Why is my speedometer gauge not working?
If your speedometer stopped working and stays at 0 MPH, you should have your car checked ASAP. The most common causes of a speedometer that stopped working include are a faulty speed sensor, a broken gear on the speedometer, damaged wiring, or a faulty engine control unit.
Is there a fuse to the speedometer?
If the mechanic believes that a fuse or bad wire has caused the speedometer to stop working, he or she will begin by examining the fuse to check if it has been blown. If so, the mechanic will replace the fuse.
Why does my speedometer get stuck?
The speed sensor on the passenger axle may need to be replaced, or the speedometer cable may be damaged or broken. If the needle is stuck, the fuse in the fuse box may be faulty. The speed sensor may also have gone bad. You will need to recalibrate the speedometer or get it replaced.
Can you drive with a broken odometer?
You may drive a car with a broken odometer in most states. If you sell the car, you must inform the buyer that the odometer does not work. Car dealers are subject to strict laws to prevent odometer tampering.
What does it mean when your odometer does not work?
Take a look here. If your speedometer stops registering speed and your odometer does not move as far as registering miles traveled, you also realize that your directional signals do not self cancel, your engine could be running differently and stalling, your problem is more than likely the VSS (vehicle speed sensor) on the transmission.
Why does the speedo on a Harley Davidson stop working?
The magnetic speed sensor pick up gets fouled from the metal shavings in the transmission which causes the speedo to stop working and the directionals to stop self canceling because of no input to the ECM from the sensor. The ECM thinks that the bike is standing still because of no input.
What to do if the backlight on your Speedo stops working?
Discussion in ‘ Sportster Models ‘ started by NCBILL, Apr 15, 2017 . My 06 Sportster Service and Repair manual from HD states that if the backlight on my speedo quits working, there is no bulb replacement, and the owner will need to replace the unit itself.