Tacoma?
How to Remove the Dashboard From a Toyota Tacoma
- Pull the ashtray out.
- Wedge a screwdriver under the bezel around the radio and pry the bezel off.
- Remove the screw bolts on the driver and passenger sides of the dash.
- Remove the screw bolts on the driver’s and passenger’s side kick panel underneath the dash.
How do I test my speedo cable?
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.
How do you change the Speedo cable on a Toyota?
Open that area and unscrew the tube that houses the speedo cable. Remove the inner cable, slide the new one in. Reconnect the front side of the speedo cable tube. Then match up the shape of the cable end to the speedo. Push into place and screw the cap onto the speedo.
Why did my speedometer stop working on my 1993 Toyota?
93 was sorta the crossover point, you could have cable or electronic. To find out for sure, get under your truck and look. Once you locate it and determine what you have, check it for obvious problems (loose, broken wire, etc).
Where is the secondary cable for the speedometer?
Both the speedometer gear and the secondary cable can be done with a simple tool set in a garage or driveway. The secondary cable meets with the primary near the firewall and goes to the sensor/gear on the top side of the transmission. It is fairly easy access and should be much easier to see/understand once you get underneath the car.
What to do if your Speedo stops working?
Starting to wonder if the instrument cluster that I bought off ebay already had speedo issues. http://www.ebay.com/itm/180851724564?item=180851724564&viewitem=&vxp=mtr Kinda touchy but worked for me. Leave the cover off the inst. cluster. Use GPS to determine speed and pull the speedo needle and reset according to GPS.