Why is the speedometer on my Nissan not working?
However it must be noted that the speedometer not working could be due to the Power Control Module (PCM) but the back lights are a different problem as they are not controlled by the PCM. There are 2 separate schematics and one of it has the control unit in the meter cluster.
Is it possible to replace the speedometer sensor?
On most cars sold today, this will be indicated by the cruise control light being illuminated on the dashboard – even if it’s not engaged. If you experience this problem, it’s possible that the speedometer sensor needs to be replaced.
Where is the speedometer located on a car?
Where is the speedometer sensor located? The speedometer sensor is located in the transmission of your vehicle and is designed to register the driveshaft’s rotational speed. The sensor delivers this information through the speedometer cable and to the vehicle’s computer, which converts electrical pulses into a numerical speed.
Why is my speedometer not working on my Nissan 240SX?
Being an intermittent problem, the most likely cause would be a loose wire connection or a bad soldered joint of the printed circuit board. Source should be from the meter cluster and you would have to remove it to check wire connectors, holding screws and solders.
Why is the odometer not working on my Nissan?
As you drive the speedometer sends out a current that varies with speed and that drives a servo motor that spins the gears of the odometer. So the problem could be with the servo motor, the gearing, or the speedo (most likely problems anyway.) I am assuming your speedo works? To get to any of it you will have to take the gauge cluster out.
What happens when the speedometer sensor is not working?
The speedometer sensor is also a critical component in the proper operation of a vehicle’s cruise control. When the sensor is not working correctly, it will not send a signal to the CPU, which impacts the vehicle’s ability to set the throttle for a desired speed.
Where is the speedometer sensor located? The speedometer sensor is located in the transmission of your vehicle and is designed to register the driveshaft’s rotational speed. The sensor delivers this information through the speedometer cable and to the vehicle’s computer, which converts electrical pulses into a numerical speed.